Where You Live
11/07/26 Government Overreach and the Changing Rules of Property Management
On this episode of Where You Live, Gene Sullivan discusses the growing role of government in property management and what he sees as increasing interference with property owners and managers. He examines how laws and regulations have evolved over time, including requirements for background checks o…
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10/31/26 St. Paul Renters’ Repair-and-Deduct Proposal: Is It Constitutional?
On this episode of Where You Live, Gene Sullivan examines a proposed ballot measure in St. Paul that would give renters the ability to pay for certain repairs and maintenance themselves and deduct those expenses from their monthly rent. Gene takes a closer look at the constitutionality of the prop…
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10/24/26 Where You Live (replay)
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10/17/26 Does Reputation Matter? The HOA Rental Discrimination Dispute
On this episode of Where You Live, Gene Sullivan tackles the question: Does reputation matter? While many would quickly answer yes, Gene examines a controversial case in McHenry, Illinois, that raises questions about reputation, rental decisions, and discrimination. A couple renting out their town…
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10/10/26 Confirmation Bias and the Claims About HOAs Becoming “Racialized”
On this episode of Where You Live, Gene Sullivan explores the meaning of confirmation bias and how people sometimes interpret information in ways that reinforce what they already believe. Gene also examines a Florida woman's claims that homeowners associations across America have become “racialize…
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10/03/26 Arizona HOA Foreclosures: Is the New Law Fair to Homeowners?
Gene examines a new Arizona law changing the rules for HOA foreclosure proceedings when homeowners fall behind on their association dues. The law extends the delinquency period before an HOA can foreclose from one year to 18 months and raises the delinquent amount threshold from $1,200 to $10,000 i…
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09/19/26 and 09-26-26 HOA Stories, Homeownership, and the History of Nintendo
On this episode of Where You Live, Gene Sullivan shares several interesting HOA stories, including some of the more ridiculous statements and situations he has encountered. He also takes a fascinating detour into the history of Nintendo, discussing how the company began as a playing-card business a…
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09/12/26 Where You Live
On this episode of Where You Live, Gene Sullivan discusses an often-overlooked part of homeownership: the cost of monthly association dues. Gene explains how buyers can sometimes fail to include HOA fees when calculating their monthly housing expenses, leading to unexpected financial strain and, in…
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09/05/26 HOA Legal Questions: What Are Your Rights?
Gene and Dan continue their discussion from last week, diving into more letters and questions from listeners about life in a homeowners association. They explore the legal side of HOA living and address common concerns homeowners may face when dealing with their association. From rules and regulat…
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08/29/26 Where You Live
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