It used to surprise me if members of some HOAs or Condominium Associations felt controlled by their Boards, until I actually lived in an HOA. Therefore, I developed a strategy for dealing with this problem that may be helpful for others who feel the same way that I once felt. It may be a painful process for one member to follow; but I am comfortable that a group of members can develop a similar strategy. Therefore, members should become aware initially of their legal rights.