I've seen first hand how they discriminate against...

I've seen first hand how they discriminate against military members - if you're a military member, avoid at all cost. If you PCS to a new location, you will most likely be unable to rent out your house due to archaic HOA rules and you'll be forced to sell at a significant loss or keep the house empty and pay double mortgages. Look elsewhere - or push to have HOA rules changed prior to purchasing. Berkeley Realty is to be avoided like the most dangerous semi-circle during a hurricane sortie.