Condo & HOA Articles

What Exactly Is a Master-Planned Community and Why Does It Matter?

Master-planned communities have become increasingly popular in recent years, especially in warmer states. But if you’re considering moving into one,…

1 year ago

10 Tips for Successful HOA Board Members

As a Board member of an HOA, you have an important responsibility to ensure that the association is running smoothly…

1 year ago

How To Handle Neighbor Disputes In A Fair Manner

Disputes are an inevitable part of living in communities. When people live near each other, they are bound to disagree…

1 year ago

Help Me Help My Neighbors – When the Best of Intentions End In the Worst Results

An issue that has come up quite often as of late is that of a board wanting to help its…

1 year ago

Risk Management Considerations for Condo Association Boards

The condo association takes on a special level of responsibility because of the unique form of ownership that is the…

1 year ago

Can you get paid for serving on your co-op or condo board? (NY)

It would be highly unusual for a board member to receive compensation for serving on a board, our experts say.…

1 year ago

To Keep Or Not To Keep: Navigating The Legal And Social Challenges Of Backyard Chickens In Michigan Condominiums

Keeping backyard chickens has become increasingly popular over the years as more and more people seek to live a sustainable…

1 year ago

Reasons for Electronic Voting in Condominiums (NY)

Electronic voting is a simple and efficient way to conduct condo association elections and make important decisions. Here are just…

1 year ago

Tips For Association Leaders Purchasing Fidelity, Employee Dishonesty, and Crime Insurance for Condominium Associations

As an attorney who has represented hundreds of condominium associations following losses, I understand the importance of having the right…

1 year ago

The Benefits of a Living Reserve Study for HOAs (NC)

For HOAs, planning and budgeting for future maintenance and replacement costs is essential. Due to the condo collapse at Surfside…

1 year ago