Michigan Articles

How to Fix the Roads in your Condo or HOA: Increase Assessments or A Special Assessment District? (MI)

The majority of new residential condominium and subdivision developments in the State of Michigan are established with private roads. When…

2 months ago

MCL 599.211: Who Is on the Hook for Those Unpaid Assessments? (MI)

Imagine this. After weeks, months, or maybe even years of searching, you finally found the condo unit of your dreams…

3 months ago

Court Rules that Restrictive Covenant Banning Sex Offenders is Enforceable

Can your HOA’s restrictive covenants or condominium documents ban sex offenders? The ability to ban sex offenders from homeowners associations…

3 months ago

The 2018 Amendment to the Michigan Marketable Record Title Act Goes Into Effect on March 29, 2024: Does Your HOA or Condo Association Need to Record a Notice?

Michigan’s Marketable Record Title Act, MCL 565.101, et seq. (the “MRTA”), has been around since 1945, yet many homeowners associations are unaware…

3 months ago

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac: A New Era of Transparency for Homeowners

In a significant shift towards transparency, Fannie Mae, the Federal National Mortgage Association, has recently announced that it will make…

4 months ago

Deck the Halls, Mind the Rules: Navigating Association Decorations Restrictions with Holiday Cheer (MI)

‘Tis the season to stow away the skeletons, pumpkins, and witches, and usher in the festive spirit with twinkling lights,…

5 months ago

Navigating the CTA: A Guide for Condos and HOAs to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act (MI)

The Corporate Transparency Act is a federal law that was enacted in 2021 to stop individuals in foreign countries from…

5 months ago

Can A Michigan Condominium Association Collect Attorney Fees for Bylaw Violations?

In Michigan, the responsibility for attorney fees and costs in litigation typically lies with the parties involved. Following the ‘American…

5 months ago

What Every Condo or HOA Needs To Know About Emotional Support Animals (MI)

Over the last several years, emotional support animals have been a continuous source of speculation and confusion for many Michigan…

5 months ago

What You Need to Know About Handling Conflicts of Interest on Your Michigan Condo Board

A condominium association is governed by its board of directors. In Michigan, it is common that members of a board…

6 months ago