Homeowners ask much from their boards of directors and managers, but one of the most common and often contentious requests is to review association books and records. Whether the request comes from an owner simply looking for more information on community operations or a disgruntled owner with an agenda, owners’ expectations of what records they may inspect often far exceed what they are legally entitled to review, spurring conflict. Likewise, some boards of directors take affront to owner requests and often are reluctant to provide records to owners, particularly disgruntled or difficult owners. Understanding the scope of what records members are entitled to see under an association’s bylaws and Georgia law can help set the expectations of the membership and of the board of directors so that books and records requests can be handled smoothly. Below are some frequently asked questions and issues that arise with record inspection requests.  The Dreaded Books & Records Request…      Read the article……………..