I’ve represented HOAs for almost 20 years and while the world has changed during that time and associations have responded to those changes by necessity, I don’t think that most associations have gone to the dark side. Instead these associations are struggling to address problems that were not contemplated when they were formedGo to Resource
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In America, the general rule is that everybody must pay their own attorney fees and court costs, UNLESS the contract, or a specific law, says otherwise. Turns out most people don’t care for that outcome, and so some contracts, and laws, change the rule about attorney fees to what’s called the English Rule,Go to Resource
The Denver HOC Condominium Team, which reviews applications for FHA approval of condominium projects is charged with determining whether condominium communities are eligible for approval of FHA backed loans. As a part of that review, the Team determines if the community meets the established guidelines. Criteria includes a review of delinquency rates, occupancyGo to Resource
Under what circumstances does it make sense to hire a lawyer to help you prepare for a negotiation? Smart businesspeople know that those who are the most prepared for a negotiation typically achieve the best outcome. Hiring a lawyer to prepare for a negotiation – whether mediation, arbitration, or an informal face-to-face meetingGo to Resource
Most associations have about ready to start creating the 2013 budget and as this article from the Chicago Tribune indicates budgeting isn’t just about increasing things across the board or refusing to increase assessments at all — it’s about a thoughtful process. The very first thing you board should consider is what areGo to Resource