Anytime there is suspicion as to a director acting inappropriately or at least suspiciously, there are accusations of conflicts of interests.  For example, I recently reviewed an email in which a director was accused of having a conflict of interest because his wife was a member of the architectural review committee.  Somehow having one ownerGo to Newsletter
If your association’s bylaws were drafted sometime before 2015, it is entirely possible they contain outdated and burdensome provisions that can hinder your association’s operations and unnecessarily increase administrative costs.  For example, does your board conduct business via email or text?  If so, have you checked the bylaws to see if they require unanimous writtenGo to Newsletter

HOA Liens For Sale

The list below will provide you access to a list of association assessment liens belonging to our clients on properties that are currently in public trustee foreclosure. The list, in PDF format is searchable by foreclosure sale date, county, public trustee sale number or property address. Not every lien listed may be available for sale.Go to Newsletter
Let’s face it: costs for services continue to increase and legal services are no exception. But what options do associations have to save on legal fees without exposing themselves to liability for failing to get informed on legal issues? As it turns out, associations do have some options, which involve preplanning their legal communications andGo to Newsletter

Annual Meetings – Are You Ready?

Fall is around the corner. As the season turns, many HOAs will soon be turning their attention to their annual homeowner meeting. Over the years, I have attended many homeowner meetings, some smooth and professionally run, with others chaotic and contentious. The common denominator in many of the unsuccessful meetings has been a general lackGo to Newsletter