Now that the economy is at an upturn and associations are feeling more financially stable, many associations are investing in capital improvements for their communities. Whether it’s installing a new swimming pool in the community, installing all new roofs, or upgrading the playground equipment, these types of projects are expensive and, oftentimes, require associations toGo to Resource
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With the recent uptick in the economy, individuals have more disposable income, which has attributed to an increase in small claims lawsuits getting filed against associations. Small claims lawsuits fall into one of three primary categories: 1) an alleged failure to follow or enforce the governing documents; 2) an alleged failure to properly and uniformlyGo to Resource
One of the greatest challenges community associations face is the collection of past due accounts. As nonprofit organizations, the cash flow provided by payment of dues and assessments is vital to the association to function and fulfill its responsibilities to the community. Nonpayment or delinquent payment of dues affect all homeowners in a community and prevent anGo to Resource
With the seeming increase in dog-related issues appearing on the nightly news, associations are faced with questions as to how and to what extent an association may regulate dogs kept in the community. Unless there is a specific prohibition contained in the association’s declaration, an association may not restrict dogs or other pets from beingGo to Resource
Historically, confusion existed as to which association records and documents homeowners in a community association were entitled to access and copy. However, changes in the law in recent years have clarified the rights and obligations of both homeowners and associations in this regard. This article discusses associations’ corporate records and homeowners’ rights and obligations underGo to Resource