Association Alert – Community Association Law Blog
What is a reasonable late fee for delinquent community association assessments?
Community associations depend upon the timely payment of assessments to maintain operations and protect property values within the community. Essential services including landscaping, snow removal, ...
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Owner to Owner Dispute – Lessons in Property Transactions
Owner to Owner Dispute – Over a Driveway Easement and Boat Slips: A recent case perfectly illustrated the importance of carefully reviewing your purchase and sale documents as well ...
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What Should Every Board, Owner, and Manager Know About Amendments?
If you serve on a condominium board, manage an HOA, or own property in a community association, you will benefit by understanding the process for amending governing documents. Amendments keep ...
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Winter Weather Reminders for Community Associations
As we deal with extreme winter weather, community association boards are dealing with challenges that come with snow, ice, and freezing temperatures. Proactive planning and effective communication are key ...
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What Happens If Your Annual Meeting Lacks Quorum?
Annual meetings are the cornerstone of association governance. They are where owners elect board members, review budgets, and learn about the board’s future plans. But what happens when ...
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2026 Resolutions to Help Your Board Build a Stronger, Better-Run Community
As 2026 begins, community association managers and board members have a valuable opportunity to reset expectations and strengthen the foundation of their communities. The most successful associations ...
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L.H. Hipshire v. Oakwood Village: Why Ohio’s Supreme Court Dog Bite Case Matters for Community Associations?
The Ohio Supreme Court is currently weighing a case, which may have significant implications for condominium and homeowner association (HOA) board members and managers: L.H. Hipshire v. Oakwood Village. At ...
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