Delinquent assessments are unfortunately a frequent and practically universal problem for condominium associations. The collection of delinquent assessments is essential to the viability of any condominium association; however, these collection efforts can become...
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Association Property Damaged by an Automobile – What Every Association Should Know to Recover Under Michigan’s No-Fault Insurance Laws
When people think of Michigan's No-Fault Insurance Act ('Act'), their mind is likely drawn to thoughts of a roadside automobile accident. But what if an automobile damages subdivision common areas or condominium common elements? Under State law, drivers are required...
Responding to a Member’s Request To Review and Inspect Your Association’s Books and Records
Member requests to review and inspect an association’s records and books are a fairly typical occurrence and should not be a reason to panic, but such requests should be dealt with in a prompt and orderly fashion for reasons explained in this article. Some members are...
Make Sure Your Enforcement Charges are Collectible
In the course of running a Condominium Association, various charges may be provided by the Condominium Documents to be assessed against or posted to the accounts of co-owners who are either delinquent or in violation of other provisions of the Condominium Documents....
Surveillance, Security and Privacy An Overview Of Practical and Legal Considerations For Community Associations
Every person desires to have a safe and secure place to call home regardless of whether you live in an attached condominium, site condominium or subdivision. Choosing a home in a low crime area helps to ease worries of safety and security; however, crime occurs in all...
Drones: Regulation Under State and Federal Law, and Controlling Via a Community’s Governing Documents
Unmanned aircrafts, commonly known as drones, are becoming increasingly popular both for recreational and business uses. Technological advancements have increased those potential uses and brought the costs down. Given the popularity, constant technological...
Is It Time for Michigan to Adopt “Limited” Super-priority Assessment Liens?
All condominiums are created by statute and, depending upon the jurisdiction, by the recording of a master deed or declaration of covenants. The primary (if not the exclusive) source of revenue for maintenance or administration of condominiums is the assessments paid...
Leasing Restrictions in Condominiums
Investors have long viewed attached condominium units as ideal rental properties since the condominium form of ownership often allows investors to enter the rental business without taking on many traditional landlord functions. That is, because condominium...