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In community associations, corporate formalities seem to interfere with efficiency. Some argue that if someone is making good decisions, why wait for board meetings and...
Mr. Richardson:
I appreciate your column in the [paper]. Many of your topics are extremely helpful.
According to our election rules and bylaws, no director...
Kelly: Is the HOA required to supply the state a current list of the board members? Is the list available for public view? I am not a member of the HOA.
G.O.,...
As a lawyer, I plead “guilty” to being persnickety (to use a Latin term) regarding the correct use of legal terms. In the world of common interest...
Senate Bill 323 took effect in January 2020, creating new procedural requirements for HOAs and also unintentionally creating many problems and unanswered questions....
The term “fiduciary duty” is often used, but with a misunderstanding of what it means. HOA Directors are considered “fiduciaries” because they care...
[This is the fourth and final installment of this series, which previously addressed directors, homeowners, and managers.]
As the association’s service provider, I...
Many of us start the new year with commitments to improve, so why leave out the HOA? This four-part series suggests resolutions for association directors, homeowners,...
During the holiday season, we often struggle to find the perfect gift for those who are important to us. Sometimes we need a little help, and we ask for a “wish...
Mr. Richardson,
Is there an oversight/audit department on a state level that oversees the management of an association? I am finding contradicting and wrong information in...
Kelly,
Our board instituted an ethics policy for all directors and committee members. The first requirement is that all nominees for directors sign a...
Filling open HOA board seats is a vexing and discouraging problem for some associations. However, there may be some reasons why neighbors are not interesting in serving....
