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Other than the overall condition of the common areas, one of the first opportunities for associations to make a positive impression upon new members is at meetings of the boar...
Mr. Richardson,
Is there a formula to help determine what is a reasonable amount to hold in reserves for a homeowners association?’
J.L., Los Angeles
Dear J.L.,
There ...
Hi Kelly,
I’m confused between rules and CC&R’s. Our board, over the years, has implemented new rules. How is this different than making changes to the CC&R’s, which would
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It is a basic truth that the risk in any venture should match the reward. High risk investments should bring high yields, while low returns may be acceptable for very secure i...
In order for a common interest development to make a membership decision or board decision, “quorum” must first be attained. Quorum is a Latin word meaning “of whom”, but basi...
Dear Mr. Richardson,
Our board meetings consist of two parts. A closed meeting is convened with the board members and the manager discussing “sensitive” matters such as hom
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Mr. Richardson,
I have been under the impression that a change to the laws in California no longer allowed proxies for elections. We almost never get a quorum on the first
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Dear Kelly,
Can the board of a condominium meet without the manager to discuss board business and take action as long as the agenda is posted? Can board members meet to dis
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Dear Kelly,
Immediately after the election of the board the new board members go into executive session to determine who will be the officers for the following year. This a
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Dear Mr. Richardson,
I read your column in the [paper] every week. I really appreciate your help to clarify the difference between our bylaws and state laws regarding our i
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Mr. Richardson,
I was an officer of a small condo association for about 10 years. There were 3 of us officers originally and as they moved away or just quit doing anything
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Hi Kelly,
In my condo complex we have a rule that dogs, 15 pounds and under are allowed, but they have to be carried in common areas. We have some service (and “companion”)
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