Most condo association and HOA boards are made up of volunteers who may or may not (usually not) be legal professionals. This can lead to even the most well-meaning boards making costly legal blunders. In this short clip, two legal pros dis…
Despite recent incidents of civil unrest and an uptick in some crime stats during the COVID pandemic, crime - particularly violent crime - has been trending downwards for decades. That said, securing your building or association is always a…
Boards are usually composed of volunteers who work regular jobs when they're not helping to govern their building or association. It's not often that those jobs are as attorneys or other legal professionals, so it's probably not surprising …
'Light and air' are the two things pretty much everybody looks for in a home - and windows deliver both, so it's crucial that your building's windows be functional, efficient, and well-maintained. In this clip, a window pro tells about the …
Every municipality has its own schedule and criteria for exterior building inspections and upkeep - but in between official visits, boards, managers, and association staff can and should keep an eye out for some of the telltale signs of str…
Having an elevator to spare you from trudging up a dozen flights of steps is a valuable amenity - but what happens if you've only got one, and it needs a major repair, or even needs to be replaced entirely? How will upper-floor residents - …
Most board members aren't legal experts - they're volunteers whose concern for their community's well being inspires them to serve - so it's important to be aware of some common legal snares that can lead to both expensive litigation and ba…
Few people come onto their condo or HOA board an expert in community administration - most of us could use some help! While most of that support and training comes from fellow board members and simply learning on the job, organizations like…
Serving on your condo or HOA board can be rewarding, but it's not without its challenges. Here, three board members weigh in on what they've found to be the toughest hurdles to clear as they work to keep their communities running smoothly. …
The "Stay-at-Home" order in Illinois has been extended to April 30th, and there are constantly new developments in the issues surrounding COVID-19. This Live Legal Update took place on Monday, April 6 and is intended to help board members, …