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Mar 3, 2026 1:00 PM EST
Interview With Kevin Hirzel – HOAs and Condos Legal Trends (CEU)
Fast-moving, highly practical conversation with attorney Kevin Hirzel Esq., diving into the biggest legal issues currently making waves in HOA and condo communities nationwide. Using real cases and trending topics pulled directly from Kevin’s own work and commentary, this session breaks down what boards and managers must understand to stay ahead of risk, lawsuits, and public pressure.
We’ll explore:
– The Aston Martin developer accused of improper actions and what situations like these teach us about oversight and transparency.
– Why so many new American homes are now in HOAs and what that growth means for governance, liability, and community expectations
– The true cost of collecting delinquent assessments and what Illinois’ recent conversations say about collection strategies everywhere.
– How boards can protect home values legally and responsibly
– The movement to ban institutional investors from buying up communities and how those policies actually work.
– Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac eligibility and why managers should care long before owners start trying to sell or refinance.
Then, we’ll shift into a rapid-fire segment – lighthearted but revealing look at the real-world stress points managers and boards face.
Mar 4, 2026 10:40 AM EST
Special Assessments – Sell It, Structure It or Decide If Borrowing Is Smarter
Special assessments are rarely popular — but sometimes they’re unavoidable. The real challenge isn’t just calculating the number. It’s deciding whether a special assessment is the right path at all.
In this practical, real-world discussion, we break down how boards and managers can communicate (“sell”) a special assessment without creating panic, ensure the process follows the governing documents and legal requirements, and avoid the common procedural mistakes that create liability. We also examine when borrowing may be the smarter strategy — weighing interest costs, owner impact, cash flow stability, and long-term political consequences.
From the board table to the manager’s desk to the lender’s perspective, this conversation looks at special assessments as more than math. It’s strategy, risk management, and leadership in action.
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