The Association’s Records Knowing which records should be kept, where to keep them and how to store them can help an association maintain access to important historical data about itself. Association records should contain information that the board can use as a reference for future projects, or possible evidence in a lawsuit or audit. Records …
Cultivating, nominating and electing board members is something that should always be on the minds of current board members Politics in any arena can be tricky, but in associations it can also sometimes be difficult to find people willing to serve. Many people feel unqualified or even afraid to volunteer due to fears of being …
Violations of the Fair Housing Act can result in severe penalties for associations. Being knowledgeable of how to govern your community responsibly in this regard is highly important. What is a common-sense approach to stay in compliance with the Fair Housing Act? “Treat everybody the same,” said Guerra. “Review all of your actions through a …
What is a transition? What is a transition? Guerra explained, “In Michigan, in the condominium sense again, the Condominium Act talks about the ‘transitional control date,’ and it is the date on which the management and the administration of the condominium is transferred from a board of directors controlled by the developer to a board …
What is a construction defect and what should an association do if they discover they have one? A construction defect is a condition existing due to an error made during construction. For an association to remedy the defects while still pursuing damages from the developer, Michigan attorney Stephen Guerra recommended proceeding with the repairs and …