Avoiding Religious Discrimination Claims in Condominiums and HOA’s

6 years ago

Overview of Religious Discrimination under the Fair Housing Act The Federal Fair Housing Act (“FHA”), 42 U.S.C. §3601, et. seq.…

Congratulations to Kevin Hirzel and Matthew Heron on Being Appointed to CAI National Committees

6 years ago

Kevin Hirzel will honorably be starting his 2 year term on the CAI National Government & Public Affairs committee beginning…

#communityassociationstoo: Community Associations Liability for Sexual Harassment Under HUD Hostile Environment Rules

6 years ago

In the summer of 2013, Kayla West began looking for a house to rent in Georgia. She came across a…

Wi-Fi Issues in Your Condominium Association or HOA

7 years ago

Wi-Fi has become a necessity for almost anyone who lives in a condominium association.  However, the law is often slow…

PREEMPTION! The FCC’s Adoption of the OTARD Rules and Their Application to Condominium and Homeowners Associations

8 years ago

    In Section 207 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 (the “Act”), Congress directed the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) to…

Why Every Condominium and Homeowners Association Should Trademark its Name and Logo

8 years ago

Over the past decade, the popularity of living in a common interest community, particularly condominium and homeowners associations, has risen…

The VA Home Loan Guaranty – A Valuable Resource for Veterans

8 years ago

Introduction A home loan through the Loan Guaranty program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (“VA”) presents a real opportunity…

Browning-Ferris Industries of California (#32-RC-109684): Fundamentally Altering the Employee / Employer Relationship Between Community Associations, Their Management Companies, and Independent Contractors

8 years ago

Until last year, condominium and homeowner associations and their management companies understood the relationship between an employer and its employees…

What Community Associations Should Know About the Fair Housing Act and It’s Impact on Pool Rules and Regulations

8 years ago

With the summer heat wave in full force, it is nice to enjoy a refreshing dip in the pool to…

The Impact of Short-Term Rentals on Condominium and Homeowner Associations: To Airbnb or Not to Airbnb?

9 years ago

Many condominium bylaws restrict or otherwise regulate a co-owner’s ability to lease the co-owner’s condominium unit. These restrictions are sometimes…