Disputes involving HOAs, also known as homeowners' associations, in Maryland are more common than you realize. No matter what type of community you manage, it's likely that some people may not get along or object to something happening within your borders. Because of...
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Special Client Letter – October 2021
MARYLAND LEGISLATIVE UPDATE 2021 Lauri J. Corley, Esq. There are seven new laws that were passed during the 2021 Maryland Legislative Session that directly impact community associations in Maryland. All of the new laws are effective October 1, 2021, with the exception...
What HOAs need to know about construction defects in Maryland
It can be hard to tell what maintenance issues are the responsibility of the individual homeowner to fix and what's the homeowner association's responsibility. Construction defects are one of the gray areas where responsibility isn't automatically known. Construction...
The responsibilities of HOAs to homeowners
If you live in Maryland and you are on the board of a homeowner association, you have certain responsibilities to homeowners and to the community at large. It is important to follow the association's procedures carefully. Failing to do so or to hold all homeowners to...
Four things your HOA isn’t allowed to do
If you own a Maryland residence, you might be part of a homeowner's association. Many neighborhoods form these associations to ensure that all members follow a specified set of rules. By following these rules, you get to enjoy the amenities offered by your homeowner's...
What do associations have control over?
If you are looking at moving into a newer neighborhood within Maryland, it is likely that you're going to have to deal with a homeowner's association or also commonly known as an HOA. This association is in charge of enforcing certain measures such as how high a...
A closer look at HOAs
Homeowner's associations (HOAs) are a common part of many Maryland neighborhoods. They provide services to keep the community looking manicured and in good condition. HOAs enforce rules, and each homeowner in the neighborhood is considered to be a member while paying...
Special Client Letter – Short-Term Rentals Such as AirBNBs in Your Community
This month we are discussing short-term rentals and the impact they may have on your community as well as some of the recent laws enacted regulating the same. This newsletter also explores ways in which a community association can protect itself from the negative...
4 steps for collecting delinquent HOA fees
Homebuyers looking at property in your community may have many questions, and some of those questions may relate to the cost and operations of the community association. A well-prepared inquirer may request information about the reputation and financial standing of...
Is it possible to change community association rules?
The fair and wise governance of a residential community is not always easy. While you may strive to act with consistency and comply with the governing documents of your community, you may frequently field questions about the practicality, fairness or relevance of the...
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