The other night we were awaken by the distinctive high-pitched yipping of a coyote in the street outside our window.  We all climbed out of bed and went to the window to see what was there, including our lovable lab-shepherd mix who was probably wondering how come that “dog” gets to have fun ro Read More...

A homeowner association's ability to foreclose on a property for failing to pay assessments is a potent tool in collections. Unfortunately, many associations do not utilize this avenue of collections due to a belief that the association would become obligated to pay the first mortgage on the propert Read More...

A receivership allows an association to intercept a tenant's rent payments.  The rent payments are applied to the delinquent homeowner's balance until paid in full.  The process of the receivership is handled by the receiver, an independent third party appointed by the court.  If you are interest Read More...

This article provides a brief overview of mediation concepts and uses. Mediation is a powerful and creative dispute resolution process. Associations should consider mediation as an alternative approach for resolving certain disputes that arise in their communities. Mediation is an informal process Read More...

Community associations use covenants, rules, and architectural standards/guidelines to: Maintain, preserve, enhance, and protect the property values and assets of the community, Promote harmonious community living, Preserve the common scheme and harmonious design of the community. Covenants and ru Read More...

In April 1968, President Lyndon Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act of 1968.  The Act was a follow-up to the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The Act prohibited discrimination concerning the sale, rental, and financing of housing based on race, religion, national origin, sex, (and as amended) disability, Read More...