Michigan Court Confirms: Tax Foreclosure Sale Does Not Eliminate Obligation to Pay HOA Assessments On May 12, 2000, the Michigan Court of Appeals issued an important decision in Lakes of the North Association v. Twiga Limited Partnership, clarifying that a Michigan tax foreclosure sale does not
Understanding the Michigan Reserve Study Bill: Essential Updates for Condominium Associations Did you know that Michigan's HB 5019, a new bill pending in the Michigan House, aims to bring significant changes to the way condominium associations manage their reserve funds? Currently, Michigan law requires that condominium associations
Should You Discount Assessments for Board Members? When managing a community association, the question of whether board members should receive discounts on their assessments can arise. While it might seem like a small gesture of appreciation for their volunteer service, there are several reasons why this
Ensuring Financial Stability: When to Initiate the Collection Process for Condominium Associations Condominium associations occupy a critical role in maintaining the economic health of community living spaces, balancing the delicate intersection of collective responsibility and individual financial obligations. Ensuring financial stability within these communities hinges on
Unlocking Success: Using Legal Representation Over Collection Agencies for Delinquent Condominium Assessments Community associations in Michigan play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and functionality of shared living spaces. However, when faced with delinquent condominium assessments, these associations often encounter significant challenges in recovering the
How to Fix the Roads in your Condo or HOA: Increase Assessments or A Special Assessment District? The majority of new residential condominium and subdivision developments in the State of Michigan are established with private roads. When a new condominium project or subdivision is established with
