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March Survey Results
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Should associations have the legal authority to "evict" owners who do not pay their assessments, similar to the right of a landlord to evict a tenant for non-payment of rent?
6% Yes, without limitations
48% Yes, but only if other collection attempts fail
46% No
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Small Claims Lawsuits - No Small Matter
It may be the economy or it may be something in the air—whatever the reason, we have noticed a significant increase in small claims lawsuits initiated against associations.
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O&H's New Drive-Up Window
O&H recently completed remodeling the exterior of its office to provide a drive-up window for debtors to pay their delinquent assessments.
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When Garnish Doesn't Mean Parsley-An Overview of Post Judgment Assessment Collection Procedures
When a court awards an association judgment against a delinquent homeowner, board members often sigh with relief, “finally, it’s over. ”But is it the end? A court order for money judgment is a powerful tool, but it is more often, as Winston Churchill said about the Battle of Britain, which preceded four more years of war, merely, “the end of the beginning.”
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Controlling Business Use of Residences
With the growing prevalence of telecommuting and the Internet, many associations, which may have completely banned all business use of units in the past, are being forced to rethink that philosophy. Often, it is a good idea to adopt rules that allow for certain business uses, while at the same time avoiding the behaviors and ill-effects you want to avoid.
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Community Associations Institute
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The Community Associations Institute (CAI) is a nonprofit organization that provides education and resources to community associations. To find out more about CAI visit www.caionline.org
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