Board elections can get contentious at times. We always hope for a fair and equitable election season but sometimes dirt gets dug up on certain candidates. That’s where the question of electing someone with a criminal history comes up. In particular, can a former...
You’re a board member and you can’t be at a meeting for a big vote. No big deal, you can vote in advance or send your written vote along with another BOD member, right? Wrong. This one is crystal clear. Board members cannot vote by proxy. Proxy is defined by Black’s...
With the federal government enacting strict social distancing policies and cancelling all gatherings and most cities shutting down bars and restaurants, you might be wondering what the Board of Directors (BOD) can do in this pandemic. The board is granted emergency...
If you think closing on a residential property is full of paperwork and processes, you can expect to truly level-up when it comes to preparing for a commercial property closing. While the process can be tricky to navigate, with some patience, planning, and expert...
If you’re new to the condo or homeowner’s association (HOA) scene, you may be caught off-guard by some of the things you’re getting into (spoiler alert: there are rules!). While the benefits for most who choose to live in an association far outweigh any potential...
In part 1 of this series, we discussed the importance of creating a culture of fairness to mitigate risk when it comes to conflict escalation and the likelihood of entering into litigation. As you know, litigation is expensive, and it can also be damaging to your...
