Michigan real estate disputes – 5 common reasons to file a quiet title action
Mar 16, 2017
A quiet title action is a type of lawsuit that resolves a dispute as to the ownership of real estate or resolves a dispute regarding an interest in real estate relating to somebody that may not be the...
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Is your Condominium Association or HOA prepared to handle these 6 technological advances?
Jan 05, 2015
The last significant revisions to the Michigan Condominium Act took place in 2001 and 2002. While many Michigan condominium associations have amended their governing documents to address the 2001 and...
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The Difference between a DVR and Proxy in a Michigan Condominium Association Election
Dec 10, 2014
Michigan condominium associations are often a hotbed for politicking prior to an election of directors or other votes that take place at an annual or special meeting. It is common for board candidates...
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What is a reserve study and does your Condominium Association need one?
Oct 13, 2014
A reserve study is an inspection of the common elements that is intended to analyze the repair and replacement needs of a Condominium or HOA. A reserve study serves two important purposes. 1. A Reserv...
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Can a Michigan Condominium Association prohibit political signs?
Oct 13, 2014
This Guide addresses whether or not a Michigan Condominium or HOA can prohibit political signs. 1. Review the Condominium Documents to determine if political signs are prohibited Election season is up...
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Condominium Boards and Ethics: The top 5 reasons that your Association needs a Code of Conduct
Oct 09, 2014
Condominium associations are largely governed by volunteer directors that receive little training with respect to their fiduciary duties and potential ethical issues that they may face. Each director...
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A Roadmap to Discovering and Resolving Common Element Construction Defects in Condominiums
Oct 03, 2014
improving real estate market has resulted in decreased home inventories which has created an increased demand for new construction condominiums. Many potential purchasers will look to buy new construc...
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What are the top 5 signs that your Condominium Documents need to be amended in Michigan?
Sep 26, 2014
It is the responsibility of the Board to enforce the Master Deed and Bylaws. MCL 559.190 allows for the Condominium Bylaws to be amended based upon a vote of 2/3 of the Co-Owners. In certain circumst...
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What are the top 3 roadblocks preventing your Condo Association from obtaining FHA Certification?
Sep 26, 2014
An FHA loan allows a buyer to purchase a condominium with a smaller down payment, and in some instances, at lower interest rates. A purchaser can put as little at 3.5% down as opposed to the 20% that...
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A Board of Directors's Guide to Resolving Construction Defects in a Michigan Condominium
Sep 26, 2014
This guide is intended to assist Condominium Associations and Co-Owners with respect to handling request to installing charging stations for electric vehicles. 1. Review the Condominium Documents An E...
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