Can I set up a legally bound contract for roommates in a condo?

See an attorney and yes, check the covenants. If you are in Chicago itself there is a very restrictive landlord/tenant ordinance you will have to...

DO I HAVE A CAUSE OF AXN AGAINST APT’S PROPERTY MANAGER (PM)? My safety has been compromised because of PM's non-action. Thanks.

Unfortunately, no. It's rare that someone will be civilly liable for damages caused by the criminal actions of a third party. It sounds like you...

Can non condo association board members assist with obtaining repair quotes from vendors as long as they don't vote on bids?

Volunteerism is a great thing but things can get messy when you blur the lines of director/board member responsibilities. The property manager may...

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Why can HOA not enter a vacant property even with owner's authorization? Nuisance alarms not HOA noise/quiet enjoyment issue?

Regardless of whether the HOA can go into the property, you are probably not going to be able to force them to do so. HOAs have discretion in how...

What happens when your fence has been in the same spot for 15 yrs and is now in question?

Check with a local attorney for a couple reasons. One, there's not enough detail in your question -- is the fence one foot over a property line,...

Are we responsible?

Under this hypothetical, yes, if you installed the shingles incorrectly you could be responsible for the contract cost at minimum, and possibly the...

I live in a building that has six unit, and the landlord refuse to pull the trash, why should I have to do it.

Impossible to answer this question without more detail. Check your lease for who is obligated to do what with regard to the trash. If you are in...

I've been the sole user of an HOA "shared garage" for over 2 years. The 'never there' owner now tells me to vacate in 4 days.

If you have a written agreement for use of the garage, that will govern. If not, and if this is an HOA-owned garage for the use and convenience of...

What are the rights of the parties on a Tenants in Common Deed and what are the rights of the people listed on the Mortgage?

If I understand correctly, it sounds like one person on the deed is not on the mortgage, but the other two tenants in common are on the mortgage. ...

Can new management make us remove a 24' pool that was allowed by previous owners? We had been told we were grandfathered in.

Hopefully you did not waive any of your rights when you signed the new rules. Who told you that you were grandfathered in? Did you receive...