Common Restrictions or Rules: Do They Help? Are They Needed?
The Blog was Posted on May 03 2023 by admin
It is not uncommon when drafting an amendment to a declaration or to rules and regulations to have a member of the board of directors or management say to us […]
PERSONAL COMMENTARIES DURING OPEN BOARD MEETINGS: Avoiding Unnecessary Headaches and (Potential) Legal Actions Based on Association Representative
The Blog was Posted on Apr 07 2023 by admin
We’ve all been there, whether it be in our personal or professional lives; said something that we wish we could take back. Understandably, and as the common saying goes, nobody […]
Maintaining Safety in Your Community
The Blog was Posted on Mar 09 2023 by admin
Every day when we turn on the news, we hear about crime. This makes one managing a multi-family community stop and ask, “Are we safe?”
What is Going on in Community Association Law Around the Country?
The Blog was Posted on Feb 13 2023 by admin
Dawn and Gabby recently attended CAI’s 44th Annual Community Association Law Seminar in New Orleans. We always enjoy attending these seminars as it is a great opportunity to connect with […]
New Year-New Ways
The Blog was Posted on Jan 06 2023 by admin
Last month’s newsletter included a wish list created by our attorneys. It is now time to turn those wishes into reality. The following are “new ways” or resolutions we recommend […]
Wish List for 2023
The Blog was Posted on Dec 12 2022 by admin
It seems like just yesterday, we were starting 2022 and now, the year is almost over! It is a time to be thankful for all that 2022 had to offer […]
Winter is Coming – Is Your Association Ready?
The Blog was Posted on Nov 09 2022 by admin
Ready or not, winter is just around the corner. There are things associations can do now, before the first deep freeze and before the first snowfall, to make sure they […]
Notice of Violations 101
The Blog was Posted on Oct 09 2022 by admin
Complaints are on the rise as people spend more time at home. This means more notices of violations are being sent out to alleged violators. Too often, we see a […]
Keough & Moody Webinar – “Everything said can and WILL be used against you in a court of law.”
The Blog was Posted on Sep 13 2022 by admin
Join Gabby Comstock and Dawn Moody on Wednesday, October 12,2022 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., for a discussion about all that is said by a member of the board […]
Legislative Update and Owner Disputes
The Blog was Posted on Jul 12 2022 by admin
For those community associations bound by the Illinois Condominium Property Act and the Common Interest Community Association Act, both Acts have recently been amended. Effective May 27, 2022, owners are […]
Collecting Unpaid Assessments
The Blog was Posted on Jun 07 2022 by admin
It is best for all community associations to review their delinquencies on a regular basis. Staying ahead of delinquencies not only helps the association but also can help the delinquent […]
Common Annual Meeting Questions
The Blog was Posted on May 10 2022 by admin
Over the last two (2) months, Gabby and Dawn have conducted a two-part webinar entitled “Electing the Board of Directors.” Part I focused on the steps to be taken before […]
Who are you going to call?
The Blog was Posted on Apr 10 2022 by admin
Every day, community associations are faced with various issues and problems. When something occurs, it is not uncommon for a unit owner to immediately call management. It is not uncommon […]
What is Happening in Community Associations Outside of Illinois?
The Blog was Posted on Mar 07 2022 by admin
Join Dawn and Gabby on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., for Part 1 of 2 in our series related to “Electing the Board of Directors.” […]
Collection Policies: A Great Tool for Boards
The Blog was Posted on Feb 07 2022 by admin
As we begin a new year, it is a good time for boards to review their collection procedures. A community association’s ability to collect unpaid assessment from unit owners will […]
January 2022 – New Year-New Laws
The Blog was Posted on Jan 07 2022 by admin
As we ring in 2022, it is a time for us to review the new changes for the year. In this newsletter, we review recent changes to the law and […]
End of Year Recap
The Blog was Posted on Dec 09 2021 by admin
As 2021 comes to a close, we let out a sigh of relief. 2021 was better than 2020, but it still was a year full of challenges. We did our […]
Meeting Minutes
The Blog was Posted on Nov 15 2021 by admin
Over the past year, we have said many times, that community association living has become very tense. It is unfortunately a time when community associations which never experienced any issues […]
Lessons From the Past Year and a Half: How to Better Prepare Your Association for the Unexpected
The Blog was Posted on Oct 07 2021 by admin
From COVID-19 to the Surfside tragedy, a number of things have occurred over the past year and a half, which have taught us new lessons to be applied to community […]
COVID-19 Update: Announcement by the City of Chicago
The Blog was Posted on Aug 17 2021 by admin
The city of Chicago announced today an indoor mask mandate for all individuals two (2) years and older, regardless of vaccination status. This mandate will become effective on Friday, August […]