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Accurate worker classification is a crucial matter for any business. Employment classification dictates whether the business needs to withhold taxes, pay unemployment tax and more. Homeowner associations (HOAs) are nonprofit corporations. This means that HOAs are...
Depending on the state of the property, acquiring it due to an assessment lien may be a better investment for the HOA than convincing the original owner to settle their dues, especially if the property forecloses. How does a property acquire assessment liens? Many...
Preserving property values as a community takes work and financial responsibility. Keeping shared spaces clean, safe and enjoyable requires routine expenses. Homeowner associations (HOAs) collect dues and assessments to cover those running costs. When a homeowner...
Homeowners associations (HOAs) often need to resolve disputes with homeowners in a way that maintains harmony and adheres to the association's rules. This allows them to protect and enhance their property values, among other goals. Here are common strategies that HOAs...
As an employer, you may encounter situations where employees request reasonable accommodations. It is important to understand your rights and responsibilities when handling these requests. Knowing the process may help you make informed decisions. What is a reasonable...
As someone who runs a homeowners’ association (HOA), you are likely to hire staff to keep your community safe and pristine. Typically, this extra responsibility also comes with employment-related problems. Familiarizing yourself with these issues can be vital in the...
Homeowners Associations and Property Owners Associations are crucial in managing residential communities in Texas. But, a common question arises: do these associations have to follow employment laws? In today’s post, we explore this topic in detail. What are HOAs and...
When the homeowners association (HOA) performs its duties properly, the benefits can extend to the residents, the property they live in and the people working in the association. The same can be true when the HOA obtains insurance coverage. Whether a condominium...
The relationship between employers and their employees have become very complicated over the last three decades, as courts and legislative bodies have added new provisions to protect the interests of workers and to prevent employers from exploiting their positions of...
For many businesses, they use non-compete agreements as part of their contracts. After all, for decades now, they have been seen as essential by many businesses. A significant development that will impact these agreements was recently dropped by the Federal Trade...