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As a property owners’ association, you rely on your insurance company to step in when you need to be protected against certain claims. Yet, in far too many cases insurance companies try to sidestep their obligations, which could leave you on the hook for unexpected...
Creating an association of single-family developments, condominiums and commercial property is not new in Texas; however, having an association comes with many responsibilities and the need to overcome legal issues. As such, it is important that Property Owners...
If you are a member of an HOA board in Houston, one of your duties is to keep peace within your community. This sometimes means helping to resolve disputes between neighbors or among HOA board members. When the dispute involves neighbors, getting it resolved quickly...
When an employee gets fired, they may feel that their termination was unjust or unwarranted. As an at-will employment state, Texas employers have the right to terminate an employee for any legal reason. Common legal reasons for employment termination include:...
Homeowners associations and property owners associations in Texas can come in many different shapes and sizes – with different goals, preferences and procedures. However, one thing that is almost a universal truth for HOAs and property owners associations is...
In Texas and elsewhere, it is not uncommon to live in a homeowner’s association or HOA. There are many benefits to a HOA; however, board members and members of the association often experience changes to the state laws and regulations. As such, it is essential to keep...
Property Owners Associations, or POAs, must navigate through many different types of laws to run their business well. Setting up and maintaining a POA will require drafting governing documents carefully and conducting meetings. It also requires a good knowledge of...
Homeowners may choose to live in a community with a homeowners’ association (HOA) because of the structure they provide. HOAs have governing documents to set out expectations for the community. There are several elements that should be included. Governing documents...
If you live in a planned community in Texas, you are subject to homeowners’ association rules and regulations. These organizations manage and maintain common areas and amenities. They also enforce appearance and upkeep standards of their members’ properties, which...
The Americans with Disabilities Act is the historic law pass to protect those with disabilities and ensure that they have equal access to public accommodations, employment, education and transportation. Does the ADA apply to homeowners’ associations, including common...