MINNESOTA: Rethinking MCIOA Resale Disclosure Certificates
As a law firm that works with homeowners’ associations (“HOAs”), we have noticed a trend in disputes relating to resale disclosure certificates and HOA insurance loss assessments. Consider the following ...
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Virtual Practice During the Pandemic
Many states continue to be governed by some version of a “stay-at-home order” that prohibits normal social and work gatherings, including courthouses. This has led to nearly every event imaginable taking place virtually over video conferences platforms like Zoom. There have been virtual graduations, birthday parties, funeral services, happy hours, business meetings, and more. As lawyers, we have also utilized…
Turning the Dial: Updated Recommendations and Requirements for HOAs during COVID-19
It’s that time of year when common interest communities across Minnesota are starting to open pools and other outdoor amenities. On Friday, June 5, Governor Tim Walz announced Phase III of the Stay Safe MN plan, including a gradual turn of the dial to allow cautious and safe re-opening of certain venues and facilities. Under Phase III of the Stay…
Covid-19 & Insurance Appraisals
Summertime means insurance appraisals are in full swing in Minnesota. Like many things, the Covid-19 pandemic has caused additional and unexpected issues as individuals wrestle with social distancing and other safety issues.
MCIOA Amendment Brings Ease to Common Interest Communities
On Saturday May 16, 2020, Governor Walz signed into law a much-needed update to the Minnesota Common Interest Ownership Act (“MCIOA”) making governing document updates and amendments easier. Importantly, these updates apply to all common-interest-communities in Minnesota, even those that are otherwise are not subject to MCIOA.
Covid-19 & Estate Planning
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COVID-19 and the Need for Electronic Meetings
COVID-19 and the related stay-at-home orders have brought to light challenges to common interest community associations. One issue that has come up often is how HOAs should conduct board meetings and member meetings in a way that protects the safety and welfare of its members while also ensuring that the association can continue to operate. Board Meetings Minnesota non-profit corporations,…