UPDATE: The Deadline to Record a Notice Under the Michigan Marketable Record Title Act Has Been Extended to September 29, 2025: Does Your HOA or Condo Association Need to Record One?   Introduction Michigan’s Marketable Record Title Act, MCL 565.101, et seq. (the “MRTA”), has […] The post UPDATE: The Deadline to Record a Notice Under the Michigan Marketable Record Title Act Has Been Extended to September 29, 2025: Does Your HOA or Condo Association Need to Record One? appeared first on The Michigan Community Association Law Blog ..read more

Unlocking Success: Using Legal Representation Over Collection Agencies for Delinquent Condominium Assessments  Community associations in Michigan play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and functionality of shared living spaces. However, when faced with delinquent condominium assessments, these associations often encounter significant challenges in recovering […] The post Unlocking Success: Using Legal Representation Over Collection Agencies for Delinquent Condominium Assessments appeared first on The Michigan Community Association Law Blog ..read more

Federal Court rules that the Corporate Transparency Act is Unconstitutional: What does it mean for Community Associations? On January 1, 2024, the Federal Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) opened its online portal for corporate entities in the United States to begin compliance with the new reporting […] The post Federal Court rules that the Corporate Transparency Act is Unconstitutional: What does it mean for Community Associations? appeared first on The Michigan Community Association Law Blog ..read more

Key Rulings for Condominium Associations in Square Lake Hills Association v Russel Garland and Highlander Group MMC, Inc. On March 23, 2023, the Michigan Court of Appeals decided several important issues in favor of Michigan condominium associations. In Square Lake Hills Association v Russel Garland […] The post Key Rulings for Condominium Associations in Square Lake Hills Association v Russel Garland and Highlander Group MMC, Inc. appeared first on The Michigan Community Association Law Blog ..read more

How to Fix the Roads in your Condo or HOA: Increase Assessments or A Special Assessment District? The majority of new residential condominium and subdivision developments in the State of Michigan are established with private roads. When a new condominium project or subdivision is established […] The post How to Fix the Roads in your Condo or HOA: Increase Assessments or A Special Assessment District? appeared first on The Michigan Community Association Law Blog ..read more

Court Rules that Restrictive Covenant Banning Sex Offenders is Enforceable Can your HOA’s restrictive covenants or condominium documents ban sex offenders? The ability to ban sex offenders from homeowners associations has become a controversial issue in recent years.  Until recently, many attorneys across the country […] The post Court Rules that Restrictive Covenant Banning Sex Offenders is Enforceable appeared first on The Michigan Community Association Law Blog ..read more

MCL 599.211: Who Is on the Hook for Those Unpaid Assessments? Imagine this.  After weeks, months, or maybe even years of searching, you finally found the condo unit of your dreams and have decided to make it your own.  There’s only one issue—unpaid condo association […] The post MCL 599.211: Who Is on the Hook for Those Unpaid Assessments? appeared first on The Michigan Community Association Law Blog ..read more

The 2018 Amendment to the Michigan Marketable Record Title Act Goes Into Effect on March 29, 2024: Does Your HOA or Condo Association Need to Record a Notice? Introduction Michigan’s Marketable Record Title Act, MCL 565.101, et seq. (the “MRTA”), has been around since 1945, […] The post The 2018 Amendment to the Michigan Marketable Record Title Act Goes Into Effect on March 29, 2024: Does Your HOA or Condo Association Need to Record a Notice? appeared first on The Michigan Community Association Law Blog ..read more

Deck the Halls, Mind the Rules: Navigating Association Decorations Restrictions with Holiday Cheer ‘Tis the season to stow away the skeletons, pumpkins, and witches, and usher in the festive spirit with twinkling lights, wreaths, and snowmen. As the allure of multicolored lights and decorations brightens […] The post Deck the Halls, Mind the Rules: Navigating Association Decorations Restrictions with Holiday Cheer appeared first on The Michigan Community Association Law Blog ..read more

Navigating the CTA:  A Guide for Condos and HOAs to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act The Corporate Transparency Act is a federal law that was enacted in 2021 to stop individuals in foreign countries from illegally moving money into the United States.  The Corporate […] The post Navigating the CTA:  A Guide for Condos and HOAs to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act appeared first on The Michigan Community Association Law Blog ..read more