Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac quietly announced several important policy changes in March 2026 that will directly impact communities across the country. While these updates are not laws – meaning, there is no legal requirement to comply with them – practically speaking, failing to do so can significantly impact the […]
Living in a community association sounds simple—you have shared amenities (without the maintenance headaches that go along with it), professionally maintained properties, and social connections and offerings without having to leave your community. However, living in a community association also means shared personalities with differing opinions…and not all personalities are […]
Q: I own a home in an association and there have been ongoing discussions regarding what type of insurance our homeowners’ association must carry. Our homes are townhouse style with common walls and roofs and there has been confusion as to the type of property insurance policies that the association […]
With the spring season in full swing, it’s a great time for condominium and HOA boards to stay focused and on track. In this issue of CUP, we cover what belongs in meeting minutes, offer practical guidance for depositions, and share important reminders about board recalls to help your association […]
For more episodes of Take It To The Board, click here! In this episode of Take It To The Board, we wanted something more reliable than rumors and worst-case headlines regarding EV fire risk, so host Donna DiMaggio Berger called someone who works with real data and is a battle-tested first responder: […]
