Whether you’re providing homeowners with access to the homeowner association’s governing documents, trying to manage a construction project for the association, or meeting the association’s discovery obligations in a lawsuit, good record keeping is essential to the proper governance of a Minnesota homeowners’ association. Many associations do not have good recording keeping policies and practices in place. One of
It’s critical to carefully manage contractor payments on your construction project. Whether it’s a new home or a large remodel, failing to do this can expose Minnesota homeowners to significant risk. Understanding a few simple concepts can assist homeowners in greatly reducing this risk. Follow a Payment Schedule. Most homeowners hire a general contractor to complete
It was supposed to be the home renovation project of your dreams, but you’re six months in and your contractor isn’t answering your calls, ninety percent of your construction loan has been drawn, and you have subcontractors telling you they haven’t been paid. The dream is quickly becoming a nightmare. Luckily for you, though, if
Recent amendments to MCIOA have added additional layers of complexity to managing an association’s common elements and, in particular, to bringing construction defect claims arising out of the original construction. Associations new and old should take note of the new requirements and how it will affect them. Amendment’s Effect on Construction Defect Claims for Associations
In Minnesota, construction projects come in all shapes and sizes, be it a small remodel of a kitchen or building a billion-dollar football stadium. Regardless of a construction project’s size, more often than not, subcontractors are critical in seeing the project through to completion. Minnesota Statute § 337.10 requires prompt payment to subcontractors working in
For many associations, assessments cover the cost of maintenance, landscaping, water, snow removal, and other important expenses. Timely payments of assessment dues are a significant part of maintaining a successful homeowners’ association. The following are collection tips for associations who have members currently past due on their monthly assessments. 1. Check the Payment Ledgers. Whether
As any person who has purchased a home understands, the home buying process involves a good deal of paperwork. Included in that pile is the seller’s property disclosure statement. The property disclosure statement is instrumental in the purchase of a home and is expected to be a full record of pertinent information known to the
If January is any indication, 2017 should be a banner year for homebuilding in Minnesota! If you are one of homeowners looking to hire a contractor this year for a new construction project, make sure to take steps to protect yourself by doing your due diligence, including hiring a licensed contractor. The Minnesota Department of
Home inspections are a critical part of the process in purchasing a home. However, in Minnesota, there are no specific licensing requirements in order to become a home inspector. Below are some helpful tips when it comes to hiring a trusted inspector in Minnesota to give your home the stamp of approval and avoid ending
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