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Bankruptcy Basics for Associations: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Consumer Bankruptcies

Although the financial crisis is believed to be improving, one thing remains the same — some condo owners may face tough financial times during the course of their ownership. A common way to manage these financial troubles is to file… Continue Reading →

Assessment Collections and Foreclosure: Is It Time To Answer and Appear Again?

A foreclosure complaint begins when the bank files a complaint to foreclose a mortgage, which generally occurs around six months after the owner stops paying. The complaint has to be served on everyone that has a claim on the property,… Continue Reading →

You May Be Able To Vote In Secret, Or You Can Mail It In.

There has recently been some confusion in association circles about use of proxies, mail-in ballots and secret ballots in board elections.  While both the Illinois Condominium Property Act (Condo Act) and the Common Interest Community Association Act (CICAA) have provisions… Continue Reading →

Chapter 13 Bankruptcies in Depth – Understanding the Payment Plan Bankruptcy

Chapter 13 bankruptcies are quite different from Chapter 7 bankruptcies. While Chapter 7 affords a fresh start to the debtor, a Chapter 13 bankruptcy allows for the debtor to reorganize their debts and pay down their obligations over time, often… Continue Reading →

City of Chicago Condominium Records Inspection Ordinance Changes Again

The City Council of Chicago has amended Municipal Ordinance 13-72-080 regarding inspection of records of a condominium association.  Previously, the ordinance specified that financial records needed to be made available to owners who request so in writing, within ten days. … Continue Reading →

Law Alert-Illinois New Concealed Carry Act and Associations

The Firearm Concealed Carry Act (430 ILCS 66(1), better known as the Concealed Carry Act (the “Act”), recently went into effect in Illinois. Subject to certain limitations, the Act allows a person to obtain a license to carry a concealed… Continue Reading →

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