Category Archives: Finance

“It’s Alive!”

Posted on December 24, 2008 by Brian P. McLean

The New Homeowners Association — a Burdened Creature, Tripping down Sequoia Lane, with a Knife in its Back by Brian P. McLean, Leahy.ps When it comes to homeowner associations, governments are struggling. Competing camps, conflicting policies, and the end result: … Continue reading →

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Delinquent HOA Dues for Units in Attached Condominium Projects

Posted on December 23, 2008 by Brian P. McLean

By Brian P. McLean, Leahy.ps Fannie Mae is updating its review processes with respect to delinquent HOA dues (Announcement 08-34 | 12/16/08): Fannie Mae is updating its delinquent HOA dues policy for the CPM Expedited Review and Lender Full Review … Continue reading →

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Reserve Studies in Washington State – 2008 Legislation

Posted on December 20, 2008 by Brian P. McLean

By Brian P. McLean, Leahy.ps On March 21, 2008, Washington State Governor Christine Gregoire signed into law Senate Bill 6215. The new law took effect on June 12, 2008, and requires condominium associations to update reserve studies annually and make … Continue reading →

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Slouching Toward the Annual Budget

Posted on December 20, 2008 by Brian P. McLean

Let’s dwell for a moment on what’s gone wrong with your budget-making process . . . Continue reading →

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