On 9/21/26, Governor Whitmer signed 2026 PA 102 and 2026 PA 103 and into law. These laws became effective immediately. 2026 PA 102 amends MCL 554.609, which is found in the Landlord-Tenant Relationship Act ("LTRA"). Prior to the this amendment, landlords had to...
For Michigan homeowners dealing with defective construction, delays, unfinished work, or misleading statements from a residential builder, a recent Michigan Supreme Court decision may open an important additional avenue for relief. In Attorney General v Eli Lilly...
Owning property with others, whether family members, friends, or business partners, can be a practical way to acquire real estate. But without a clear agreement in place, co-ownership can quickly become complicated, contentious, and costly. In Michigan, where the law...
Most actions by community associations require a vote, either by the Board of Directors, or by the full membership. The basic forum for casting votes is at a meeting: an annual meeting of the association, a special meeting of the association called for a limited...
Real estate transactions have become increasingly digital over the last several years. Purchase agreements are signed electronically, documents are exchanged through email and cloud-based systems, and closing funds are often wired between financial institutions within...
Reserve Fund Statutory Basis The Michigan Condominium act, MCL - Section 559.205, requires all condominiums to maintain a reserve fund: 559.205 Reserve fund. A reserve fund for major repairs and replacement of common elements shall be maintained by the associations of...
Condominium associations and homeowners associations manage substantial collective assets. Monthly assessments, reserve contributions, special assessments, and insurance proceeds often total hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of dollars annually. These funds are...
The Homeowners’ Energy Policy Act On July 8, 2024, Michigan’s governor signed House Bill 5028 into law as the Homeowners’ Energy Policy Act, MCL - Act 68 of 2024, MCL – Section 559.301 et seq. MCL - Section 559.305 invalidates provisions in a “homeowners’ association...
Buying a lakefront home in Michigan is on a lot of people’s wish lists, and it’s easy to understand why. With thousands of inland lakes and endless stretches of shoreline, our state offers some of the most beautiful water access in the country. But as dreamy as the...
The winter holidays are upon us, and community association boards receive questions about holiday decorations. Can community associations restrict holiday decorations, and what are some of the considerations? Enforceability of Restrictions Generally, restrictions will...
