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COVID-19 has brought a myriad of new expenditures to property owners associations, and as we go in to budget season, community amenities are not the only parts of the association that require regular maintenance. Even the association as a corporation and its documents database require some maintenance or at least inspection. Join Equity Shareholder ClintRead more

There are thousands of vendors servicing Texas businesses and residents, but how do you know if they are qualified to service property owners associations? An important step, which can take out a lot of potential trouble and litigation down the road, is to pre-qualify the vendor. Join Shareholder Sipra Boyd and Associate Noelle Hicks ofRead more

There are thousands of vendors that work in your area but only a few are utilized for property owners association (POA) work. So, which one do you choose? Selecting the right one can be overwhelming. When looking for a qualified vendor, there are several factors you will want to consider before engaging.  First, who orRead more

Budget season is upon us. This budget season will be one like never before. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has created unforeseen expenses and budget shortfalls for some and fewer expenses and budget surpluses for others. So, when trying to forecast an accurate budget for the association for the next year many managers and boards mayRead more

Recently, we have received many questions from managers and board members regarding hearings under Chapter 209 of the Texas Property Code. Although Texas statute lists the requirements, it offers little guidance for conducting the actual hearing. The following article provides a breakdown of the legal aspects and procedures associated with 209 hearings and, due toRead more

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to grip the nation, the stress and tension of the situation is beginning to rise and boil over for some.  These tensions could lead to a rise in neighbor-to-neighbor disputes. Join Equity Shareholder Clint Brown to learn more on what is classified as a neighbor-to-neighbor dispute, at what point theRead more

Texas communities are expanding, and new communities are built everyday. With the expansion, many communities have seen a rise in nuisance animals. Join Shareholder Leak K. Burton and Associate Paul Gaines of our San Antonio office to learn more about the types of animals classified as nuisance animals, and the strategies and potential pitfalls associationsRead more

By Leah K. Burton and Paul Gaines The uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic and the economy, and the worry many are feeling about having lost their job or potentially losing their job is causing emotional strain across our communities. Many are seeking an outlet for that emotional strain and are turning to a variety ofRead more

Dealing with the new norm related to COVID-19, the world is truly a bizarre place.  Masks are no longer worn solely on Halloween.  Hand sanitizer and Lysol wipes may soon replace cash as the national currency, while social distancing no longer means a self-imposed hiatus from Facebook.  Yes friends, these are truly trying times thatRead more

This coming August marks 3 years since Hurricane Harvey devastated Texas. Damage from Hurricane Harvey is estimated at $128.8 billion dollars, and over 30,000 people were displaced, and 200,000 homes and businesses were damaged or destroyed1. For the Houston area in particular, in the past five years we have seen numerous devastating storms in additionRead more