Rick Butler's and Marc
Markel's Names Appear in Best Lawyers in America
Congratulations to Rick Butler and Marc
Markel whose names appear in the 27th edition of The “Best Lawyers
in America” from Best Lawyers for their work in Real Estate
Law.
This marks the fourth
consecutive year that Rick and Marc have appeared in the “Best Lawyers
in America”. According to Best Lawyers, the attorneys recognized in the
“Best Lawyers in America” are chosen through a peer review process and
make up the top 6% of private practicing attorneys in the United
States.
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87th Texas Legislative
Session is Fast-Approaching
2021 is almost here and that means the start of another
legislative session. The 87th Texas Legislative Session will kick off
its fast and furious 140 day run on January 12, 2021 and conclude on
May 31, 2021. Pre-filing of bills begins on November 9, 2020. How this
legislative session will be conducted amidst the on-going COVID-19
pandemic is yet to be determined. We will make sure you are informed
every step of the way with updates on POA related bills in our
newsletter and, once the session begins, webinar updates of the status
of bills and the potential ramifications POAs may face.
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Short-Term Rentals Move to
the Water with Swimply
By Jane Janecek
The COVID-19 pandemic is forcing many people across the
world to look for new forms of entertainment because of the
restrictions placed on large crowds. One idea that has taken off during
the pandemic, perhaps as a response to many public pools being closed,
is homeowners renting out their private pools by the hour through an
online, app-based service. But how does this work in a property owners
association (POA), and what potential problems and risks for the POA
may arise?
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Short-Term Rental Update, Plus More Information on
Operating a Business from Home
By Leah K. Burton
Amid a recession with rising unemployment rates and an
ongoing pandemic, homeowners are spending more time at home. Some have
been forced to work from home due to COVID-19, while others are looking
for ways to make extra money. One method some homeowners are employing
to earn additional income is a short-term rental of their entire home
or even just a spare bedroom. Others are attempting to start their own
business, or continuing to run their existing business out of their
home. But what happens for those home/business owners who live in a
property owners association (POA)? Are they able to host a short-term
rental, or operate a business out of their home?
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Bankruptcy
Basics Revisited
By Clint Brown
There is no denying this year has been one for the
history books and it is not over yet. As we continue to see hard
economic times, property owners associations (POAs) and their managers
could be faced with one or multiple bankruptcy filings from homeowners
with past due assessments this year and for years to come. The purpose
of this article is to introduce you to the bankruptcy basics and help
the Association or the manager navigate this trying subject.
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DRV Enforcement Related to Political Signage and
Other Types of Displays
Fall 2020 marks the heart of election season in a
presidential election year. Citizens will be displaying their support
for their chosen candidate or policy of choice via a variety of signage
and displays, but what are the rules regarding signage and displays in
property owners associations?
Join Shareholder Cliff Davis of our Houston Office
as he discusses the rules for not just political signage, but signage
and displays related to social issues (Black Lives Matter, Blue Lives
Matter, etc.) school spirit, holidays and more. Cliff will share tips
on what steps POAs can take to enforce their restrictions related to
displays, when POAs should step in if issues become contentious and how
to handle potential controversies.
Wednesday, September 9, 2020
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Short-Term Rentals and Operating a Business from
Home
COVID-19
has forced many people across our state to modify the way they live and
work. Many people are having to work from home, some may be even
operating their business out of their home, and others have lost their
job and are looking for alternative ways to make an income. As a
result, short-term rentals are becoming more prevalent in our
communities.
Join
Shareholder Leah K. Burton and Associate Paul Gaines of our San Antonio
Office as they explain what action, if any, POAs can take against
short-term rentals and new case law surrounding short-term rentals.
Leah and Paul will also discuss how POAs can address owners operating a
business from their home.
Wednesday, September 16, 2020
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Bankruptcy
101
As the economic
situation continues to remain uncertain, property owners associations
may see a rise in homeowner bankruptcy filings as association
assessments come due.
Join Equity Shareholder
Clint Brown of our Austin Office as he walks you through the bankruptcy
process, and what community managers and board members should be on the
lookout for when pursuing collections.
*This course is
approved by the Community Association Managers International
Certification Board (CAMICB) to fulfill 1 hour of continuing education
requirements for the CMCA certification. www.camicb.org
Wednesday, September 23, 2020
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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