Co-op Member Issues

What should you know about pet restrictions in your HOA?

On Behalf of Pentiuk, Couvreur & Kobiljak, P.C. | Jul 7, 2022 | Co-op Member Issues

Homeowner's associations (HOA) often get bad reputations. However, an HOA is necessary in order to keep balance and harmony in a neighborhood. It is up to every resident to understand the rules of their own unique HOA. By moving into a house under an HOA's...

How are co-ops different than condos or apartments?

On Behalf of Pentiuk, Couvreur & Kobiljak, P.C. | May 17, 2022 | Co-op Management Issues, Co-op Member Issues

Deciding to live in a co-op in Michigan means adjusting to a new kind of housing arrangement. Co-ops are not at all the same thing as an apartment or condo. They have very different rules and regulations that must be adapted to. The rules are much stricter on average....

There are some rules HOAs can’t enforce

On Behalf of Pentiuk, Couvreur & Kobiljak, P.C. | May 12, 2022 | Co-op Management Issues, Co-op Member Issues

There are many benefits to being part of a homeowner’s association. However, there are many horror stories about homeowners’ associations imposing ridiculous or expensive rules. The rules seem to result from a board on a power trip rather than making life better for...

Condo vs co-op: what’s the difference?

On Behalf of Pentiuk, Couvreur & Kobiljak, P.C. | Jun 28, 2021 | Co-op Member Issues

If you're considering finding a new place to live, you may consider buying a home or renting an apartment. However, these are only two of the options available to you. If neither of these housing options are within your desired budget, co-op housing is an option you...

Some HOA disputes can lead to legal action

by Pentiuk, Couvreur & Kobiljak, P.C. | Apr 20, 2021 | Co-op Management Issues, Co-op Member Issues

Homeowner associations (HOAs) are organizations that manage the common properties and regulate what individual members can do with their properties. Many regard HOAs as a blessing and a curse. On the plus side, they oversee some of the unpleasant chores of running a...

What if tenants or nonco-owners do not comply with condo rules?

On Behalf of Pentiuk, Couvreur & Kobiljak, P.C. | Jan 25, 2021 | Co-op Member Issues

In Michigan, condominium associations are responsible with ensuring that the property is properly managed, issues are addressed and all owners and tenants are satisfied. It is unavoidable that challenges may arise and these must be dealt with efficiently and...

Defining the reach of an HOA

On Behalf of Pentiuk, Couvreur & Kobiljak, P.C. | Jul 29, 2020 | Co-op Member Issues

Homeowners associations, often referred to as HOAs, are organizational units that manage the upkeep of common property in communities and regulate how individual members may use and maintain their properties. For some, HOAs take the burden of maintenance off their...

Regulating animals in housing organizations

On Behalf of Pentiuk, Couvreur & Kobiljak, P.C. | Jul 9, 2019 | Co-op Member Issues, Fair Housing & The Ada

In the last few decades, the use of animals to provide comfort and support has expanded far beyond only service dogs. This often complicates housing arrangements, pitting pet policies against laws meant to protect tenants. Below, we break down a few of the most common...

What are the advantages and disadvantages of co-ops?

On Behalf of Pentiuk, Couvreur & Kobiljak, P.C. | Oct 26, 2017 | Co-op Member Issues, Firm News

Co-op housing is not for everyone, but it can offer several advantages over renting or private home ownership. Co-ops can be appealing alternatives to living in a house, condo, or apartment. For all their positive points, they can also have downsides. Ultimately, it...