Articles & Alerts

On March 18, 2026, Fannie Mae issued Lender Letter LL-2026-03, announcing sweeping updates to its project standards and property insurance requirements for condominium and homeowners’ associations as well as co-ops. These changes, coordinated with Freddie Mac and the Federal Housing Finance Agency, carry important implications for community associations across Virginia, Maryland, Washington, D.C., and nationwide. On...

As we emerge from winter, community associations are turning their attention to spring landscaping: refreshing common areas, restoring gardens, and preparing outdoor spaces for warmer months. With this seasonal transition comes a surge in landscaping contracts, which carry meaningful legal and operational risk if not carefully structured and managed. Well-drafted contracts promote consistent maintenance standards,...

On March 18, 2026, Fannie Mae issued Lender Letter LL-2026-03, announcing sweeping updates to its project standards and property insurance requirements for condominium and homeowners’ associations as well as co-ops. These changes, coordinated with Freddie Mac and the Federal Housing Finance Agency, carry important implications for community associations across Virginia, Maryland, Washington, D.C., and nationwide. On...

As we emerge from winter, community associations are turning their attention to spring landscaping: refreshing common areas, restoring gardens, and preparing outdoor spaces for warmer months. With this seasonal transition comes a surge in landscaping contracts, which carry meaningful legal and operational risk if not carefully structured and managed. Well-drafted contracts promote consistent maintenance standards,...

Addressing Complaints of Marijuana Smoke In Community Associations Following Legalization Of Recreational Marijuana Use In Delaware and Maryland

New Requirement in Maryland to Provide Notice of Increases

2023 Maryland Legislative Update

Montgomery County’s Existing High-Rise Building Sprinkler Program Maryland 2023

2021 Maryland Legislative Update

"Making Spirits Bright" - A Guide for Community Associations on Holiday Decorations

Shoveling Out - Snow Removal Responsibilities and Liability for Community Associations