“Smoke Alarms and Fire Prevention Systems in Illinois Community Associations” – KSN attorney Joshua Weinstein discusses legal updates impacting smoke alarms and fire prevention systems in Illinois condominium, homeowner (HOA), and townhome community associations. (9 mins.)



The KSN Podcast examines various aspects of association law, landlord/tenant issues, property tax appeals, and more.

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Illinois Governor Pritzker signed the Electric Vehicle Charging Act into law on June 9th, 2023. The legislation is applicable to new construction of residential properties, including houses, apartments, and condominiums. The law goes into effect on January 1, 2024.

Other states have enacted similar “right to charge” legislations, prohibiting property owners, landlords, and homeowner associations from … Read More ›

“Landlord Frequently Asked Questions Part 1” – KSN landlord/tenant attorney Jessica Ryan discusses frequently asked questions by Chicagoland landlords and rental property managers. Topics include emotional support animals, move-in fees, security deposits, updated Illinois regulations regarding electric vehicle charging, lease violations, and more. (46 mins.)



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The Federal National Mortgage Association (FNMA, otherwise known as Fannie Mae) and the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (FHLMC, commonly known as Freddie Mac) have both created new sets of requirements impacting condominium associations in recent years.

These new guidelines were primarily in response to the partial collapse of a Surfside, Florida condominium building in 2021. … Read More ›