Episodi

  • Comparing the RLTO and RTLO - Chicago and Cook County Landlord Laws
    Apr 17 2026

    KSN attorney Jessica Ryan covers the RTLO verses RLTO and important legal updates impacting Illinois landlords and rental property managers. Topics include the Residential Tenant Landlord Ordinance (RTLO), Residential Landlord Tenant Ordinance (RLTO), local ordinance comparisons, and more. (65 mins.)

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    1 ora e 6 min
  • Appealing to the Next Generation of Homeowners
    Mar 30 2026

    KSN attorney David Savitt discusses appealing to the next generation of homeowners in community associations. Topics include technology, sustainability, virtual meetings, voting, rule updates, and more.

    Since 1983, KSN has been a legal resource for condominium, homeowner, and townhome associations. Additionally, we represent clients in real estate transactions, collections, landlord/tenant issues, and property tax appeals. We represent thousands of clients and community associations throughout the US with offices in several states including Florida, Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin.

    Legal questions? Visit www.ksnlaw.com.

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    18 min
  • Fannie Mae Updates Reserve Guidelines for Condominium Associations: Impact to Budgeting, Eligibility, and Property Values
    Mar 25 2026

    KSN attorney Matthew Moodhe discusses recent Fannie Mae reserve guidelines for condo associations. Topics include the impact to budgeting, reserve fund percentages, mortgage eligibility, property values along with board member responsibilities.

    Since 1983, KSN has been a legal resource for condominium, homeowner, and townhome associations. Additionally, we represent clients in real estate transactions, collections, landlord/tenant issues, and property tax appeals. We represent thousands of clients and community associations throughout the US with offices in several states including Florida, Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin.

    Legal questions? Visit www.ksnlaw.com.

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    31 min
  • Preparing for an Eviction: A Guide for Illinois Landlords and Rental Property Mangers
    Mar 12 2026

    KSN attorney Jessica Ryan discusses preparing for an eviction and best practices for Illinois landlords and rental property managers.

    Topics include termination notices, service, accepting payments as applicable in all jurisdictions in the Chicagoland area, including Chicago RLTO, Cook RTLO, and other counties/municipalities, and more. (62 mins.)

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    1 ora e 1 min
  • 2026 Indiana Legislative Changes Explained: Immediate Action Required for Association Collections
    Mar 12 2026

    Significant changes to Indiana law governing community association assessment collections take effect July 1, 2026. In this episode, KSN attorney Kelly Elmore explains how HB1152 and HB1115 will impact collection procedures, enforcement options, and policy considerations for associations. She also discusses the steps boards and community managers should take now to update procedures, review governing documents, and avoid delays or reduced recovery options once the new law takes effect. Advance planning is critical to maintain enforcement leverage and minimize potential financial consequences.

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    58 min
  • Questionnaires and Paid Assessment Letters
    Mar 2 2026

    KSN attorney Omar Malik discusses community association questionnaire requests, paid assessment letters, board member responsibilities, best practices, and more.

    Since 1983, KSN has been a legal resource for condominium, homeowner, and townhome associations. Additionally, we represent clients in real estate transactions, collections, landlord/tenant issues, and property tax appeals. We represent thousands of clients and community associations throughout the US with offices in several states including Florida, Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin.

    Legal questions? Visit www.ksnlaw.com.

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    19 min
  • Junk Fees in Illinois Rentals: Legal Updates for Landlords and Property Managers
    Feb 26 2026

    KSN attorney Jessica Ryan covers important legal updates impacting Illinois landlords and rental property managers, including how Illinois landlord-tenant law regulates so-called "junk fees," such as application fees, administrative charges, and other add-on costs imposed on tenants.

    Jessica addresses emerging national trends in fee regulation that are expected to influence future changes in Illinois law. Illinois landlords and property managers will gain practical guidance on which fees are currently permitted, how to structure them lawfully, and how to reduce the risk of disputes.

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    55 min
  • Working with Realtors: Board Member Best Practices
    Feb 2 2026

    KSN attorney Paul Ochmanek discusses board member best practices when working with real estate agents including document requests, legal requirements, and more.

    Since 1983, KSN has been a legal resource for condominium, homeowner, and townhome associations. Additionally, we represent clients in real estate transactions, collections, landlord/tenant issues, and property tax appeals. We represent thousands of clients and community associations throughout the US with offices in several states including Florida, Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin.

    Legal questions? Visit www.ksnlaw.com.

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    18 min