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Seattle Times Home Forum
Barker Martin attorney Dan Zimberoff responds to a reader's question regarding a board members responsibilities.
- From the Seattle Times, October 6, 2007
The Right to Dry: A Green Movement Is Roiling America
A Bend homeowner uses a clothesline to dry her clothes, going against neighborhood covenants.
- From the Wall Street Journal, September 18, 2007
Bid to protect homebuyers fizzles
A bill targeting construction defects stalls in committee, and proponents blame a builders' group.
- From the Oregonian, June 27, 2007
Affordable Rentals Vanish as
Apartments go Condo
Many apartment buildings are being converted into condominiums.
- From the Seattle Times, June 10, 2007
Condos springing up near Pike Place Market
Seven new high-rise condominium projects are planned near Pike Place Market.
- From the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, May 25, 2007
First-time buyers find ray of hope in
condos
Condominiums provide an affordable first step for new home buyers.
- From the Seattle Times, May 21, 2007
Bill for warranties on new homes appears dead
The house bill for individual home warranties appears to be dead for this legislative session.
- From the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, March 30, 2007
Do your research before buying into a homeowners association
Since homeowner associations can vary greatly, there are many important questions to ask before purchasing a home.
- From the Oregonian, February 18, 2007
The ABCs of HOAs: Associations set standards for communities
The number of homeowner associations in the Portland area continues to rise.
- From the Oregonian, February 18, 2007
Builders try to demolish homeowner 'rights' bill
The Building Industry Association of Washington wants to stop the proposed "Homeowner Bill of
Rights".
- From the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, February 5, 2007
Smoking foes bring the fight to apartment buildings
Private landlords consider restricting smoking inside of rental units.
- From the Seattle Times, January 16, 2007
Olympia discovers condo appeal
Recently, the demand for condominiums in Thurston County has grown.
- From the Seattle Times, August 27, 2006
Condo price rise outpaces houses
Condominium prices in Seattle continue to rise as they remain a popular choice for home buyers.
- From the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, August 8, 2006
May Legal Forum Synopsis
Attorney Dan Zimberoff offers advice to associations on the evaluation and drafting of contracts.
- From the WSCAI Community Associations Journal, July/August 2006
City's renters lose out as condo switch soars
An increase in condominium conversions has produced both opportunities and difficulties in the Seattle housing market.
- From the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, March 20, 2006
If you're thinking about buying a condo, do plenty of homework
Do plenty of research before buying a condo.
- From the Seattle Times, September 24, 2005
Defects cropping up in new city buildings
New city buildings suffer from a range of construction defects.
- From the Seattle Times, April 24, 2005
Hotel-condo concept finally catching on in Seattle
Several condo / hotel projects are currently under construction in the Pacific Northwest.
- From the Seattle Times, April 3, 2005
Developers cash in by converting apartments to condos
The conversion of apartment buildings to condominiums has created another option for home purchasers.
- From the Seattle Times, January 16, 2005
Condo sales are few, but they are selling well
Local developers discuss current changes in condominium construction and insurance.
- From the Daily Journal of Commerce, July 21, 2004
Liability law may stimulate more condo development
Washington Legislature passed a new law that defines the implied warranty of condominiums and the liability of builders
- From the Seattle Times, March 30, 2004
Courtroom battles over building defects leave condo market
reeling
Homeowners, builders and attorneys discuss their experiences with condominium development. They provide possible solutions to ensure that condominiums are constructed properly.
- From the Seattle Times, November 2, 2003
Builders call condos too risky
Information on Senate Bill 5536
- From the Seattle Times, March 12, 2003
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