Real Estate Law

Idaho Supreme Court Ruling Highlights the Importance of Property Disclosures

Idaho Supreme Court Ruling Highlights the Importance of Property Disclosures A recent Idaho Supreme Court decision is drawing attention to the responsibilities of home sellers and the importance of accurate property-condition disclosures. In McOmber v. Thompson, decided July 22, 2025, the Idaho Supreme Court considered whether sellers had failed to adequately disclose problems involving water Idaho Supreme Court Ruling Highlights the Importance of Property Disclosures

Utah Short-Term Rental Rules Continue to Evolve as Cities Address Growing Demand

Utah Short-Term Rental Rules Continue to Evolve as Cities Address Growing Demand Short-term rentals such as Airbnb and Vrbo continue to play an important role in Utah’s tourism and housing markets, particularly along the Wasatch Front and in resort communities. However, Utah does not currently have one statewide system that eliminates local short-term-rental regulations. Instead, Utah Short-Term Rental Rules Continue to Evolve as Cities Address Growing Demand

What Texas Homeowners Should Know About HOA Violations, Fines and Liens.

Texas HOA Enforcement Rules Require Clear Notice Before Fines and Liens Texas homeowners associations have specific procedures they must follow when enforcing community rules, collecting assessments, and pursuing liens against properties. These requirements are especially important for homeowners who receive violation notices and for HOA boards and management companies responsible for enforcing community standards. HOA What Texas Homeowners Should Know About HOA Violations, Fines and Liens.

Nevada Strengthens HOA Resale Disclosures for Homebuyers

Nevada Strengthens HOA Resale Disclosures for Homebuyers Nevada requires buyers purchasing homes in many common-interest communities to receive a resale package containing important information about the homeowners association, including assessments, financial information, outstanding obligations, and certain legal matters. Recent changes to Nevada’s resale-package requirements provide buyers with more detailed information about the costs and obligations Nevada Strengthens HOA Resale Disclosures for Homebuyers

Hawaiʻi Moves to Strengthen Short-Term Rental Tax Compliance Beginning in 2027

Hawaiʻi Moves to Strengthen Short-Term Rental Tax Compliance Beginning in 2027 Hawaiʻi is moving toward stronger oversight of short-term vacation rentals as lawmakers consider new requirements for online booking platforms and tax collection. A major 2026 proposal, House Bill 1590, would require hosting platforms that facilitate short-term vacation-rental bookings to register with the Hawaiʻi Department Hawaiʻi Moves to Strengthen Short-Term Rental Tax Compliance Beginning in 2027

Colorado Solar Rules Give Homeowners More Protection in HOA Communities

Colorado Solar Rules Give Homeowners More Protection in HOA Communities Colorado homeowners have strong legal protections when installing solar and other renewable-energy systems, while recent legislation is expanding those protections to certain portable solar devices. The rules are designed to prevent homeowners associations from using unreasonable restrictions to block renewable-energy improvements while still allowing reasonable Colorado Solar Rules Give Homeowners More Protection in HOA Communities

California’s Simplified Permit System Makes ADUs Easier and Faster

California Continues to Streamline Accessory Dwelling Unit Rules for Homeowners California continues to make it easier for homeowners to develop accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as the state works to expand housing options. Recent changes to California’s ADU laws have clarified permitting requirements, expanded opportunities for certain multifamily properties, and strengthened the state’s ministerial approval process. California’s Simplified Permit System Makes ADUs Easier and Faster

Arizona Short-Term Rental Rules Continue to Evolve for Property Owners

Arizona Short-Term Rental Rules Continue to Evolve for Property Owners Arizona continues to regulate short-term vacation rentals through a combination of state tax requirements, local licensing rules, and statewide standards for short-term-rental properties. For homeowners considering Airbnb, Vrbo, or other short-term rental platforms, understanding both state and local requirements is important before accepting guests. What Arizona Short-Term Rental Rules Continue to Evolve for Property Owners

Washington Strengthens Protections for Homeowners Facing HOA Assessment Delinquencies

Washington Updates HOA Assessment and Foreclosure Protections for Homeowners Washington has strengthened protections for homeowners who fall behind on homeowners association and condominium assessments. The changes are designed to give homeowners more opportunities to resolve delinquent assessments before an association can pursue foreclosure and to provide greater transparency during the collection process. The new rules Washington Strengthens Protections for Homeowners Facing HOA Assessment Delinquencies

New Federal Housing Bill Expands Fair Housing Protections

HUD Updates Fair Housing Enforcement as Federal Housing Policies Evolve Federal housing policy is continuing to change in 2026, including how the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) approaches fair-housing enforcement and guidance. While the Fair Housing Act’s core protections remain in place, recent HUD actions have changed the federal government’s enforcement priorities New Federal Housing Bill Expands Fair Housing Protections