KSN Podcast
The KSN Podcast examines various aspects of our industry including condominium, homeowner, and townhome association law along with landlord/tenant law, property tax appeals and more. In each episode, Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit attorneys share their experience and insight as they discuss legal updates, best practices, industry trends, and more.
- Update frequency
- every 16 days
- Average duration
- 34 minutes
- Episodes
- 105
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Crisis Communication In Community Associations
KSN Attorney David Savitt discusses the best practices when creating or reviewing an existing crisis communication plan. He also reviews the most effective delivery forms when relaying critical infor…
Community Association Winter Maintenance
KSN Attorney David Savitt discusses what should be on your community association's winter prep list including snow removal contracts, avoiding frozen pipes, and more.
The KSN Podcast examines variou…
Funding Factors in Community Association Finances
KSN attorney Omar Malik reviews the top funding factors community associations should follow while maintaining the association's financial well-being.
The KSN Podcast examines various aspects of ass…
Illinois Expiring Eviction Moratorium
KSN attorney Jessica Ryan discusses the ending of the Illinois eviction moratorium. She reviews what this now means for Landlords and Property Managers along with the steps needed to ensure your evic…
Maintenance and Safety in Community Associations
KSN attorney Jason Orth discusses the maintenance and safety factors community association boards should follow when evaluating the association's common elements. He also reviews building codes, rese…
Drones in Community Associations
Attorney Joseph Scharnak reviews the use of drones in community associations. He also discusses the federal and state drone regulations along with the privacy and safety concerns associated with the …
Breaking Down the Cook County Tenant Landlord Ordinance (RTLO)
Attorney Jessica Ryan discusses the Cook County Tenant Landlord Ordinance (RTLO). She reviews best practices and steps that need to be taken by landlords and property managers in order to be complian…
Business Decisions and Contracts
KSN attorneys Janelle Dixon and Kelly Elmore discuss contract review, business decisions by the board, and critical changes in law that impact community associations.
The KSN Podcast examines variou…
Board Member Basics: Roles, Responsibilities, and Relationships
KSN attorney Kerry Bartell discusses the crucial pieces needed to run a successful community association board. She reviews board member roles, duties, chemistry, and more.
The KSN Podcast examines v…
Property Tax Appeals
Attorney Timothy Jacobs reviews the property tax appeal process for community associations and commercial properties in the Chicagoland area. Tim also discusses what community associations and commer…
Seven Ways to Recruit New Board Members Consistently and Effectively
Attorney Janelle Dixon discusses the best practices association board members can follow to increase board recruitment within a community association.
The KSN Podcast examines various aspects of asso…
More Packages, More Problems
Attorney Janelle Dixon discusses steps your community association can take to ensure resident packages are securely delivered and stored.
Pests and Infestations: Eight Considerations for Community Associations
Attorney Joseph Scharnak reviews how community associations can best manage and prevent the spread of pest infestations.
Five Tips to Promote a Safe Halloween in Community Associations
Attorney Janelle Dixon breaks down her top five tips on how community associations can have a safe and fun Halloween holiday.
Electric Car Charging Stations in Community Associations: Five Things to Consider
In this episode of the KSN Podcast, KSN attorney David Savitt discusses electric car charging stations in community associations. He reviews five factors including what to consider when reviewing a r…
Cars, Cameras, and Communities
KSN attorney Joseph Scharnak discusses Automated License Plate Readers in community associations. He reviews legal concerns, considerations in implementing new technology in your association, and mor…
Virtual Meetings in Community Associations
Attorney Janelle Dixon discusses the use of virtual meetings in community associations. She discusses various benefits including participation, affordability, and more. Janelle also reviews ten best …
Put a Lid on Association Trash Issues
Attorney Omar Malik offers practical advice on navigating the city of Chicago’s sanitation code, avoiding expensive citations, and establishing proactive trash management for condominium, townhome, a…
Condominium Deconversions During a Pandemic
Attorney Omar Malik discusses the challenges he and his team faced during the Coronavirus pandemic while closing a recent $6.15M deconversion sale. He also reviews the deconversion process, applicabl…
Current State of Illinois Evictions
Attorney Jessica Ryan discusses the impact COVID19 is having on evictions in the city of Chicago and surrounding suburbs. Jessica reviews the federal, state, and local laws regarding evictions in Ill…