Zona Law Group Podcast

After acknowledging that the CDC did not have the legal authority to extend the eviction moratorium, and after Congress could not get the votes for a legislative moratorium, President Biden still directed the CDC to extend the eviction moratorium through October 3, 2021.  The CDC moratorium applies in those counties that are considered to have "high" or "substantial" community transmission levels for COVID-19.  We suspect there will be numerous lawsuits challenging the validity of the order, but property owners need to know their rights in the interim.  Join Zona Law Attorneys Scott Baluha and Mark Zinman to discuss the newest CDC eviction moratorium order.

ASU Constitutional Law Professor Ilan Wurman joins Mark Zinman on the Zona Law Podcast to discuss the constitutional issues raised by federal and state eviction moratoriums that have been implemented over the past 15 months.  Currently, there are several federal lawsuits challenging the Center for Disease Control eviction moratorium, including one case that is being appealed to the United States Supreme Court.  Whether or not something is constitutional, implicates numerous areas of the law and legal principles.  We were lucky to have Professor Wurman join us to discuss these complicated issues.  Professor Wurman provides an excellent, in depth analysis of the issues, in an understandable and approachable manner. As of June 8, 2021, while there are cases holding the CDC unconstitutional, those rulings are stayed on appeal, and thus the CDC eviction moratorium continues to be enforced.

Zona Law Attorneys Scott Baluha and Mark Zinman discuss recent changes in the law that affect property owners.  Most importantly, the CDC eviction moratorium has been extended through the end of June, 2021.  At the same time, Arizona Governor Ducey has lifted all mandates regarding COVID-19 in Arizona, allowing business to reopen.  However, just because the Governor’s orders have changed, doesn’t mean that things automatically return to normal.  The Governor has encouraged business to follow the CDC and other applicable guidelines.  This will affect how property managers handle operations at their communities.

Matt Koglemeier and Mark Zinman the CDC order. A federal judge in Texas held that the CDC moratorium is unconstitutional. However, that doesn't automatically mean that it is invalid everywhere. This is a great step forward for property rights, but it's not the end of the line.

Things are changing quickly and Zona Law is here to help. Attorneys Melissa Parham and Scott Baluha discuss Governor Ducey’s executive order closing gyms and limiting pools. Additionally, the attorneys analyze the upcoming expiration of the eviction moratorium under the C.A.R.E.S. Act and a recent Arizona Supreme Court Administrative Order regarding evictions. This is information that all community managers must know and we are happy to help.

Things are changing quickly and Zona Law is here to help.  Attorneys Mark Zinman and Scott Baluha discuss Governor Ducey’s executive order closing gyms and limiting pools.  Additionally, the attorneys analyze the upcoming expiration of the eviction moratorium under the C.A.R.E.S. Act and a recent Arizona Supreme Court rule change regarding eviction.  This is information that all property managers must know and we are happy to help.

Governor Ducey’s Executive Order regarding evictions is set to expire on July 22, and the C.A.R.E.S. Act 120 moratorium on evictions ends on July 25; however, that doesn’t mean that business is back to normal for managers. There are still questions and uncertainty under the federal law and executive order. Attorneys Matt Koglmeier and Mark Zinman discuss what legal rights managers have at the end of July and what steps they must follow with residents. This is an often overlooked portion of the recent legal changes, but it’s critical that managers start to plan now.The analysis of the Executive Order starts in the beginning and the discussion regarding the C.A.R.E.S. Act and 3 ways to handle its expiration starts at time marker 8:22.

Matt Koglmeier and Mark Zinman discuss Governor Ducey’s May 12, 2020 Order entitled, “Stay Healthy, Return Smarter, Return Stronger.” Although the Executive Order allowed businesses to re-open, businesses should not immediately resume and operate in the same manner as pre-Covid-19. Managers should work on new policies and procedures to account for social distancing and phased reopening of amenities. Managers want safe communities and Zona Law attorneys are here to help create those policies. The attorneys discuss the steps managers should take to safely open their communities.

Zona Law Group has a division of the firm that solely focuses on representing mobile home and RV park operators. The head of the division, attorney Melissa Parham, provides insight to operators on how to start preparing for reopening business amid the COVID-19 epidemic. There are specific issues that managers of MH communities must consider.

Debra Hill Fox, one of the industry's best, gives insight to vendors and leasing agents how to thrive in the Multi-Housing Industry. She looks back on her years as a property manager and vendor including the positions she has held and the life-long friends she has made. She personifies the amazing things that can be given and gained from working in this industry. Every person in the multifamily area knows Deb and loves Deb. We are incredibly lucky to have had her for so many years and wish her the best on her next chapter. Thank you for everything you have done, Deb.

Property management moves at such a fast pace and sometimes mistakes can be made. Even for seasoned managers, or new managers, it’s always good to review the legal do's and don'ts in property management; this is especially true in the middle of an epidemic.Zona Law attorneys Scott Williams and Mark Zinman discuss legal mistakes property managers have made on property(s) and how those issues need to be addressed during the era of COVID-19. While operations may be changing, the basics of the Arizona Residential Landlord have not changed. Managers need to review the these common mistakes and how to handle these issues in the COVID-19 era - which laws still apply and what laws have been changed. The attorneys will also discuss how properties are impacted by the C.A.R.E.S. Act and Governor Ducey's Executive Order on Evictions.

Arizona Multi housing Association President and CEO, Courtney LeVinus, stops by the Zona Law Podcast to discuss the current state of the property management industry. She discusses current legislation and its effect on the industry and how she, with other members of the AMA, are trying to protect the interests of managers, owners as well as resident. She has an incredible insight into the changing landscape and thoughts on what actions managers should be taking.

Zona Law Attorneys are keeping managers informed about the impact legislation and Coronavirus are having on their properties. Attorneys Matt Koglmeier and Mark Zinman analyze the CARES Act signed on March 27th 2020 which is the federal $2.2 trillion stimulus bill. Many people did not know it would directly affect property owners, so it’s important managers know how the act impacts property management and evictions nationwide.

As always, Zona Law attorneys are here to help managers and walk with them through their legal needs. In this podcast, Attorneys Mark Zinman and Matt Koglmeier are discussing Governor Ducey's executive order that was issued on March 24, 2020. There is a lot of confusion and misinformation regarding how Coronavirus affects landlords ability to complete evictions in Arizona. The attorneys analyze what rights that landlords have to pursue evictions and in which cases writs of restitutions will be delayed because of the Executive Order. This information is critical for managers to know, as the management landscaping is changing rapidly due to Coronavirus.

As Coronavirus has spread throughout the country, there are many uncertainties for individuals and especially property managers. Property managers have a tough task of handling Coronavirus issues given their oversight of a number of people that live in a close area. In today’s Podcast, Zona Law attorneys are discussing issues relating to the virus and how it affects the multifamily management industry. The attorneys provides some up-to-date information about how the courts are handling their cases and addressing some questions raised by public announcements. While many issues are undecided and still-changing as more information is learned about the Coronavirus, Zona Law attorneys are here to provide some insight for managers. The more managers know, the better suited they are to help their communities.*Notice and disclaimer: some of the topics discussed here in include operational decisions that should be made by managers. No decisions should be made based upon this video and all decisions must be discussed with your own attorney.*

From dog bites to criminal activity to the use of illegal (and legalized) drugs, every property manager will eventually be confronted with a non-curable breach. Scott Baluha from Zona Law expertly talks about the process of properly removing a tenant and the importance of treating every person at a property the exact same.

It is inevitable that you will end up with an abandoned unit at some point in your management career. Knowing how to legally and fairly handle the unit and the contents of that unit will protect your property. Zona Law Attorney Mark Zinman shares some of the most powerful training and tips to help you steer clear of legal trouble.

A primer for new property managers, this is the perfect starting point for gaining a basic understanding of the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act. Attorney Scott Baluha shares some powerful insight on the rules that protect your property. Includes a discussion of notices and how they can be effectively used in successful property management.

Evictions for non-payment of rent present a few challenges to even the most savvy housing provider. Attorney Chris Welch discusses the importance of the 5-day notice, the most common causes for delays in the eviction process, and some of the new rules that the State of Arizona has implemented for 2020.

Fair Housing is something that every housing provider must give highest priority. Understanding the Americans with Disabilities Act and the nuances of its application to housing is critical to your success as a manager. Among other things, learn the important distinctions between reasonable accommodations and reasonable modifications and your responsibility to your occupants from Zona Law Attorney Mark Zinman.