05/24/2026
REMINDER: Upcoming changes for condo associations in 2026:
(In case you haven’t reached out to the HOAs or Property Managers)*
-Limited Review Process: Starting August 3, 2026, the "limited review" process for condo sales will be discontinued, meaning nearly all sales will require a full review.
-Reserve Funding Requirement: Associations must dedicate at least 15% of their annual budgets to reserves by January 4, 2027, which is an increase from the previous requirement of 10%.
-Financial Oversight: Associations will need to provide more documentation and coordination, leading to potentially longer sales processes.
-Insurance Requirements: New rules will require associations to maintain insurance at replacement cost, with a per-unit deductible capped at $50,000 effective July 1, 2026.
-Investor Limits: The 50% investor concentration limit has been removed, making it easier for new projects to qualify for financing.
These changes aim to enhance financial stability and oversight in condo associations, impacting both buyers and sellers. Short term, we will see more “non-warrantable” designations per agency guidelines making the non-QM product space an arrow that must be in your LO’s quiver. Let’s discuss… 781-752-9442 [email protected]
*It’s beyond surprising how many HOAs & Property Management Companies have not been keeping up with or adhering to the existing agency guidelines.
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