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2023 Post-Session Legislative Update
May 17, 2023. Thankfully, the 2023 legislative session is finally over. In this webinar, Mark Tschetter and Pete Muccio review the final scoreboard for the session and discuss the schedule between now and August 7, 2023, when most of the new laws take effect. Even more important is their discussion of HB23-1120 (Eviction Protections for … 2023 Post-Session Legislative Update
ESA Verification Models Based on HUD Guidance
April 7, 2023. April is Fair Housing Month. What better time than to discuss everyone’s favorite topic: Assistance Animals? The original HUD DOJ Reasonable Accommodation Guidelines were published nearly twenty years ago (2004). However, despite this and the January 28, 2020 supplemental HUD Guidance on Assistance Animals, the industry still struggles with handling reasonable accommodation … ESA Verification Models Based on HUD Guidance
2023 Legislative Update, Round 2
Recorded March 15, 2023. Colorado’s 2023 legislative session is in full swing, and Representatives and Senators have already introduced a number of bills affecting landlords in the state. This month, join our attorneys as they continue to dig into some of the most significant proposals we’ve seen so far, and how these proposed bills could … 2023 Legislative Update, Round 2
2023 Legislative Update, Round 1
February 15, 2023. Colorado’s 2023 legislative session has begun, and Representatives and Senators have already introduced a number of bills affecting landlords in the state. Join our attorneys as they start digging into some of the most significant proposals we’ve seen so far, and how these proposed bills could affect the rental housing industry if … 2023 Legislative Update, Round 1
Real Estate Commission Issues
January 25, 2023. On January 1, 2023, the Colorado Real Estate Commission released a number of updated and new forms. Join Managing Partner Mark Tschetter and Senior Associate Pete Muccio as they go over the new and updated forms, and let you know exactly how these forms will impact your operations moving forward. Additionally, there … Real Estate Commission Issues
Reasonable Modifications and Restoration
January 6, 2023. More and more frequently, disabled residents are requesting major modifications (asking for Reasonable Modifications) so that they can use and enjoy the premises on the same basis as non-disabled residents. Based on recent situations, landlords are not clear on whether they can condition the modification on the resident’s agreement to restore the … Reasonable Modifications and Restoration
2022 Legal Update and 2023 Forecast
December 21, 2022. It’s been quite a year! A lot changed for landlords over the course of 2022, and as the state legislature prepares to meet again for its 2023 session, there could be a lot more in store for the rental housing industry. In this Webinar Wednesday presentation, Managing Partner Mark Tschetter and Senior … 2022 Legal Update and 2023 Forecast
Properly Completing Your Eviction Demands
November 16, 2022. Landlord laws changed significantly in 2021 and, as a result, the Tschetter Sulzer eviction demands have evolved to ensure that our clients are serving demands that are clear to residents about why they are being served, and that will hold up to any and all objections in court. Join TS Managing Partner … Properly Completing Your Eviction Demands
The Ever-Changing Legal Environment
October 19, 2022. Since the pandemic, one of the most consistent aspects of Landlord law in Colorado has been its fluidity. The legal landscape continues to evolve as the meaning of the new laws are argued and interpreted by the courts and as new laws are coming on line. Based on the changing landscape, eviction … The Ever-Changing Legal Environment
The New Evictions Process (2022)
August 31, 2022. As most of our clients are already aware, the Eviction process in Colorado has changed drastically over the last few years; cases progress through the courts at a much slower pace than they used to, and the courts often require a lot more information from clients than they ever have before. In … The New Evictions Process (2022)
Denver Rental Licensing Update
August 17, 2022. Denver’s new Rental Licensing requirements go into effect at the end of 2022 for any landlords offering more than one unit in a building, so it’s important that landlords start doing the work now to ensure their licensing will be in place by January 1, 2023. In this Webinar Wednesday presentation, Partner … Denver Rental Licensing Update
Fair Housing Friday: Retaliation 101
August 5, 2022. Property managers frequently deal with a variety of fair housing requests that can come from residents, and most clients are already well-versed in how to respond to such requests thanks to the Firm’s regular Fair Housing Workshops. However, one thing you may not always be ready for is claims of retaliation, which … Fair Housing Friday: Retaliation 101
What You Need To Know…To Tow
July 20, 2022. In this video, Partner Vic Sulzer and Senior Associate Attorney Pete Muccio discuss HB1314 the new Towing law that just passed here in Colorado, and fill you in on when Landlords can and can’t tow without notice Click Here To Download “What You Need To Know”To Tow” Handout
Legal Potpourri
June 15, 2022. As all of our clients are well aware, the Colorado Legislature has made significant changes to laws affecting landlords over the last few years. In this webinar, Firm attorneys Pete Muccio and Jon Carlson will get you up-to-speed on how these legal changes have actually impacted landlords in practice, and what you … Legal Potpourri
Fair Housing Friday: Non-Renewal Policies
This webinar, recorded June 3, 2022, features Tschetter Sulzer Managing Partner Mark Tschetter and Senior Associate Lindsay Jasper discussing how a good non-renewal policy can protect landlords from potential Fair Housing retaliation claims. In this webinar, Mark and Lindsay use real-life cases to illustrate how and when a good policy can help protect you, and … Fair Housing Friday: Non-Renewal Policies
Bankruptcy Issues in Property Management
This webinar, recorded May 19, 2022, features Senior Associate Attorney Pete Muccio discussing the bankruptcy process, and what it can mean for Landlords if a resident were to file for Bankruptcy protection. During the webinar, Pete will help Landlords with tips for dealing with Bankruptcies whenever they might arise, whether it’s a past or current … Bankruptcy Issues in Property Management
The Fair Housing Rights of Domestic Violence Victims
This webinar, recorded May 6, 2022, features Tschetter Sulzer attorneys Mark Tschetter, Karen Harvey, and Lindsay Jasper discussing situations where Domestic Violence issues can affect the Fair Housing rights of your residents. During the webinar, they discuss some recent cases where domestic violence victims have asserted Fair Housing rights following incidents at a community and … The Fair Housing Rights of Domestic Violence Victims
ERAP & Roll…Your Questions Answered
This webinar, recorded April 20, 2022, features Tschetter Sulzer Partner Vic Sulzer and Associate Attorney Jon Carlson discussing Colorado’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP).
Fair Housing Requests Can Come In All Shapes and Sizes
This webinar, recorded April 1, 2022, features Tschetter Sulzer Associate Attorneys Karen Harvey and Lindsay Jasper discussing all the different ways you may receive a Reasonable Accommodation or Modification Request, and why you can’t always just require a form.
Class Action Issues
This webinar, recorded March 16, 2022, features Tschetter Sulzer Partners Mark Tschetter and Vic Sulzer discussing the recent spate of Class Action suits being filed against Colorado landlords, and what our clients can do to best avoid being targeted by such a suit. Additional Resources Class Action Issues Handout CRS 5-2-212: Concerning Limitations on Credit … Class Action Issues
Assistive Animal Issues
This webinar, recorded March 4, 2022, features Tschetter Sulzer Partner Mark Tschetter and Senior Associate Attorney Karen Harvey discussing how to deal with common issues that may arise at your community relating to Assistive Animals.
The Risky Business of Abandonment
This webinar, recorded February 16, 2022, features Tschetter Sulzer Partner Vic Sulzer and Senior Associate Attorney Pete Muccio discussing Adondonment issues. Additional Resources The Risky Business of Abandonment Handout CRS 38-12-510: Unlawful Removal or Exclusion
Client Portal Tutorial
Learn how to navigate the client portal, track the status of your cases, make updates, and ask us questions in this tutorial.
Rent Demand Tutorial (Updated)
Learn how to properly fill out your rent demands in this 16-minute video.
Denver’s New Notice Requirements and Rental Licensing Program: Phase I
This webinar, recorded January 5, 2022, features Tschetter Sulzer Partner Vic Sulzer and Senior Associate Attorney Pete Muccio discussing the first phase of Denver’s new rental licensing program, which became effective January 1, 2022. Effective January 1, 2022, the City and County of Denver is requiring landlords to execute written leases with their tenants, and … Denver’s New Notice Requirements and Rental Licensing Program: Phase I
Rent Demand Update
In this video recorded October 20, 2021, Senior Managing Partner Mark Tschetter and Partner Vic Sulzer instruct clients on how to properly fill out the new TS rent demand.
Q&A on New Eviction Processes
In this webinar recorded October 13, 2021, Partner Vic Sulzer and Senior Associate Attorney Pete Muccio answer questions from clients regarding Colorado’s new laws, late fees, and other changes.
Rent Demands, Documents, and New Eviction Procedures
In this webinar recorded September 29, 2021, Senior Managing Partner Mark Tschetter and Senior Associate Attorney Pete Muccio discuss the changing eviction process based on Colorado’s new landlord-tenant laws. They outline the new procedures for uploading documents and how to properly fill out the new rent demand.
Colorado’s New Landlord-Tenant Laws Part 1
Total Run Time: 26 minutes In this video recorded August 26, 2021, Senior Managing Partner Mark Tschetter and Senior Associate Pete Muccio recap the important ramifications of HB 1121, including limits on rent increases. Mark and Pete also answer some of the questions from our clients regarding this law from our July 14 webinar. Additional … Colorado’s New Landlord-Tenant Laws Part 1
Colorado’s New Landlord-Tenant Laws Part 3: Impact on Eviction Cases and Related Issues
Total Run Time: 1 hour 57 minutes In this Webinar recorded August 12, 2021, Senior Managing Partner Mark Tschetter and Partner Vic Sulzer dig into the ways in which Senate Bill 173 will change the eviction process, increase Warranty of Habitability claims, and much more. Introduction Upcoming Announcements Presentation: Colorado’s New Landlord Tenant Laws Part … Colorado’s New Landlord-Tenant Laws Part 3: Impact on Eviction Cases and Related Issues
Colorado’s New Landlord Tenant Laws Part 2: Late Fees and Prohibited Lease Provisions
Total Run Time: 2 hours 20 minutes In this webinar recorded on August 5, 2021, Senior Managing Partner Mark Tschetter and Associate Attorney Jonathon Carlson detail the new requirements of Senate Bill 173, which takes effect on October 1, 2021. Introduction August’s CDC moratorium reinstatement and Gov. Polis’ newest executive order Presentation: Colorado’s New … Colorado’s New Landlord Tenant Laws Part 2: Late Fees and Prohibited Lease Provisions
Executive Order Update Recorded on 6.4
Total Run Time: 1 hour 29 minutes In this webinar recorded on June 4, 2021, Senior Managing Partner Mark Tschetter and Senior Associate Peter Muccio discuss the ins and outs of Executive Order 110, which extends 30-day rent demands until July 1 and requires landlords to give their tenants a copy of FAQs from the … Executive Order Update Recorded on 6.4
Executive Order D2021-088 Webinar: Recorded April 23, 2021
Total Run Time: 52 Minutes In this webinar recorded April 23, 2021, Firm Partners Mark & Vic explain the extent of Governor Polis’ Executive Order D2021-088 requiring landlords to serve 30-day rent demands as well as the what the retroactive language of the Order means for Landlords who have served 10-day demands prior to April … Executive Order D2021-088 Webinar: Recorded April 23, 2021
CFPB Debt Collection Rule Webinar: Recorded April 21, 2021
Total Run Time: 1 Hour 15 Minutes In this webinar recorded April 21, 2021, Mark & Pete discuss the impact that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s new Debt Collection Rule connected to COVID-19 and the CDC Eviction Moratorium affects landlords who need to serve Demands for Rent or Possession. Q&A Start: 27 Minutes … CFPB Debt Collection Rule Webinar: Recorded April 21, 2021
Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP): Recorded April 7, 2021
Total Run Time: 1 Hour 32 Minutes In this webinar recorded April 7, 2021, Vic & Pete explain the new rental assistance program available to landlords and their tenants. This recording also includes brief discussions on non-renewal & notice to quit issues and how to help the Firm appeal the 30-day demand for rent or … Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP): Recorded April 7, 2021
Legislative Update: Recorded March 26, 2021
Total Run Time: 50 Minutes In this webinar recorded March 26, 2021, Mark & Vic discuss the latest news from the Legislature and the Courts before answering client questions. Presentation:SB21-173: Rights in Residential Lease Agreement SB21-173: Rights in Residential Lease Agreement | Start: 1 Minute 17 Seconds Colorado County Courts Rules of Civil Procedures | Start: … Legislative Update: Recorded March 26, 2021
Legislative Update: Recorded March 17, 2021
Total Run Time: 50 Minutes In this webinar recorded March 17, 2021, Vic & Pete briefly cover recent news from the Legislature and the Courts as well as answer client questions. Q&A Start: 15 Minutes 6 Seconds Additional Resources Newsletter Article on Non-Renewal Policies Links to Track Bills HB21-1117: Local Government … Legislative Update: Recorded March 17, 2021
Legislative Update: Recorded February 26, 2021
Total Run Time: 1 Hour In this webinar recorded February 26, 2021, Mark & Vic discuss several noteworthy changes to Laws and Bills that affect landlords. Below are the time codes at which the Partners introduce each topic as well as links to related resources. Federal Laws Start: 55 Seconds To begin the … Legislative Update: Recorded February 26, 2021
Legislative Update: Recorded 2.17.21
Total Run Time: 1 Hour 27 minute In this webinar recorded February 17, 2021, Mark & Vic break down a total of 7 different Bills expected to be introduced at the Colorado Legislature this session. Below are the time codes at which each Bill is discussed as well as links to the latest versions of … Legislative Update: Recorded 2.17.21
Attending Virtual Court
Presentation Run Time: 40 minutes Total Run Time w/ Q&A: 56 minutes In this webinar recorded February 10, 2021, Mark & Vic review the process of attending court virtually and the “Dos & Don’ts” of appearing on camera in front of a judge.
CARES Act Update: Recorded 2.5.2021
Presentation Run Time: 27 minutes Total Run Time w/ Q&A: 1 hour 49 minutes In this webinar, Firm Partners Mark & Vic discuss a number of issues regarding the Eviction Process, including: Judges in Denver and Weld Counties have begun to requiring 30-Day Demands for Rent or Possession from ‘Covered Properties’ under the … CARES Act Update: Recorded 2.5.2021
Common Mistakes Made with Evictions in the COVID Era
Run Time: 55 minutes Recorded from the brand new ‘Studio 828’, Mark Tschetter & Pete Muccio discuss common mistakes the Firm has seen when posting & filing evictions during the pandemic and how to avoid them. Useful Links Related to this Presentation: Up-to-Date Eviction Forms COVID Resource Page
New Laws for 2021
Run Time: 1 hour 6 minutes On January 1, 2021, Colorado added two new Fair Housing Protected Classes, Source of Income and Immigration/Citizenship Status. In this video, attorneys Mark Tschetter & Karen Harvey discuss the impact of these laws and how landlords must change their policies and procedures to comply with the new requirements. … New Laws for 2021
Properly Charging Early Move-Out Charges Under Section 11 of the CAA Lease
February 1, 2019. In this short explainer, Associate Attorney Karen Harvey explains exactly how clients using the CAA Lease should assess their early move-out charges based on Section 11.