In recent years, Florida has introduced important changes to the education and certification requirements for board members of condominium and homeowners associations (HOAs). These changes are designed to ensure that board members are well-informed, capable of making...
Leadership in a condominium association has a direct impact on the safety and success of the entire community. While experience is valuable, staying in a leadership role too long can sometimes hinder growth, transparency and innovation. That’s where term limits come...
Serving on your Florida condominium association’s board of directors is a rewarding way to give back to your community, but it also comes with specific qualifications and legal responsibilities. Before you decide to throw your hat in the ring and run for a seat...
Buying a home in a Florida homeowners association (HOA) community isn’t always as simple as signing a contract and closing the deal. In many Florida communities, the HOA has the authority to screen and even deny potential buyers, but only under specific conditions and...
Everyone wants good neighbors. We all deserve to feel safe, comfortable and at ease in our homes, and part of that security comes from knowing your community shares the same standards. In Florida, where HOAs and condo associations are common, state law gives...
Making changes to your HOA’s governing documents in Florida isn’t as simple as updating a policy on a whim. These documents, including the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC&Rs) and bylaws, are legal instruments that require careful...
