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Your Condo or HOA is Over-Budget. Now What?
First, do not panic. Having a discrepancy between the estimated expenses and the actual expenditures is not an unusual situation for an association board to find itself in. This can be caused by a lack of planning – something to be addressed at the next annual meeting...
Can an HOA or Condo Board Take Action Without Meeting?
Florida statutes do not prevent association boards from taking action without a formal meeting. However, that doesn’t mean your association has the ability to do so under its own bylaws. Why would a board want to act without meeting? Making arrangements for a special...
Does Your HOA Need to Retain a Lawyer?
Yes. Next question. Just kidding! Of course, there’s more to say about this! The most common reason associations hesitate to retain an attorney is concern related to the cost. It is always wise for board members to be budget-conscious. However, figuring your...
4 Situations You May Need to Consult a Lawyer for Your Condo or HOA Board
Knowing when to call in expert help can make all the difference in the outcome of a situation. When it comes to legal help, it could be the deciding factor in whether you spend extra money and valuable time in court at some point. As a rule, if you think you might...
Running for The Board in Your HOA: What You Need to Know
Congratulations! You’ve decided to run for the board in your association. It’s an important role with important responsibilities! Now what? It can be daunting, but don’t be discouraged. I’ll help you wade through the details. Let’s Get Started The first step...
5 Tips For Planning Next Year’s Condo Association Budget
Budgets for homeowner's associations (HOA) should be updated regularly, typically on an annual basis. A well-planned homeowner's association budget can help you forecast the cost of maintaining common areas of the neighborhood as well as cover expenses...
What Training Do You Need to Be on a Condo Board?
Are you wondering if you’d be a good fit to serve on your condominium board? Condo boards are typically made up of residents from the condo community who volunteer to serve on the board – it’s a job that takes a lot of time and energy, but if this sounds like...
Who Pays Special Assessments at Closing in Florida?
A special assessment is an additional charge assessed by a Homeowners Association (HOA) to cover the cost of repairs or improvements to the common areas of the community. Special assessments are important to HOAs in Florida for a variety of reasons. They: Provide a...
Special Assessment versus Condo Termination – Laying out the options
Most condo owners who live in a condo that requires a special assessment are faced with a dilemma. Should they pay the special assessment for the repairs that are scheduled to be made to the building? Or, should they vote to have the condo terminated, and have their...