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Board vs. Unit Owner Rights in Florida Condominiums
What Authority Does a Florida Condo Board Have? Florida condominium boards are granted authority under Chapter 718, Florida Statutes, to manage and operate the association, enforce the governing documents, levy assessments, and maintain common elements. This authority...
Florida HOA Budget Meeting Requirements: Notices, Votes, and Legal Timelines
Florida HOA boards must comply with statutory requirements when conducting budget meetings. Understanding notice requirements, voting procedures, and timelines ensures budgets are valid and enforceable. Florida HOA Budget Meeting Notice Requirements Florida law...
What Happens When a Condo Association Runs Out of Money?
Condo associations and HOAs occasionally face financial distress that can disrupt operations, delay maintenance, and create legal challenges for boards and owners. Understanding the consequences and your options is critical to protecting your property and investment....
5 Insurance Mistakes Condo and HOA Boards Make (and How to Avoid Them)
Insurance is one of the most important tools for protecting condominium and homeowners associations in Florida, yet small mistakes can quickly lead to costly problems. Many boards struggle with managing policies, filing claims, and maintaining compliance, which can...
Amending an HOA Document? Be Sure Every Member Gets a Copy
The laws affecting Florida homeowners’ associations (HOAs) are always changing, and 2024 was a year full of new requirements for community associations in Florida. Complying with them is incumbent upon board members, but keeping up with legislative updates can be a...
Why You Need a Reserve Fund for Your Florida Condo Association
There are both practical and legal reasons for your Florida condo association to maintain a reserve fund for emergency and structural expenses. From a practical perspective, planning for the future just makes sense. When you have a nest egg set aside for...
What to Know About HB 393 and the My Safe Florida Condominium Pilot Program
Recent legislative efforts are underway to bolster hurricane protections for condo associations. One new opportunity available to condominiums is the My Safe Florida Condominium Pilot (MSFCP) Program. This program was revised in the most recent...
Protecting Florida Investment Properties from Fraud
When you invest in Florida real estate, you're not just buying property, you’re investing for the future - a future that needs to be protected. Unfortunately, many Miami property owners don't realize that real estate fraud is a growing threat that can put your...
Ways to Enhance Communication in Florida Condo Associations
Of the many hot topics in Florida HOAs, one theme tends to run through them all: communication. When condo boards communicate effectively with their community, there is greater trust in leadership, fewer calls for transparency and...
Tips for Encouraging HOA Community Engagement
Board members do a lot of the heavy lifting in their condo associations. The role can be stressful, and the burden of all the responsibility can feel overwhelming. One way to share some of this load is to rally the community for support. When HOA members are...
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