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South Florida Condo & HOA Expo October 2023
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What is a Reasonable HOA Fee in Florida?
Condo association fees are highly dependent on the association you live in. Dues help cover the cost of shared property and amenities, so the more amenities an HOA has to offer, the more likely the fees will also be higher. On average, owners in Florida can expect to...
Can Florida HOAs Raise Dues Without a Vote?
Perhaps one of the most contentious aspects of living in a Florida condo association is the topic of dues. Owners love to hate them, but they’re an essential part of maintaining a well-operating HOA. While no one likes to see their costs increase, we all know...
What to Know About Florida Senate Bill 4-D
The condo tragedy in Surfside a few years ago prompted some much-needed reforms to make condo living safer for Florida residents. To that end, Florida Senate Bill 4-D was passed in May 2022, though most provisions will not take effect until the end of 2024. To...
Florida Condo Association Meetings: What You Need to Know as a Board Member
Holding regular condo association meetings is an essential requirement of all Florida condo associations, and they provide a critical forum for board members to make decisions about managing and maintaining their community. It’s here where the magic happens. Read on...
Understanding Florida’s Condominium Act: An Overview
The Florida Condominium Act is defined in Fla. Stat. §718. Composed of seven parts, the Act sets forth the laws that govern the formation, operation, management and regulation of all condo associations in Florida. Whether you own or plan to own a condo in...
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Diamond Level Winner—Legal Services(Winner 2023 and five previous RCA wins) We are proud to announce that for the 6th year in a row, our firm has received the highest level of recognition in the Florida Community Association Journal’s Readers’ Choice Awards....
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...
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...
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