The creation and termination of Florida condominium declarations involve complex legal procedures governed by state law. These processes require careful attention to detail and stakeholders can benefit from professional legal guidance by an experienced real estate attorney with a track record of success in the condominium owners association (COA) law. Creating a Florida Condominium Declaration…
Effective collection of homeowner association fees and fines remains essential for maintaining community standards and financial health. Florida law provides specific guidelines for HOA collections, while experience has shown certain approaches prove more effective than others. Establishing Strong Collection Policies A well-crafted collection policy forms the foundation of successful HOA financial management. Such policies must…
The role of Homeowners Association boards in Florida carries significant responsibilities and potential pitfalls. Drawing from state laws, regulatory guidance, and established best practices, successful Florida HOA board governance requires careful attention to both recommended and prohibited actions. Recommended Actions State statute requires Florida HOA boards to maintain detailed financial records. Successful boards go beyond…
Living in a condominium or homeowners’ association (HOA) community in Florida comes with many benefits, but it can also present challenges when board members overstep their authority. If homeowners suspect abuse of power in Florida condo and HOA boards, there are several steps they can take to address the situation. Residents and association members can…
Florida’s condominium landscape is vast and complex, with millions of residents calling condos their home. Making sense of the intricacies of condo living can be challenging, but condo owners have a powerful ally in the Florida Division of Condominiums. Nevertheless, due to the intricacies of the law and the overwhelming number of cases compared to…
Florida’s condominium lifestyle attracts many residents and investors, but it can come with often unexpected financial challenges. One such challenge is the dreaded special assessment when condo owners are collectively expected to pay potentially large sums in addition to their condo association fees to maintain or repair the common areas of their buildings. When Florida…
Living in a community governed by a Homeowners Association (HOA) comes with both benefits and responsibilities. While HOAs help maintain property values and community standards, they also have the power to enforce rules through fines. The process for issuing Florida HOA fines is strictly regulated. Homeowners can benefit from understanding the steps a Florida HOA…
Homeowners associations (HOAs) exist as a means to maintain property values and community standards. However, HOAs can also become obstacles to homeowners looking to sell their properties. In particular, HOA litigations and other legal actions that may hinder property sales. Fortunately, in many cases there are viable legal options available to homeowners facing these challenges….
1. What are the steps a Florida HOA needs to undertake HOA collections? To collect past due fees, a Florida HOA is required to: 1. Send a written notice to the homeowner 2. Apply late fees and interest as per the governing documents 3. File a lien on the property if allowed by the HOA’s…
Due to a number of association-related occurrences in recent years (ranging from the unprecedented collapse of a condo in Surfside to a number of high-profile theft and fraud cases in Miami) the Florida legislature has focused on creating new Florida HOA laws to protect the rights and wellbeing of the homeowners in the state. With…
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