Property Management FAQs
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The Office of Fair Housing and Economic Activity (OFHEA) in Florida is an agency dedicated to ensuring that people are protected from housing discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, familial status, or religion. These groups are known as protected classes, and it is illegal for real estate agents, developers, property managers, and…
As the economic impacts brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic continue, there has been a reduction in businesses and residential tenants’ who are able to pay their rent. As a result, businesses and residential tenants are resorting to property abandonment, āwalking awayā from their leasesā financial obligations. This has been especially true in commercial real…
Owning a Florida home within a community governed by a Homeowner Association (HOA) can be a positive experience. Shared amenities and slightly elevated home values (on average 4% higher than non-HOA properties in nearby areas) are clear benefits. However, there are also challenges which can lead to HOA disputes. HOA rules and regulations can be…
The use of drones for recreational and commercial purposes occurs more frequently every year. While there are many benefits to drone usage, the likelihood of drone-related disputes and incidents on homeowner association (HOA) property is of concern to many HOAs and HOA members. HOAs and members can take steps today to allay concerns about drone…
Homeownership in Florida often involves membership in a homeowners association (HOA), which plays a significant role in shaping the communal living experience. While HOAs provide essential services and maintain community standards, they also introduce a complex set of rules and legal considerations for homeowners. Delving into the intricacies of HOA law in Florida, HOA members…
The following numbers are a breakdown of important dates and statistics for property taxpayers in Florida. Taxpayers can take this information into consideration when deciding whether to appeal their property taxes each year. .83% is the average effective property tax rate in Florida, lower than the national average of 1.08% South Florida average county tax…
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