Thought Leadership

2024 Florida Legislative Recap: SB 382 Modifies Continuing Education Requirements for CAMs

This summer, Governor Ron DeSantis signed several Bills that directly affect condominium, homeowners’, and cooperative associations. On May 17, 2024,…

1 year ago

2024 Legislative Session Recap HB 1021 Provides New Updates to Florida Condominium Laws

2024 Legislative Session Recap HB 1021 Provides New Updates to Florida Condominium Laws   Click here to view.

1 year ago

Thou Shall Timely—and Completely—Respond to Records Requests: Fifth District Court of Appeal Cracks Down on HOA Obligation to Produce Official Records to Owners

At some point, every community association—whether it be an HOA, condominium, or co-op—has encountered a records inspection request and understands…

1 year ago

A Guide to HB 1203 and its Impact on Florida Homeowners’ Associations

A Guide to HB 1203 and its Impact on Florida Homeowners’ Associations   Click here to view.

1 year ago

2024 HOA Legislative Update: Summary of HB 59 and HB 293

May 28, 2024, was a big day for homeowners’ associations across the Sunshine State. Governor Ron DeSantis signed two bills…

2 years ago

Addressing Lender’s Requests for Litigation Status Updates and Financial Health

When a prospective sale of a condominium unit is underway, lenders often require detailed information about the condominium association’s litigation…

2 years ago

The Declaration in Your Condominium is a Contract and You Should Read it Before You Buy

For many first time condominium purchasers, a declaration of condominium can seem like another hundred page paper that is incidental…

2 years ago

Litigation Privilege: Your Right to Speak the Truth in a Court of Law

Imagine you have filed a lawsuit against the former contracting company completing renovations on your commercial property. In the midst…

2 years ago

Mom Loved Me More Than She Loved You – Undue Influence Claims Relating to the Execution of a Will in Florida

You may be surprised to learn that the question of who was the favorite son or daughter persists, even after…

2 years ago

Can’t We All Just Get Along? When to Consider Implementing a Code of Conduct for a Board of Directors

The reading of a community association’s election results can be filled with mixed emotions ranging from anticipation, to worry, to…

2 years ago