Many Florida communities have rules and regulations regarding issues such as parking, guest parking, monthly dues, maintenance and more. When homeowners or their guests encounter legal issues with a Homeowners Association, litigation may be necessary to help resolve...
Condominiums And Cooperatives
Can an HOA tell you where to park your truck?
Many people are getting ready to move to Florida or relocate within the state. There are numerous housing options to choose from, some of which include communities that have a lot of amenities to offer their members. When considering joining a community that is run by...
Possible benefits of a thorough condo management strategy
Condominiums continue to be a favored type of living arrangement for many, and the need for similar spaces could create a variety of opportunities for condo associations. If you are part of a condo board, you might wish to take every possible measure to create a...
Florida law: Material alterations to condominiums
Disputes between unit owners and their homeowners’ association can be difficult to resolve. They often involve issues like commons charges or material alterations being made to a building. The Florida Condominium Act governs formation, management and operation of...
Condominium issues in Florida and beyond
In 2018, Florida condominium regulations changed. Moving forward, board members would have term limits. Many condo residents, administrators and others throughout the country think it is a good idea and want their districts to adopt similar rules. Attorney in another...
The pros and cons of buying a condo
Making the choice to purchase a condominium is a significant legal and financial decision. Before signing the final paperwork or even making an offer, it is important to understand the benefits and potential drawbacks of this choice. This may be a home, but a condo is...
Fighting back against unfair actions from a condo association
Residents in Florida condominium communities overseen and governed by homeowners’ associations have rights, and these rights may sometimes conflict with the actions of the HOA. A homeowner may find that he or she has been subjected to unfair treatment from a condo...
The authority of a condominium association
A Florida resident who lives in a community with a governing board, such as a homeowners’ association, will have to abide by the rules set out by this group. This is also the case for individuals and families who live in condominiums. These groups are responsible for...
Residents should know how condo associations work
In certain types of Florida residential communities, associations are tasked with maintaining common areas, addressing maintenance concerns, protecting homeowners’ property values and more. For residents of condominiums, it is in their interests to know how these...
Condominium associations can benefit from legal representation
The purpose of community associations is to protect the interests of residents in the neighborhood, property values, quality of life in the community and maintenance of common areas. These types of associations are common in communities of single- family homes, as...