Statutory and non-statutory reserves explained
Q: Our HOA Board lists our reserves as being “statutory” and “non-statutory”, what does this mean? -L.J., Bonita Springs A:...
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Can condominium associations buy units at tax deed sales?
Q: One of the new law’s for condominiums stops board members from purchasing a unit at a foreclosure sale, how...
How to stop inaccurate board meeting reports
Q: One resident in our community has obtained the email addresses for all owners. This owner attends all Board meetings,...
Should associations intervene with fighting neighbors?
Q: Two neighbors in our community are not getting along. They constantly argue and the sheriff’s department has been called...
Membership approval may be needed for personal property alterations
Q: Our condominium association recently voted to purchase new pool furniture. The current furniture is not broken or old, but...
Are HOA board members immune from lawsuits by residents?
Q: We live in an HOA and purchased a single-family home with a three-car garage. At settlement we were given 3 electronic...
How to get results from insurance carriers?
Q: Our condominium sustained significant damage from Hurricane Irma. It has been a year and our insurance carrier is offering a...
Without Proper Estate Planning A New Law Affecting Florida’s Homestead Act May Have Severe Consequences
A new Florida law, effective July 1, 2018, adds much needed clarification to Florida’s Homestead Act; however, at the same...
Are adopted rules part of public record?
Q: Do rules adopted by the Board of Directors have to be recorded in the public record? -K.B., Okeechobee A:...
How often do condominium documents need to be updated?
Q: I recently purchased a unit at a condominium association that has been around for about 20 years. I have lived in...