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Written by Eric M. Glazer · Florida attorney
For more than 15 years, we’ve written a weekly blog for condo and HOA owners, board members, managers, and legal professionals across Florida. It’s designed to explain complex laws, legislative changes, and real-world issues in plain English, not legal jargon. With hundreds of searchable posts, the blog has…
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A good Owner’s Rep can be the difference between a smooth project and a budget-blowing mess. They act as your watchdog, keeping engineers and contractors honest while protecting your board from confusion, surprise costs, and missed deadlines. Smaller routine jobs may not need one, but big repairs, structural…
Read: Do You Really Need an Owner’s Rep? Here’s Who Does →
Confused about reserve waivers in Florida? You’re not alone. As 2026 budgets loom, many boards assume all reserves are now untouchable—but that’s not true. Some reserves can still be waived or paused, depending on your building’s size and inspection history. This blog breaks it down in plain English,…
Read: SO CAN ASSOCIATIONS WAIVE ANY RESERVES? →
The Board held seven closed-door meetings claiming to discuss “personnel matters” involving their management and security companies. The arbitrator ruled these were not true personnel matters since the companies were independent contractors, not employees. Under Florida law, only meetings about actual…
Read: SO WHEN CAN THE CONDO/HOA BOARD HAVE A CLOSED-DOOR MEETING? →
For the past two weeks we discussed how difficult it has now become to prepare the annual budget. Well suppose you had to prepare two budgets instead of one? In many condominiums, that’s now the case.
Read: AND NOW FOR THE HARD PART →
As we have blogged about for the past few weeks, HB 913 is about to become law on July 1st. The bill contains a myriad of topics. Here are the new provisions regarding the association’s website.
Read: HB 913: EL SITIO WEB DE LA ASOCIACIÓN →
Starting in 2026, large Florida condominiums (3+ stories) must fully fund Structural Integrity Reserve Studies (SIRS)—no more waiving key reserves like roofing, plumbing, or fire systems. In this episode, Eric and Karen break down the new legal requirements, rare exceptions, and budgeting deadlines every…
Read: DOING THE BUDGET IN LARGE CONDOS IS NOT AS EASY AS IT USED TO BE →
Budgeting in small condo buildings isn’t what it used to be. New reserve requirements + county laws = big consequences if you’re not planning ahead.
Read: HACER EL PRESUPUESTO EN CONDOMINIOS PEQUEÑOS DE FLORIDA NO ES TAN FÁCIL COMO ANTES → Budgeting in small condo buildings isn’t what it used to be. New reserve requirements + county laws = big consequences if you’re not planning ahead.
Read: ORÇAMENTO PARA PEQUENOS CONDOMÍNIOS NA FLÓRIDA NÃO É TÃO FÁCIL COMO ANTES → Budgeting in small condo buildings isn’t what it used to be. New reserve requirements + county laws = big consequences if you’re not planning ahead.
Read: DOING THE BUDGET IN SMALL FLORIDA CONDOS IS NOT AS EASY AS IT USED TO BE →
Needa Wrest thought Labor Day meant peace from condo chaos, but she was wrong. This Labor Day belongs to every board member who shoulders the burden so their neighbors can live in peace.
Read: A LABOR DAY TRADITION CONTINUES →
Florida’s 3rd District Court of Appeal ruled that 100% means 100% when it comes to condo termination, siding with unit owners who fought back against a developer’s attempt to change voting rules mid-game. This major decision highlights the legal battle over whether older condo declarations can be overridden…
Read: FLORIDA’S 3RD DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL SAYS 100% MEANS 100% →
Florida condo and homeowners are buckling under skyrocketing costs—especially insurance. Senator Rick Scott has reintroduced the Homeowners Premium Tax Reduction Act, which would make up to $10,000 in insurance premiums tax-deductible. If passed, it could mean serious savings. But it needs public support.…
Read: MAYBE THERE IS SOME HELP COMING OUR WAY IN FLORIDA →
New York’s mayoral race could reshape Florida’s real estate market. If Zohran Mamdani wins, experts expect another wave of wealthy New Yorkers to flee the city’s shifting politics for Florida’s condos and HOAs. Agents are already seeing signs, and sellers may benefit by waiting to list until November. Like…
Read: EVEN MORE NEW YORKERS MAY BE ON THEIR WAY TO FLORIDA →
Florida created two programs to help with rising insurance costs: My Safe Florida Home and My Safe Florida Condo. Both offered free wind mitigation inspections and grants to fund storm-resistant upgrades. Homeowners could receive up to $10K; condos up to $175K. However, as of now, both programs have paused…
Read: MY SAFE FLORIDA CONDO AND HOME PROGRAM UPDATES → As we have blogged about for the past few weeks, HB 913 is about to become law on July 1st. The bill contains a myriad of topics. Here are the new provisions regarding the association’s website.
Read: HB 913: THE ASSOCIATION’S WEBSITE →
As you know, the Florida Legislature ended in a real blockbuster way in regards to new condo legislation. In the end The Florida House and The Florida Senate agreed on ONE BIG BILL (HB 913) that is 191 pages long.
Read: THE ONE BIG BILL – ON VIDEO CONFERENCING →
Florida’s 2025 legislature just dropped a 191-page condo law. In this blog, we cover new conflict of interest laws, milestone inspection rules, and a surprising workaround for reserve funding. Plus, is Florida actually tracking unsafe buildings—or just collecting data for show?
Read: New Florida Condo Bill: HB913 (PART 2) →Read it. Then watch it.
