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Plain-English Florida condo and HOA law updates for owners, volunteer board members, managers, and everyone navigating community-association life.
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Written by Eric M. Glazer · Florida attorney
Glazer & Sachs, P.A. is nominated in Legal Services for the 2027 FLCAJ Readers’ Choice Awards. Here’s how to vote by December 31, 2026.
Read: Vote for Glazer & Sachs in the 2027 FLCAJ Readers’ Choice Awards →
Explore the complexities of HOA termination and the implications of HB 657.
Read: HAVE YOU EVER DREAMED OF TERMINATING YOUR HOA? →
Condo elections are not paperwork traps. In a Florida arbitration case, a board rejected 22 ballots for technical reasons and lost the election anyway. Signatures, envelope issues, hand delivery, and secrecy mistakes were all challenged…and the arbitrator ordered the losing candidate seated on the board.…
Read: When Condo Associations Throw Out Ballots: What This Arbitration Case Teaches Boards and Owners →
Every year, condo and HOA boards promise this will be the year things finally run smoothly. And every year, the same problems show up again, late budgets, messy meetings, inconsistent enforcement, frustrated owners, and eventually legal threats. This article breaks down board resolutions that actually work,…
Read: New Year Resolutions for Condo & HOA Boards →
As 2025 comes to a close, Florida’s condominium associations look back on another year defined by constant change. Rising assessments, shifting insurance markets, expanded management responsibilities, new voting rules, and upcoming board term limits have left many boards feeling overwhelmed. This year-end…
Read: THE END OF ANOTHER YEAR →
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? →
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 →
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 →
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% →
The Florida Legislature just passed a massive 191-page condo reform bill, bringing major changes to how reserve funds are handled. For the first time, associations may fund reserves using lines of credit—creating a cycle of debt. Temporary pauses on reserve contributions are also allowed, but only under…
Read: FLORIDA LEGISLATURE GOES OUT WITH ONE BIG BILL FOR CONDOS →
HB 913 keeps growing! From recall rules to conflicts of interest to hurricane protection—big changes could be coming to condo law.
Read: HOUSE BILL 913 – Part Three →
Rep. Vicki Lopez files a major condo bill—quarterly board meetings, pooled reserves, and lines of credit up to 35% of future needs.
Read: HOUSE BILL 913 – Part Two →
Florida’s HB 137 & SB 120 propose an HOA Ombudsman to support homeowners. Will this level the playing field? Share your thoughts!
Read: HAVE THE PRAYERS OF HOA OWNERS BEEN ANSWERED? →
When selling your condo, it’s not ‘buyer beware’—it’s ‘seller disclose everything!’ Florida law demands transparency. Learn what’s required.
Read: SO YOU WANT TO SELL YOUR CONDOMINIUM UNIT? →
HOA election night: so much can go wrong! From proxies to ballots, nominations to quorums—learn how to avoid common pitfalls & stay on track
Read: THE ANNUAL MEETING IN AN HOA – WHAT COULD GO WRONG? →
Election tampering in condos? It happens. Read this case I won proving intentional notice failures. Share your thoughts in the comments!
Read: SO YOU THINK THERE’S NO FRAUD IN ELECTIONS? →
Election night chaos: quorum issues, tie votes, & more! Learn why managers & attorneys must team up to avoid costly mistakes. Call for help!
Read: YOUR ANNUAL MEETING AND ELECTION IT AIN’T AS EASY AS IT SOUNDS – PART 2 →
Election season is here! First notices must go out—condos or HOAs. Learn what can go wrong and why your attorney and manager must team up!
Read: YOUR ANNUAL MEETING AND ELECTION IT AIN’T AS EASY AS IT SOUNDS - Part 1 →Read it. Then watch it.
