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HOA · July 27, 2026 · 2 min read

Two Statutes, One State: Why Florida Polices Condos Like a Regulated Industry and Leaves HOAs Almost Entirely Alone

If you own a condo in Florida, a state agency (The DBPR) can audit your association's books, subpoena your board, fine your directors, and remove them from office. If you own a home in an HOA, that same agency has no authority to investigate your board at all, even for identical misconduct. This isn't an…

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Reserve Funds · May 25, 2026 · 3 min read

The Biggest Lie in Condos: “We’ll Keep Assessments Low”

For years, one phrase helped sell millions of dollars’ worth of condominium units across Florida: “We’ll keep assessments low.” On the surface, that sounds like good news. Who wouldn’t want lower monthly fees? But what many owners are discovering today is that low assessments were often not a sign of a…

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Condo Governance · May 4, 2026 · 2 min read

NOW FOR CONDO DISPUTES

Discover insights on Condo Disputes and alternative dispute resolution in Florida. Learn how Condo Disputes legislation impacts unit owners.

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New Condo Laws · April 13, 2026 · 3 min read

FANNIE AND FREDDIE MAKE IT HARDER AND EASIER FOR FLORIDA CONDOS

Find out how Fannie and Freddie's new rules impact Florida condos. Discover how Fannie and Freddie make financing easier yet more demanding.

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New Condo Laws · February 23, 2026 · 2 min read

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION MANDATORY MANAGEMENT BILL IS FILED

Discover how the new community association management bill impacts HOAs and condos. Learn about mandatory management requirements and implications.

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Board Meeting Rules · February 1, 2026 · 2 min read

When Condo Associations Throw Out Ballots: What This Arbitration Case Teaches Boards and Owners

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.…

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Board Meeting Rules · January 26, 2026 · 2 min read

Condo and HOA Unit Owner Resolutions: A Necessary Reality Check

Last week we focused on board resolutions. Now it’s the owners’ turn. Most condo and HOA disputes start with skipped rules, personal reactions to enforcement, or not participating until there’s a problem. Living in an association means shared responsibility. Read the documents, stay engaged, pay on time, and…

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Board Meeting Rules · November 3, 2025 · 2 min read

SO CAN ASSOCIATIONS WAIVE ANY RESERVES?

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,…

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Board Meeting Rules · October 19, 2025 · 2 min read

SO WHEN CAN THE CONDO/HOA BOARD HAVE A CLOSED-DOOR MEETING?

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…

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Florida Condo & HOA News · September 21, 2025 · 2 min read

DOING THE BUDGET IN SMALL FLORIDA 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.

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New Condo Laws · August 4, 2025 · 4 min read

FLORIDA’S 3RD DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL SAYS 100% MEANS 100%

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…

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New Condo Laws · June 17, 2025 · 4 min read

HB 913: THE ASSOCIATION’S WEBSITE

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.

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New Condo Laws · June 10, 2025 · 2 min read

THE ONE BIG BILL – ON VIDEO CONFERENCING

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.

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New Condo Laws · May 11, 2025 · 3 min read

New Florida Condo Bill: HB913 (PART 2)

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?

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Florida Condo & HOA News · May 5, 2025 · 4 min read

FLORIDA LEGISLATURE GOES OUT WITH ONE BIG BILL FOR CONDOS

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…

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Florida Condo & HOA News · April 24, 2025 · 4 min read

THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE BETTER KILL HB 913 AND SB 1742

Florida promised condo safety after Surfside. Now they’re backpedaling with bills that gut reserves. History is doomed to repeat.

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Florida Condo & HOA News · April 20, 2025 · 3 min read

SENATE BILL 1742: WHY MAKE THINGS SO DIFFICULT?

New bills propose big changes to how Florida condos invest reserve funds. Senate Bill 1742 starts simply—keep funds FDIC-insured—but quickly spirals into complex rules, investment committees, and ongoing oversight requirements. For volunteer board members, it could turn a straightforward duty into an…

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Florida Condo & HOA News · March 31, 2025 · 3 min read

HOUSE BILL 913 – Part Three

HB 913 keeps growing! From recall rules to conflicts of interest to hurricane protection—big changes could be coming to condo law.

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Two Statutes, One State: Why Florida Polices Condos Like a Regulated Industry and Leaves HOAs Almost Entirely Alone

The Biggest Lie in Condos: “We’ll Keep Assessments Low”

NOW FOR CONDO DISPUTES

FANNIE AND FREDDIE MAKE IT HARDER AND EASIER FOR FLORIDA CONDOS

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION MANDATORY MANAGEMENT BILL IS FILED

When Condo Associations Throw Out Ballots: What This Arbitration Case Teaches Boards and Owners

Condo and HOA Unit Owner Resolutions: A Necessary Reality Check

SO CAN ASSOCIATIONS WAIVE ANY RESERVES?

SO WHEN CAN THE CONDO/HOA BOARD HAVE A CLOSED-DOOR MEETING?

DOING THE BUDGET IN SMALL FLORIDA CONDOS IS NOT AS EASY AS IT USED TO BE

FLORIDA’S 3RD DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL SAYS 100% MEANS 100%

HB 913: THE ASSOCIATION’S WEBSITE

THE ONE BIG BILL – ON VIDEO CONFERENCING

New Florida Condo Bill: HB913 (PART 2)

FLORIDA LEGISLATURE GOES OUT WITH ONE BIG BILL FOR CONDOS

THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE BETTER KILL HB 913 AND SB 1742

SENATE BILL 1742: WHY MAKE THINGS SO DIFFICULT?

HOUSE BILL 913 – Part Three

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