Monthly Archives: April 2021
Can An HOA Regulate Fences On An Owner’s Property?
When someone buys a house that is located in a homeowners’ association, they must be advised of the association’s covenants, conditions, and restrictions (collectively referred to as the CC&Rs) in order for the contract to be appropriately binding. The CC&Rs are the rules by which the HOA’s board of directors governs day-to-day life, and… Read More »
Judgment & Involuntary Liens On Florida Real Property
A lien is defined as a claim on another person’s property that exists because of an unpaid debt relating to that property. It forms what is called an encumbrance on property until the debt no longer exists – in other words, if you have a lien on your property, you cannot sell it without… Read More »
Different Types of Deeds In Florida
When a person or a couple wants to purchase a home in Florida, the way the property is legally transferred is through an instrument called a deed. There are several different types of deeds, but if you are not informed about the differences between them, you may wind up agreeing to more than you… Read More »
Property Management Companies vs HOAs: Who’s The Boss?
Many homeowners’ associations (HOAs) in Florida are what is known as self-managed; they handle their finances in-house, out of either necessity or a simple belief that outside help is not necessary. Associations that are larger, or deal in more complex financial transactions, can and do engage outside help to manage their affairs, though they… Read More »