Monthly Archives: June 2023
Partition Of Real Property Before Sale In Florida
In this day and age, it is becoming more and more common for Floridians to co-own property with other people – usually spouses or family members. While this is a good way to keep property in the family, it is important to be aware that in most cases, the sale of the property requires… Read More »
Defining Condo Association “Common Elements”
A Declaration of Condominium is a document created at the inception of a condo complex, designed to set the boundaries between the individual units and what are known as the common elements. In general, the condominium board is required to maintain the common elements, while unit owners are required to maintain their own residences… Read More »
Selling Your Homestead In Florida
Under Florida law, a person may designate their primary residence as their ‘homestead,’ which conveys a number of financial protections, including an exemption from property taxes (up to a certain price point). When one is attempting to sell their homestead, however, it can raise questions that need to be answered before pulling the proverbial… Read More »
Red Flags At Community Association Meetings
One of the requirements of having a community association in Florida is to hold regular meetings, and while Florida’s Homeowners Association Act and Condominium Act do not track identically, the statutory requirements are generally the same. If you are a homeowner or a condo owner, you have the right to speak in most meetings,… Read More »