Monthly Archives: January 2024
Condo Board Members Have A Fiduciary Duty To Uphold
Condominium associations in Florida are usually non-profit corporations, operating primarily for the benefit of the owners in the complex. The board of directors is an even smaller entity, usually elected by the owners to exercise final authority on the day-to-day running of the association. Because of this, board members are held to a high… Read More »
Do I Need Representation As A Real Estate Investor?
The Florida real estate market moves fast, and anyone who wants to invest in it must move fast as well. However, doing so is not without its pitfalls, whether they may come from outside factors or a lack of understanding of terms. Enlisting an attorney to help safeguard your interests can save you considerable… Read More »
My Tenant Won’t Leave!
Both landlords and tenants have specific rights and responsibilities in Florida, clearly laid out in the relevant statute. This includes everything from paying rent on time to observing the beginning and end of the lease. If a tenant fails to leave after a lease has ended, this can lead to serious issues down the… Read More »
Condominium vs Co-op: What’s The Difference?
Florida is home to many different community associations, all governed in different ways. The most common types are homeowners’ associations (HOAs) and condominium associations, but one will also see housing cooperatives (‘co-ops’ for short), which operate in specific parts of the state. If you are moving to Florida, you may be confused about which… Read More »