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What Is The Role Of A Homeowners’ Association In Florida?

By Seward Law Office, P.A. |

For new Floridians, or for new homeowners in general, the prevalence of homeowners’ associations (HOAs) in Florida can be a bit jarring – approximately 70 percent of dwellings built within the last decade fall under an HOA. Stereotypes abound as to what an HOA can and cannot do, and to what length it has… Read More »

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Eviction vs Ejectment In Florida Real Estate

By Seward Law Office, P.A. |

Landlord-tenant relationships are fairly straightforward; a tenant rents space from a landlord, until they decide to leave and rent elsewhere. However, sometimes complications arise – either a tenant may refuse to leave, or someone with no claim at all to the property may wind up staying there. In this event, a landlord has options,… Read More »

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How Can I Participate Remotely In My Condo Association Meetings?

By Seward Law Office, P.A. |

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many community associations made changes to their meeting rules to permit owners to participate in board meetings remotely, so as to ensure safety for all. In 2021, the Florida legislature codified many of those rules, allowing some remote options to remain an option for associations moving forward. There are many… Read More »

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Collections For Homeowners’ Associations

By Seward Law Office, P.A. |

No one, whether a member of a community association board or a unit owner, enjoys the collections process. However, living in a community association comes with the requirement to pay all the required fees and assessments; a failure to do so means that the board must enforce collections proceedings against owners, which can be… Read More »

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Several New Bills Signed In FL Legislative Session

By Seward Law Office, P.A. |

The Florida Legislature ended its most recent session on May 5, 2023. During that time, quite a few bills concerning the real estate market in Florida were debated and signed into law. Given the constant ebb and flow of Florida’s real estate market, particularly as the seasons change, it is extremely important for potential… Read More »

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How Can I Tell If An HOA Rule Is Unenforceable?

By Seward Law Office, P.A. |

Florida law gives homeowners’ associations (HOAs) and condominium associations (CAs) fairly broad leeway to make and enforce rules, and the association’s articles of incorporation may cement that authority. However, it is not limitless – if you are a board member in a community association, it is crucial that you and your colleagues understand where… Read More »

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Florida’s Real Estate Disclosure Laws

By Seward Law Office, P.A. |

When a person is selling their home, they must make certain disclosures to a prospective buyer, or run the risk of the sale being derailed. Under Florida law, there are a host of different factors that must be addressed by a seller before they can transfer an unencumbered title to a buyer. Failure to… Read More »

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What Can A Condo Board Do About Nonpayment Of Dues?

By Seward Law Office, P.A. |

When a person buys a condominium, they implicitly (and often, explicitly) consent to be governed by the condo association’s rules and board of directors. Perhaps the most important rule for condo owners is to pay dues and other assessments on time – and if they fail to do so, a condo board generally has… Read More »

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Farmers Insurance Pauses New Homeowner Policies In Florida

By Seward Law Office, P.A. |

When a person is seeking to buy a new piece of property, one of the things they should make certain to have is homeowners’ insurance, particularly in a hurricane-prone area like Pinellas or Sarasota County. However, as of mid-June 2023, there are fewer and fewer options for homeowners, as “15 companies [have decided] to… Read More »

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Condo Association Faces Huge Fine After Cutting Down Oak Without Permission

By Seward Law Office, P.A. |

In general, a condominium association has the responsibility for maintaining the common elements, which can include gardening and tree maintenance on association property. However, this does not give the association an undisputed free reign over maintenance decisions – in some situations, the county government can and will step in. Such was the story of… Read More »

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