If you are unhappy with your homeowners' association (HOA), you may wonder if you can take legal action against them. The answer is yes, you can sue your HOA under certain circumstances. In this blog, we explore common reasons for suing an HOA and what you need to...
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Do tenants have to pay security deposits to HOAs?
When you rent a place in Florida, you usually need to pay a security deposit. Unfortunately, some residents aren't sure if this is even legal, which can cause problems between them and landlords. When disagreements occur, it's crucial to know how Florida law works and...
What does a mediator do during a HOA dispute?
Whether you’re a homeowner feeling unheard or a board member striving to maintain harmony, the tension in a Homeowners Association (HOA) dispute can take a toll on everyone involved. This is where a certified mediator steps in. Mediators help people involved in civil...
Top reasons to consider legal action against your HOA
When you move into your condominium or housing development, you receive a dense document known as "Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions" (CC&Rs). These rules are set by your Homeowners' Association (HOA). The purpose of these rules is to maintain community...
What to expect in a landlord-tenant mediation
Mediation is a highly efficient and effective tool for solving disputes between landlords and tenants seeking resolution to their problems. It is a valuable alternative to consider due to its informality, fast nature of the process, privacy, confidentiality and...
Should I consider mediation for an HOA dispute?
Homeowner associations (HOAs) play an important role in maintaining community harmony and property values. The HOA achieves this balance by working to ensure those within the community follow the rules. There are times when people do not agree, when a conflict over an...
Behind on COA assessments? Your COA may do these things
When a resident moves into a condominium, they may have an idea of what to expect as they join their local Condominium Owners Association (COA). This could be the payment of assessments for maintenance and building policies. However, life sometimes gets hectic which...
What are tenant issues that may lead to an eviction?
Evicting a tenant is a serious matter that requires careful consideration and proper legal procedures. Homeowners Association (HOA) representatives often find themselves caught between maintaining community standards and respecting tenants' rights. Understanding the...
Buying a condo? Understand the CC and Rs before you buy
Buying a condo is often touted as the perfect hybrid experience of “owning your own place” while still having a lot of the benefits of having a management company handle some of the major issues as if you were a tenant. However, you don’t want to jump on a great deal...
Things to consider if renovating a condo or coop
If you need to renovate a unit in a condo, then it is essential to stay aware of how this might lead to legal problems. It would only take one of those to bring everything to a halt and cause you considerable extra cost. Here are some examples of what could lead to...