When a disaster, such as a fire or a storm, strikes a condominium or cooperative, the homeowners' association (HOA) plays a crucial role in managing the insurance claims process. As a governing body, the HOA must ensure that damage to communal areas and shared...
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What are conservation easements, and when are they applicable?
Real estate development projects can present opportunities to drive economic growth and revitalization, benefitting the local communities. Developers usually consider these factors when planning a project, including amenities and revenue sources that could have...
Grasping condo and co-op insurance disputes in Florida
Condo and co-op living comes with its own set of challenges, especially when it comes to insurance disputes. You have invested your hard-earned money into your dream home, but what happens when you find yourself at odds with your insurance provider or association?...
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...
Why condo owners might need arbitration or mediation when facing a HOA dispute
If you are a condo owner facing a homeowners association (HOA) dispute, you should be aware that cases may have to go through mediation or arbitration before the go to trial. This is to prevent taking a high volume of cases to court when you can opt for alternative...
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...
Grounds and processes involved in contesting a will
Contesting a will can be a complex and emotional process. When someone believes a will does not reflect the true intentions of the deceased, they may choose to challenge it in court. Several grounds exist for contesting a will, and understanding these grounds and the...
How to voice out your concerns about HOA dues increase
When you live in a community managed by a Homeowners Association (HOA), you understand your responsibility to pay regular dues to help maintain the quality of your neighborhood. However, a significant increase in contributions might seem suspicious, especially when...
Can your HOA prevent you from renovating your house?
A house is one huge investment that most people aspire to attain in their lives. And when you finally achieve this goal, you will feel excited to personalize it and make it truly your own. However, before you proceed with that renovation plan, check if there are...
Motor vehicle collision on a foggy morning
Dense fog is one of many issues that confront drivers in inclement weather. Navigating a Florida road in foggy conditions is challenging and often dangerous. One never knows when tragedy might strike, as it did at approximately 7 a.m. on a recent Sunday. A 69-year-old...


