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Reserve Studies Explained: What They Are and How Often You Should Update Them

01.28.2026
Michelle H. Kaiser

A reserve study is a financial planning tool used by condominium associations, homeowners’ associations, and cooperatives in Florida to anticipate and prepare for the cost of the repair (deferred maintenance) and replacement (capital expenditure) of the association’s common assets prepared by an expert (typically an engineer, architect, or a certified […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association

How Can Condominium Associations Enforce Short-Term Rental Bans?

01.28.2026
Jay Roberts

Previously, in Can We Ban Short-Term Rentals in Our Condominium? we discussed what internal actions must be taken in order for your condominium association to ban short-term rentals. This article presupposes that your association has taken action to amend its condominium documents and now seeks to enforce the new short-term rental ban.

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association

Community Update – December 2025

12.31.2025
Joseph E. AdamsJoseph ArenaDonna DiMaggio BergerJennifer L. BiletnikoffYeline GoinAllison L. HertzNicolas M. JimenezMichelle H. KaiserFlorence KingRobyn M. SeversBryony G. Swift

A new year means new goals! As we turn the corner into 2026, this issue of CUP spotlights practical tips to help your community association start the year off right. This includes a review of new legislation, an overview of your association’s right of access, and a clear explanation of […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association

Community Update – November 2025

11.30.2025
Joseph E. AdamsJoseph ArenaDonna DiMaggio BergerJames Robert Caves, IIIYeline GoinAllison L. HertzJoseph MarkovichBryony G. SwiftJonathan R. Zim

As the year comes to a close, community associations are planning ahead for 2026. This issue of CUP offers key insights to help your community step into the new year on the right foot. Whether you’re looking to understand condominium budget procedures, explore electric vehicle charging, or restore respect in […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association

Recording Rules and Rule Changes in the Public Records

11.25.2025
Joseph Arena

Most condominium and homeowners’ associations have the right to adopt and to amend rules and regulations.  The community declaration, articles of incorporations, and/or by-laws will often describe an association’s authority and procedures for adopting rules and regulations.  Also, the Florida Statutes expressly give associations’ boards of directors the right to […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association