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The Real Housewives Meet the Internal Revenue Service

05.20.2022
Samantha A. LesserJames J. Mahon

The Maserati was leased, but never reported. Forty thousand dollars a month was paid to a glam squad to “perfect a look” for housewives dining out on an ordinary Tuesday evening. The ostentatious spending—and the outsized personalities that that it accompanies—attracted an audience that very few want: the IRS. In […]

Areas of Focus: Civil & Criminal Tax Controversy, Individual Income Tax Planning

“Preparing for Success – What Associations and Management Companies Should Consider When Contemplating Doing Business With Each Other” – FCAP Managers Report

05.17.2022
Joseph Arena

Hiring a property management company is one of the most important decisions a community association can make. In turn, taking on a new community association client has significant implications for a property management company. A bad fit can be problematic for all involved. Understanding what each party expects and offers […]

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

“Impact of 2022 Legislative Summary on Community Associations” – FCAP Managers Report

05.17.2022
Steven H. Mezer

The 2022 session of the Florida Legislature was statistically slightly above average with 1700 bills considered in its 60-day session. A total of 238 bills were passed by both houses and will be presented to the governor for his signature. Thirty bills were filed that could have impacted community associations. […]

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

“COVID Lingers/So Do Legal Questions” – News-Press

05.16.2022
Joseph E. Adams

Q: Now that we are no longer under the COVID state of emergency in Florida, can a homeowners’ association hold “Zoom only” board meetings or are they required to have an announced meeting venue where owners can attend in person? (C.J., via e-mail) A: While your question is simple enough, […]

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

“Must Owners Approve New Flooring in Clubhouse?” – Naples Daily News

05.14.2022
David G. Muller

Q: The new board at my condominium removed the carpet in the clubhouse and had luxury vinyl flooring installed in its place. Weren’t they required to get owner approval before making this type of change? D.M. A: Maybe. Replacing carpet with vinyl flooring in the clubhouse will be considered a material […]

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