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Women’s History Month–Meet the Women of Becker: Kathleen “Katie” O. Berkey

03.06.2026
Kathleen “Katie” O. Berkey, AICP

In honor of Women’s History Month, Becker is celebrating the incredible women whose expertise, leadership, and dedication elevate both our firm and the clients we serve. This year, we’re proud to highlight the achievements of longstanding women team members across various departments, recognizing their impact and contributions over the years. […]

Areas of Focus: Government Law & Lobbying, Florida Legislative Lobbying

“Restricting Rentals in Condominiums and Homeowners’ Associations” – FLCAJ

03.04.2026
Yeline Goin

One of the questions I am frequently asked by my community association clients is whether they can restrict rentals by either (1) requiring a minimum lease term, (2) prohibiting rentals for a certain period of time after an owner purchases (for example, one  year), (3) setting a maximum number of […]

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

Minority Unit Owners’ Veto Power Over Condo Termination

02.26.2026
Jose Luis Baloyra

Termination of a condominium in Florida is a complicated transaction with numerous legal issues at play.  F.S 718.117 governs terminations of condominiums and allows termination for economic waste or impossibility or optional termination. Termination because of economic waste or impossibility requires the approval of the lesser of the lowest percentage […]

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

To Pool Or Not To Pool? Understanding Straight Line Versus Pooled Reserves in Florida Community Associations

02.26.2026
Clinton S. Morrell

One of the most significant financial decisions facing Florida community associations is how to account for reserve funds. Should your homeowners, condominium or co-op association maintain separate accounts for each reserve component, or combine them into a single pooled fund? This choice affects not only your accounting practices but also […]

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