Can a cooperative board terminate a shareholder’s lease for disruptive or threatening behavior—even before the lease ends? In the latest issue of Co-op & Condo Case Law Tracker, Becker shareholder Steven S. Anderson explores a recent New York Appellate Court decision affirming that HDFC (Housing Development Fund Corporation) co-op boards have the […]
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Today’s column is the third installment of our annual legislative review examining the significant changes to the Florida Condominium Act that became effective July 1, 2025. Today’s focus is the annual meeting of the association members required by law for the election of directors and conducting any other business legally […]
“Technology and Cybersecurity Best Practices for Community Associations” – FLCAJ Magazine
07.17.2025
Cyberattacks have become more common and sophisticated across all sectors, including community associations. Because these associations often collect and handle personally identifiable information (PII), it is essential that they properly maintain and protect it. Many community associations require residents to fill out detailed applications that include not only basic information […]
Today’s column is the second installment of our annual review of new legislation affecting Florida community associations, which became effective July 1, 2025. One of the most significant changes involves the annual budget process. Pursuant to the new statute, if a condominium association board proposes an annual budget which exceeds […]
Last year I wrote in this column about changes in the law with a profound effect on community associations in Florida. Well, the Times They Are a Changing, again. As in almost every year the last 3 to 4 years, the Florida Legislature attempted to pass legislation to correct the prior […]
