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Community Update – October 2024

Joseph E. Adams, Donna DiMaggio Berger, Omar Franco, Mark D. Friedman, Yeline Goin, Mary R. Hawk, Allison L. Hertz, Michelle H. Kaiser, Sanjay Kurian, Joseph Markovich, Steven H. Mezer, Vincenzo M. Mogavero, David G. Muller, Jon Polenberg, J. David Ramsey, Jay Roberts, Karyan San Martano | 10.31.2024
Newsletter | Florida Condo & HOA Law Blog

This issue of CUP highlights a range of timely topics for board members and managers. Whether you’re preparing for budget season, considering amending election terms, or navigating disaster recovery and insurance claims, we’ve got something for you. Don’t miss our recent webinar explaining the Corporate Transparency Act and the mandatory reporting requirements for all community associations! Also featured this month […]

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Condominium Officers, Directors and Managers Who Solicit, Offer to Accept, or Accept “Kickbacks” Now Commit a Felony of the Third Degree

Michelle H. Kaiser | 10.29.2024
Blog Publication | Florida Condo & HOA Law Blog

Florida lawmakers revised Chapter 718, Florida’s Condominium Act, once again following the 2024 Legislative Session through House Bill 1021, which was signed by Governor DeSantis and became effective July 1, 2024.  One of the most surprising revisions to some, was the addition of criminal penalties for certain conduct in violation of Chapter 718.

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Community Update – August 2024

Joseph E. Adams, Donna DiMaggio Berger, Mark D. Friedman, Michelle H. Kaiser, Carolyn C. Meadows, Jay Roberts, Karyan San Martano, Bryony G. Swift | 08.31.2024
Newsletter | Florida Condo & HOA Law Blog

As the back-to-school season kicks off, it’s the perfect time to embrace new beginnings and fresh opportunities! This issue of CUP highlights everything you need to know to stay organized for the year ahead. We address late assessments, architectural review, and Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) Volunteers. We also celebrate 39 Becker Attorneys recognized in […]

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If Your Condominium Has 25 or More Units There Is a New Website Requirement

Michelle H. Kaiser | 08.28.2024
Blog Publication | Florida Condo & HOA Law Blog

Prior to July 1, 2024, only associations operating condominiums with 150 or more units were required to have a website. However, Florida lawmakers expanded this mandate through House Bill 1021, which was signed by Governor DeSantis and became effective July 1, 2024, to include any association operating a condominium with 25 or more units. The […]

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