Associations and association managers routinely receive what are referred to as lender questionnaires on a regular basis. A lender questionnaire is usually a request from a bank, lending institution or title company that requests the Association provide information about the community to the lender. Such requested information generally includes request […]
Q: My condominium building suffered significant damage from Hurricane Ian, including damage to the exterior of the building and the interior of the units. The association recently said that it will begin making various repairs, including repairs inside the unit. Is this permitted without my permission since this is property […]
So, you’ve been elected or appointed to the board of your association. Now what? First, it is necessary to become familiar with the association’s governing documents (declaration, articles of incorporation, and bylaws) and any written rules and policies. Board members are charged with upholding these documents and policies to the […]
Florida has a well-deserved reputation for many things: world-class theme parks, stunning beaches, and, to the delight of outsiders everywhere, the exploits of the infamous “Florida Man.” We also accept, as an inescapable consequence of living in our state, that we must deal with hurricanes, tropical storms, and regularly scheduled […]
Community Association attorney, Katie Berkey, AICP, co-authored the article, “Called To A Deposition or Court? Here Are A Few Tips” in the Winter 2023 Florida Planning newsletter. Katie shares informative tips if you are ever called to serve as a witness. The article states that it is natural to be […]
