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“Law Does Not Limit Budget Increases” – News-Press

10.28.2019
Joseph E. Adams

Q: My condominium association is confused as to how the “115% rule” applies to its budget. Is the association prohibited from adopting a budget that exceeds 115% of the preceding year’s budget? (E.O., via e-mail) A: No. Chapter 718 of the Florida Statutes, the Florida Condominium Act, does not limit […]

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

Pop-Up Leasing is Good for Everyone

10.24.2019

As Halloween approaches, we have all probably noticed a number of pop-up Halloween costume and party shops opening around town.  As soon as they close, the Christmas stores will take their place.  Holiday and other pop-ups have become very popular in the retail landscape over the last decade or so.  […]

Areas of Focus: Real Estate

Episode 09: Refusing to Install Fire Alarm Speakers – “Can They Do That?”

10.21.2019

Residents of a neighborhood were required to install fire alarm speakers in their bedrooms as part of association policy, but one couple refused. Can They Do That? When it comes to association rules and bylaws, there seem to be more questions than answers. Becker’s video series, “Can They Do That?” […]

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

Becker’s Washington Weekly: Week of October 21, 2019

10.21.2019
Omar FrancoBert GómezAlfonso LopezClarence WilliamsAmanda L. Wood

The House The House returns to session Monday evening with a full agenda for a shortened week. Votes on Thursday have been cancelled following the passing of Congressman Elijah Cummings. Cummings will lie in state in the Capitol on Thursday. Following a ceremony for family and Members of Congress, the […]

Areas of Focus: Government Law & Lobbying, Federal Lobbying