Living in a condominium or homeowners’ association (HOA) community comes with benefits—shared amenities, maintained landscaping, and uniform standards that protect property values. But those benefits come with strings attached: rules matter, and how you get approval matters even more. One of the most common (and expensive) mistakes we see is this: “The HOA president said […]
A special assessment is an extra charge that your condominium board can levy to fund specific expenses. In Florida, the Condominium Act defines a special assessment, sets notice requirements for meetings where it may be approved, and gives associations powerful collection remedies if owners fall behind. Knowing the rules under Florida condo law and the […]
Why DIY ChatGPT Legal Work Can Turn Small Problems Into Expensive Nightmares By Ferrer Law Group, PLLC — Florida Condominium, Homeowner Association & Consumer Protection Law Firm The Illusion of the “AI Shortcut” AI tools like ChatGPT feel fast, clever, and convenient — but when used for legal matters, they often do the exact opposite […]
Can you resolve disputes without going to court? Yes—many Florida HOA disputes can be resolved without filing a lawsuit. Florida HOA laws build in structured, lower-cost paths that often create room for settlement once everyone follows the rules. If you need a rapid, document-driven plan, Ferrer Law Group helps homeowners, investors, and boards use these […]
Condominium living in South Florida delivers convenience, but it also imposes statutory duties and document-based rules that can trigger disputes. Under Florida condo law, outcomes usually hinge on whether the association complied with Chapter 718, Florida Statutes, and what the recorded declaration and bylaws actually say. If you need a fast, statute-grounded plan to defend […]
Rules, fees, and board decisions shape what you can build, rent, or even park—under Florida HOA laws, one missed detail can cost money and momentum. If you’re questioning whether a fine, recall, or records refusal is lawful, a top-rated Florida HOA lawyer can anchor your next step and preserve leverage. Read on for the key […]
Conflicts of interest on community association boards rarely make the evening news, yet they drain reserves, sour neighbor relations, and invite lawsuits. Florida condo law demands that every director act with undivided loyalty to the owners, not to their own pocket. If your HOA is already debating whether a treasurer can approve her own landscaping […]
Unpaid assessments jeopardize reserve planning, insurance premiums, and curb appeal. Ferrer Law Group helps boards wield Florida condo law to secure every dollar owed before cash-flow gaps force emergency dues hikes. The law creates an automatic lien the moment a fee is late and authorizes mortgage-style foreclosure when owners ignore warnings. Because those rights vanish […]
When reserve funds fall short, boards often levy special assessments to cover structural repairs, litigation costs, or unexpected insurance deductibles. However, these charges must follow strict statutory procedures and fiduciary principles. Missteps expose associations to owner challenges, Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) arbitration, and courtroom scrutiny. If your board just announced a hefty […]
Florida HOA laws give owners a powerful defense: if the board enforces a covenant against one resident but ignores identical breaches elsewhere, a court can strike the fine and award attorneys’ fees. The Florida Supreme Court’s White Egret Condominium, Inc. v. Franklin ruling confirms that selective enforcement voids restrictions unless violations are handled uniformly. Keep […]
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