Q: Can you explain what “fiduciary duty” means for a condominium board member and managers? (M.S., via e-mail)
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Becker & Poliakoff, P.A. is a law firm that publishes content primarily focused on legal issues affecting condominiums, homeowners' associations (HOAs), and community associations in Florida. Their blog addresses topics such as disclosure requirements, parking regulations under HOA laws, reserve funding statutes, and state laws impacting community living, including fireworks regulations. The firm provides practical legal insights and guidance on compliance with Florida statutes and the interaction between state law and private community covenants. Their publications serve as a resource for property owners, association boards, and managers navigating the legal landscape of community association governance and property management.
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New Law Requires Flood History Disclosure
By Joseph Adams
Q: I own a condominium unit in Florida that I rent out. I heard there is a new law about disclosing flood history to my tenants. I personally have not filed any insurance claims regarding this unit, but I am
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“Personal Vehicle” Parking in HOA
By Joseph Adams
Q: Is a motor home/RV considered a “personal vehicle” under the Florida Homeowners’ Association Act? Some motor homes require a commercial driver’s license. (A.K-K, via e-mail)
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What actually moved the needle for Condos & HOAs in 2025?
In this special year-end episode, host Donna DiMaggio Berger and producer Claude Jennings cut through the noise and reveal the real shifts that changed how community associations operate—from high-stakes legal challenges to the everyday pressures managers and volunteer directors face
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New Reserve Laws Exempt Certain Buildings
By Joseph Adams
Q: Our condominium consists of a number of buildings with two residential floors with covered parking underneath.
It is my understanding that the prior statutes allowed associations to partially fund the reserves. Fully funding the reserves through increased quarterly payments
It is my understanding that the prior statutes allowed associations to partially fund the reserves. Fully funding the reserves through increased quarterly payments
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A New Year’s Guide to Florida’s Holiday Fireworks Statute
As New Year’s Day approaches, many Floridians are planning celebrations that may include fireworks. Readers may find it helpful to know that the legal landscape around fireworks has evolved over time, shifting from a period when most fireworks were restricted
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New Laws for Condominium Meetings Held Via Video Conferencing
The condominium omnibus bill, which was adopted during the 2025 legislative session, amends Florida Statute 718.112 to explicitly allow condominium association meetings to be held by video conference. “Video conference” is defined in the statute to mean any real time
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Recording Rules and Rule Changes in the Public Records
By Joseph Arena
Most condominium and homeowners’ associations have the right to adopt and to amend rules and regulations. The community declaration, articles of incorporations, and/or by-laws will often describe an association’s authority and procedures for adopting rules and regulations. Also, the Florida
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Condominium Budget Procedures Explained; Part 2
By Joseph Adams
Q: Can you explain how a condominium association’s budget is made and presented? What is the difference between operating expenses and reserves? What are straight-line and pooled methods for reserves? (J.D., via e-mail)
Why Solar Energy Makes Sense in the Sunshine State!
A rooftop can be a power plant or a battleground. In this week’s Take It To The Board episode, we tackle a central question: should homeowners be able to use solar power without running into resistance from their own community associations?
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