Lawsuits against condominium, homeowner (HOA), and townhome community associations can be complex, costly, and time-consuming. For volunteer board members, receiving legal notices can also be an intimidating and stressful experience.

These legal challenges might involve:

Property disputes
Personal injury claims
Claims for breach of fiduciary duty
Breaches of contract often initiated by homeowners, contractors, or third parties

Navigating these situations requires … Read More ›

Florida condominium, homeowner (HOA) and townhome community associations must navigate an evolving legal landscape. Here are the latest updates and their implications for board members, property mangers, and community leaders in 2025.

Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)

The Corporate Transparency Act requires businesses, including community associations, to disclose ownership information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN).

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In the wake of the tragic Surfside condominium collapse in 2021, which resulted in the loss of 98 lives, Florida’s Legislature passed critical laws to enhance building safety and prevent similar disasters in the future.

Senate Bill 4-D, passed in 2022, and Senate Bill 154, passed in 2023, introduced strict regulations for condominium and cooperative buildings. … Read More ›

On December 3, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas issued a decision in Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc., et al. v. Garland, et al., granting a preliminary nationwide injunction against the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA).

This court ruling impacts condominium, homeowner (HOA), and townhome community association across the … Read More ›