Condo Craze and HOAs Live Shows

Most condo owners think they can just sue their association. Not so fast. Florida law actually starts from a different assumption, that owners are already at a disadvantage.In this episode of Condo Craze and HOAs, attorney Eric Glazer and co-host Karen Curtis Florida Statute 718.1255, why disputes are pushed away from court, and what that means for you before a case even begins.If you live in a condominium or serve on a board, understanding how disputes are supposed to start is critical. Getting it wrong can cost you time, money, and leverage before your case even begins.Next episode, we break down exactly where different types of condo disputes must start, arbitration, mediation, or court.Subscribe and join us live Sundays at 11AM on YouTube for Condo Craze and HOAs.📺 Condo Craze and HOAs airs live Sundays at 11 AM on YouTube, where Eric Glazer and Karen Curtis break down complex condominium and HOA laws in simple terms and take questions from viewers across Florida.Subscribe for more episodes covering Condo and HOA law, community issues, board responsibilities, and homeowner rights.⸻📞 Call in live Sunday at 11am – 717-GLAZER8 (717-452-9378)📺 Watch live on YouTube👉 Subscribe for more Condo Craze and HOAs updates!👉 Follow us for critical insights every association owner needs to know.S4E14 | Airing 5-3-26

Many homeowners and HOA board members assume that when a dispute arises, the next step is simple… file a lawsuit.But in Florida, that assumption can cost you thousands of dollars.Under Florida Statute 720.311, most disputes in homeowners associations must go through alternative dispute resolution (ADR) before a lawsuit can even begin. That usually means pre-suit mediation, where both sides attempt to resolve the issue before stepping into a courtroom.If that step is skipped, a case can be delayed, dismissed, or become dramatically more expensive than necessary.In this episode of Condo Craze and HOAs, attorney Eric Glazer breaks down how the law actually works and explains:• When HOA disputes require mediation first• When disputes must go to arbitration instead• When you can go straight to court• Why the Florida Legislature created this system• The costly mistake homeowners and boards make when they skip the required processUnderstanding these rules can save homeowners and associations thousands of dollars in legal fees and prevent disputes from spiraling into unnecessary litigation.If you live in an HOA or serve on a board, this is one of the most important legal procedures to understand before taking action.⸻Watch Condo Craze and HOAs live every Sunday at 11 AM on YouTube.Learn how Florida condo and HOA laws impact your building, your finances, and your rights as an owner.YouTube TitleHOA Lawsuits Explained: The Step Florida Law Requires Before You Go to Court⸻Alternative Titles (higher curiosity / click potential)HOA Dispute? The Step You Must Take Before Filing a Lawsuit in FloridaWhy Many HOA Lawsuits Should Never Be Filed in FloridaHOA Lawsuits Are Costing Owners Thousands… Here’s the Step Most SkipBefore You Sue Your HOA… Watch This (Florida Law Explained)⸻YouTube DescriptionMany homeowners and HOA board members assume that when a dispute arises, the next step is simple… file a lawsuit.But in Florida, that assumption can cost you thousands of dollars.Under Florida Statute 720.311, most disputes in homeowners associations must go through alternative dispute resolution (ADR) before a lawsuit can even begin. That usually means pre-suit mediation, where both sides attempt to resolve the issue before stepping into a courtroom.If that step is skipped, a case can be delayed, dismissed, or become dramatically more expensive than necessary.In this episode of Condo Craze and HOAs, attorney Eric Glazer breaks down how the law actually works and explains:• When HOA disputes require mediation first• When disputes must go to arbitration instead• When you can go straight to court• Why the Florida Legislature created this system• The costly mistake homeowners and boards make when they skip the required processUnderstanding these rules can save homeowners and associations thousands of dollars in legal fees and prevent disputes from spiraling into unnecessary litigation.If you live in an HOA or serve on a board, this is one of the most important legal procedures to understand before taking action.📺 Condo Craze and HOAs airs live Sundays at 11 AM on YouTube, where Eric Glazer and Karen Curtis break down complex condominium and HOA laws in simple terms and take questions from viewers across Florida.Subscribe for more episodes covering HOA law, condominium issues, board responsibilities, and homeowner rights.⸻📞 Call in live Sunday at 11am – 717-GLAZER8 (717-452-9378)📺 Watch live on YouTube👉 Subscribe for more Condo Craze and HOAs updates!👉 Follow us for critical insights every association owner needs to know.S4E13 | Airing 4-26-26

Something major just changed in the mortgage industry… and most condo owners don’t even know it yet.Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have updated the rules that determine whether buyers can get loans in condominium buildings.Some condos may now qualify for financing again after insurance rules were relaxed.But at the exact same time, lenders are tightening the financial standards associations must meet.On this episode of Condo Craze and HOAs, attorney Eric Glazer breaks down what these new mortgage rules mean for condo owners, buyers, and boards across Florida.If you live in a condo community, this is information you need to understand.Join Condo Craze & HOAs LIVE Sunday at 11AM on YouTube.Bring your questions!📞 Call in live Sunday at 11am – 717-GLAZER8 (717-452-9378)📺 Watch live on YouTube👉 Subscribe for more Condo Craze and HOAs updates!👉 Follow us for critical insights every association owner needs to know.S4E12 | Airing 4-12-26

Thousands of communities across Florida call themselves 55 and over communities.But what if one lawsuit could prove… they legally aren’t?In this episode of Condo Craze and HOAs, Eric Glazer breaks down a real South Florida court case that shook a Tamarac community and revealed a surprising truth about 55+ communities and the Fair Housing Act.If you live in, manage, or serve on the board of a condo or HOA in Florida, this is information you need to understand.Join Condo Craze & HOAs LIVE Sunday at 11AM on YouTube.Bring your questions!📞 Call in live Sunday at 11am – 717-GLAZER8 (717-452-9378)📺 Watch live on YouTube👉 Subscribe for more Condo Craze and HOAs updates!👉 Follow us for critical insights every association owner needs to know.S4E11 | Airing 3-29-26

Florida is the capital of 55 and over communities. But many associations misunderstand what it takes to legally maintain that status. Under federal law, a community must meet strict requirements to qualify as housing for older persons.In this episode of Condo Craze and HOAs, attorney Eric Glazer explains: – The three legal requirements under HOPA– Why the 80% rule matters– The compliance mistake many boards make– The legal risks of enforcing age restrictions incorrectlyIf your association claims to be 55 and over, this is information every board member and homeowner should understand.Join Condo Craze & HOAs LIVE Sunday at 11AM on YouTube.Bring your questions!📞 Call in live Sunday at 11am – 717-GLAZER8 (717-452-9378)📺 Watch live on YouTube👉 Subscribe for more Condo Craze and HOAs updates!👉 Follow us for critical insights every association owner needs to know.S4E10 | Airing 3-22-26

Florida is the capital of 55 and over communities. But many associations misunderstand what it takes to legally maintain that status.Under federal law, a community must meet strict requirements to qualify as housing for older persons.In this episode of Condo Craze and HOAs, attorney Eric Glazer explains:• The three legal requirements under HOPA• Why the 80% rule matters• The compliance mistake many boards make• The legal risks of enforcing age restrictions incorrectlyIf your association claims to be 55 and over, this is information every board member and homeowner should understand.Join us LIVE Sunday at 11am on YouTube. Bring your questions.📞 Call in live Sunday at 11am – 717-GLAZER8 (717-452-9378)📺 Watch live on YouTube👉 Subscribe for more Condo Craze and HOAs updates!👉 Follow us for critical insights every association owner needs to know.S4E9 | Airing 3-15-26

Florida lawmakers are considering HB 657, a bill that would create a formal process allowing homeowners to terminate their HOA.At first glance, that might sound like a dream for frustrated homeowners.But what happens to private roads, stormwater systems, insurance, and shared amenities once an HOA disappears?In this episode of Condo Craze & HOAs, attorney Eric Glazer breaks down the proposed law, how termination would actually work, and why dissolving an HOA may create more problems than it solves.Join us LIVE Sunday at 11am on YouTube. Bring your questions.Contact your state representative here:Email FL House Rep. Porras here: juancarlos.porras@flhouse.govhttps://www.myfloridahouse.gov/Sections/Representatives/myrepresentative.aspxhttps://www.flsenate.gov/Senators📞 Call in live Sunday at 11am – 717-GLAZER8 (717-452-9378)📺 Watch live on YouTube💬 Drop a question in the live YouTube chat👉 Subscribe for more Condo Craze and HOAs updates!👉 Follow us for critical insights every association owner needs to know.S4E8 | Airing 3-8-26

For decades, Florida required mediation before most HOA disputes went to court. It was designed to reduce lawsuits and control legal costs for homeowners.HB 657 could change that.If mediation is removed and disputes start in court, what happens next? More lawyers? More fees? More assessments?We break down the bill, and what this could mean for condo and HOA owners across Florida.Join us LIVE Sunday at 11am on YouTube. Bring your questions.📞 Call in live Sunday at 11am – 717-GLAZER8 (717-452-9378)📺 Watch live on YouTube💬 Drop a question in the live YouTube chat👉 Subscribe for more Condo Craze and HOAs updates!👉 Follow us for critical insights every association owner needs to know.S4E7 | Airing 3-1-26

What if Tallahassee just told your condo or HOA board…you’re no longer allowed to self-manage?Florida's HB 465 and SB 822 could require associations with $500,000+ in annual revenue to hire a licensed community association management firm.No more “we’ve got this.” MANDATORY professional management.Is this smart oversight after years of new regulations…or government overreach?Eric Glazer breaks down:• Who this really affects• What the bills actually say• Whether this reduces liability• And whether licensed always means competent📞 Call in live Sunday at 11am – 717-GLAZER8 (717-452-9378)📺 Watch live on YouTube💬 Drop a question in the live YouTube chat👉 Subscribe for more Condo Craze and HOAs updates!👉 Follow us for critical insights every association owner needs to know.S4E6 | Airing 2-22-26

Most condo and HOA boards don’t lose money on concrete restoration because of bad work. They lose it because of bad decisions.This week on Condo Craze and HOAs, Eric Glazer and Karen Curtis sit down with Mustafa Adeeb of PD Concrete to break down the 3 stages boards rarely understand:• Choosing the right structural engineer• Contractor selection and pre-bid meetings• Change orders and hidden conditionsThen Eric explains what happens legally when boards ignore engineers, delay repairs, or rely on patchwork fixes.If you live in a condo or HOA, this one affects your property value, your assessments, and your liability.📞 Call in live Sunday at 11am – 717-GLAZER8 (717-452-9378)📺 Watch live on YouTube💬 Drop a question in the live YouTube chat👉 Subscribe for more Condo Craze and HOAs updates!👉 Follow us for critical insights every association owner needs to know.S4E5 | Airing 2-15-26