Condo Craze and HOAs Live Shows

In Part Two of Eric's breakdown of House Bill 913, we dive deeper into Rep. Vicki Lopez’s sweeping new condo legislation, which has already passed one House committee and shows no signs of slowing down. This episode focuses on key elements of the bill, including mandatory quarterly board meetings, the ability for associations to secure a line of credit, and new rules for pooling reserves.What does this mean for condo associations and owners? Watch to find out!📞 Call us live at 717-GLAZER8 (717-452-9378) or leave your questions in the chat. Don’t miss this important discussion!#CondoLaw #HB913 #FloridaCondos #CondoBoard #ReserveFunds #VickiLopez #CondoLife

Florida’s condo laws are changing, and House Bill 913 is at the center of it all. In this first episode of our three-part series, Eric and Karen break down what these new rules mean for condo owners and associations:🔹 Insurance Changes – Condo associations must comply with inspection requirements, or owners may lose coverage from Citizens Insurance.🔹 Special Assessments & Loans – Boards can now approve special assessments and take out loans for critical repairs without owner approval.🔹 New Transparency Rules – Associations must post meeting minutes from the past seven years on their websites.Join us this Sunday to learn how these changes could affect your condo!📞 Call us live at 717-GLAZER8 (717-452-9378) or leave your questions in the chat. Don’t miss this important discussion!

Last week, we planned to talk about important laws when selling your condominium, but breaking news caught the Florida condo world’s attention, and we had to pivot!This week, we’re back to discussing how Florida law says full disclosure is a must! From financial reports to inspection summaries, sellers are required to provide a comprehensive set of documents to potential buyers—or risk legal trouble.In the next episode of Condo Craze and HOAs, Eric, and Karen will dive into Florida Statute 718.503 and break down exactly what you need to disclose before closing the deal.Plus, many Florida condominiums missed the December 31st deadline for their Structural Integrity Reserve Study—so what happens now?Tune in this Sunday as they break it all down on Condo Craze and HOAs! 📞 Call us live at 717-GLAZER8 (717-452-9378) or leave your questions in the chat. Don’t miss this important discussion!

In this episode, we delve into the escalating crisis facing Florida’s condominium market. The recent @nypost article, “Inside Florida’s Brewing Condo Crisis as Property Values Drop in Once-Coveted Retirement Haven,” highlights the financial strain on condo owners due to mandatory structural repairs and soaring special assessments. Simultaneously, the @MiamiHerald has scrutinized Florida’s post-Surfside legislation, noting that while it aims to enhance building safety, it has inadvertently led to increased fees and potential foreclosures for condo owners, while benefiting developers.Join us as we unpack these developments!S3E70:00 Start3:57 NY Post and Miami Herald article discussionSources: https://nypost.com/2025/03/01/real-estate/inside-floridas-brewing-condo-crisis/https://www.miamiherald.com/news/politics-government/state-politics/article301170789.html

For over a decade, I’ve fought to make education mandatory for condo and HOA board members. After the Surfside tragedy, Florida finally made it law. Some said it would discourage people from serving. They couldn’t have been more wrong. This week, nearly 400 board members packed our classes in West Palm Beach and Tampa—standing room only! Board members aren’t looking for the easy way out. They’re stepping up, eager to learn and make their communities better.Tune in this Sunday as we break it all down on Condo Craze and HOAs! 📞 Call us live at 717-GLAZER8 (717-452-9378) or leave your questions in the chat. Don’t miss this important discussion!S3E6

If you live in a Florida condominium three stories or higher, your association was required to complete a Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS) by December 31, 2024. But what exactly goes into this study, and why is it so important? Are these changes good for condo owners, or are they too much to handle? Let’s discuss!🔔 Subscribe for more updates on condo law, association news, and safety tips.

In this highlight from our latest episode, we break down the key components of a Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS) and why it’s critical for Florida condo owners.We apologize for the technical difficulties during the live broadcast, but we hope this preserved segment helps educate everyone on the importance of mandatory inspections, repairs, and reserve funding under the new condo laws.Let us know your thoughts in the comments, and don’t forget to subscribe for more updates on Florida condo laws! 🔔SEE YOU ON YOUTUBE AGAIN FEBRUARY 16!

Florida’s HOAs could soon face oversight from the DBPR with the introduction of new bills HB 137 and SB 120. Eric and Karen dive into the details of these proposed changes, including the creation of an HOA Ombudsman, election monitoring, and dispute resolution. Could this bring long-awaited fairness and accountability to HOAs? Share your thoughts in the chat or call us live at 717-GLAZER8.S3E4

Whether you’re excited about tomorrow’s Presidential Inauguration or not, one thing is certain—it will happen. But what about our community associations? Can we count on the same consistency? Join Eric and Karen as they explore the often chaotic turnover of power in Florida condos and HOAs.S3E3

Los Angeles’ recent tragedy highlights the importance of fire safety in residential buildings. In this episode of Condo Craze and HOAs, Eric and Karen break down Florida’s fire safety regulations for high-rise condominiums. We’ll also explain what an ELSS entails—components like smoke detection, partial sprinkler systems, and fire doors—and clarify that even condos that previously waived the fire sprinkler requirement must now comply.With rising insurance rates, costly inspections, and repairs, this regulation is another financial hurdle for condo owners—but safety is non-negotiable.📞 Call us live at 717-GLAZER8 (717-452-9378) or leave your questions in the chat. Don’t miss this important discussion!🔔 Subscribe for more updates on condo law, association news, and safety tips.S3E2#FireSafety #CondoLiving #FloridaLaw