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Reserve fund requirements for Canadian condominiums and stratas

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Not only is it easy to get to, but condominium units were plentiful and very affordable. While there are some exceptions to reserve fund requirements, most condominiums are required to have studies completed by a professional at least once every 5 years. Florida has historically been considered an ideal state to purchase a winter home.

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New Florida laws for summer 2025: Is your condo impacted?

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Although summer is a great time for a bit of rest and relaxation, Florida condominiums have some work ahead of them. Note that this bill is directed at condominium and cooperative associations. House Bill 913 , also known as the 2025 Reform Bill, came into effect July 1. The location must be provided in the association’s bylaws.

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New 2025 condo and HOA laws for U.S. states

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Amendments were made in 2024, requiring condominiums with 25 or more units to have a website. HB 1203 makes it clear that HOAs need a website, just like condominium communities. Mandatory reserve fund requirements This news should not come as a surprise to any Florida condominium community. Recent U.S.

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Bill 30 could make condo living easier in Alberta

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Alberta has tabled legislation that aims to improve governance in condominium communities. Bill 30 , the Service Alberta Statutes Amendment Act, 2024, would impact three different Acts: Condominium Property Act Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act (PPCLA) Public Works Act (PWA) Developers and contractors would also benefit from this Act.

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How a condo/HOA attorney might navigate new Florida laws

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Amendments were made in 2024, so now small condominiums with 25 or more units must also have a website. Finally, 1 year after completing the 4-hour course, and each year thereafter, the director must complete at least 1 hour of continued education about recent changes to the condominium laws and rules during the past year.

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An introduction to exterior condo safety inspections

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Condominiums are sometimes praised for their inventive designs. However, structural integrity, an equally attractive trait, probably doesnt get enough attention from condominium communities. If this happens, the entire condominium could be at risk of collapsing. What does the inspection cover?

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Email policies for condos and HOAs

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Download our free email policy In order to ensure email correspondence remains productive and useful, condominiums and HOAs should have an email or electronic communications policy in place. Can you imagine a board member trying to sift through and respond to 200 handwritten letters or notes each day?