In his latest newsletter, Marty Kiar, Property Appraiser, provides an easy to print proof of your Homestead Exemption status. This proof is good to have for your records, and if your mortgage or insurance company requests homestead verification, this is the proof you can provide. Click here to read the full newsletter from Marty Kiar.
Read StoryCommissioner Lamar Fisher provides many county updates in his latest newsletter. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently advised that they are updating their Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) for Broward County, which will become effective July 31, 2024. These FIRMs are used by FEMA, flood insurance agents and mortgage lenders to determine flood insurance […]
Read StoryIn his latest newsletter, Rep Chip LaMarca provides an overview of the legislative session that concluded on March 8, 2024. In his newsletter, he states that the 2024 Legislative session has concluded, and “I successfully secured many of my legislative priorities and helped pass legislation that will make Florida a more affordable and better place […]
Read StoryMost community association attorneys have been scolded by unit owners more than once when an owner claims “I pay your bills, you work for me!.” The association’s legal counsel represents the corporate entity and answers to the board of directors, not the unit owners. In a recent appellate court decision from the Florida Third District […]
Read StoryThree legal opinions from Poliakoff Backer law firm provide important updated information for association in their operations. The three issues deal with: #1 – Court Invalidates Amendment Reducing Vote Requirement #2 – Court Holds that Code Enforcement Liens Do Not Bind Condominium Units or Common Elements #3 – Federal Corporate Transparency Act RULED UNCONSTITUTIONAL — […]
Read StoryThe Florida State Legislature adjourned its 60-day session on March 8, 2024. Becker’s state lobbying report states that 1,957 Bills and Proposed Committee Bills (PCBs)filed; 2,196 Amendments filed, 3,051 Votes taken, and 324 Bills passed both chambers. Click here for the final state legislative chart showing the final status of all bills.
Read StoryCommissioner Lamar Fisher provides many county updates in his latest newsletter. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently advised that they are updating their Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) for Broward County, which will become effective July 31, 2024. These FIRMs are used by FEMA, flood insurance agents and mortgage lenders to determine flood insurance […]
Read StoryCommissioner John Herbst shared with us good information about the expansion of the Circuit Service that many of us use. Once the contract is finalized, it will be expanded to Coral Ridge Mall. See the map with regard to the expansion area. Click here to see the map and read the full story.
Read StoryFort Lauderdale City Commissioner John Herbst discusses three key issues in his latest newsletter. The three topics present challenges and opportunities to District 1 and to the city as a whole. from parks to trains, The recent closure of the Dottie Mancini Park has been a major concern for many that utilize the space for […]
Read StoryIn his latest newsletter, Marty Kiar, Property Appraiser, provides an easy to print proof of your Homestead Exemption status. This proof is good to have for your records, and if your mortgage or insurance company requests homestead verification, this is the proof you can provide. Click here to read the full newsletter from Marty Kiar.
Read StoryIn his latest newsletter, Property Appraiser Marty Kiar explains how to qualify for the 2024 Limited-Income Senior Exemption. If you are not required to file an income tax return based on your age and income, you would qualify for this exemption. He also explains that it is not too late to file for the 2024 […]
Read StoryOur County Commissioner, Lamar Fisher, provides a comprehensive update on Broward County issues in his latest newsletter. The Broward Heart Project is an initiative funded by the Broward County Commission that encourages Broward residents to see if they are eligible for this free non-invasive test. Some prerequisites include being 45 to 70 years old with […]
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Established 1926 Today, the Galt Ocean Mile is lined with high-rise condominiums, a remarkable concentration of luxury dwellings valued at hundreds of millions of dollars. But more than a half century ago, it was far from a prime property. The politicians that ran the city in those days, during the days of racial discrimination, considered […]
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