FLORIDA CONDO LIVING PART 1 - INTRODUCTION

Condominium living offers many benefits that appeal to an increasing number of individuals and families. The benefits of this form of home ownership include an opportunity to control living expenses, building costs, maintenance expenses and provide unit owners with an opportunity to enjoy commonly owned recreation and other facilities that might otherwise be unaffordable.

Condominium ownership is a concept that has existed in Florida since 1963. Condominium purchasers and owners are often not familiar with the complex legal requirements. This 6 part series is intended to acquaint unit owners and prospective buyers with the basic concepts of condominium ownership. It is not to be construed as legal advice. For specific issues related to your particular community it is best to refer to your governing documents and Chapter 718, The Florida Condo Act. Below are the subjects which are being presented in this series.

PART 1 INTRODUCTION
PART 2 GLOSSARY OF CONDOMINIUM TERMS
PART 3 CONDOMINIUM OWNERSHIP & OPERATION
PART 4 RESTRICTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
PART 5 PROTECTIONS FOR UNIT OWNERS
PART 6 THE FLORIDA DBPR ROLE

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The Condo Communicator