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Check out this CBS Miami Article featuring Ari Pregen from The Pregen Firm
https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/elderly-couple-faces-366000-in-fines-over-duplex-code-violations-in-lauderdale-lakes/ An elderly...
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May 142 min read


Code Enforcement: When Revenue Trumps Equality
https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/miami-gardens-homeowners-push-back-against-citys-swale-maintenance-fines/ Local Code Enforcement...
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Apr 152 min read


Partition: Is Anyone Entitled to a Credit for the Down Payment When Unmarried People Partition Their Home?
Millennials are the largest group of home buyers in 2024, making up nearly 38% of the market. At the same time, less than half of those...
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Dec 4, 20242 min read


Code Enforcement Defense Basics
As a Florida property owner, you must know you are legally responsible for making sure that your property and use thereof comply with...
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Oct 21, 20242 min read


Foreclosing a Claim of Lien in Florida: What You Need to Know
Why would someone foreclose on a claim of lien? Simply put, to secure payment. Once you've realized the property owner isn't going to...
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Sep 10, 20244 min read


One Size Does Not Fit all Code Violations: How Do I Reduce the Fines/Liens Against My Property?
As we've discussed before, Code Compliance departments in Florida can impose fines and can also cause a lien to be placed against your...
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Sep 3, 20243 min read


Out with the old and in with the new: New rules for real estate commissions
Background: A class action lawsuit was filed against the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and four real estate brokerage firms....
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Aug 21, 20244 min read


Navigating HOA Disputes: A Legal Guide for Homeowners in Uncharted Territory
Homeownership is a dream for many individuals, offering a sense of stability and security. However, when you become a part of a...
ari2087
Aug 12, 20242 min read


A Fowl Affair: One HOA's persecution of the elderly
Ever feed the ducks before? Maybe in a park? On your street? Or just randomly waddling around? Well you better not; especially if you’re...
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Aug 8, 20243 min read


Conditions precedent in mortgage foreclosure: what are they and why should I care?
First of all, what is foreclosure? Legally, it’s the enforcement of a mortgage lien by judicial sale of the property. A mortgage lien is...
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Aug 1, 20246 min read


I got a Notice of Code Violation-What do I do now?
First, do not take it lightly and do not sit back and do nothing. Whether the violation you are being accused of is a serious building...
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Jul 16, 20243 min read
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