HOWELL — Two Howell-area families displaced by an April condo fire have received support from the community for the past month, including donations of money and clothes. That support was evident Saturday during a fundraiser to help the families get re-established. The Howell Eagles Club hosted a dinner and fundraiser Saturday, May 18, for families […]
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New Ililani condo tower in Kakaako opens after years of setbacks
May 18—1/3 Swipe or click to see more CRAIG T. KOJIMA / CKOJIMA@STARADVERTISER.COM State Sen. Sharon Moriwaki enjoyed the view from the 13th floor of the Ililani in Kakaako. 2/3 Swipe or click to see more CRAIG T. KOJIMA / CKOJIMA@STARADVERTISER.COM Many attended Friday’s grand opening to see the primarily midpriced condo tower. 3/3 Swipe […]
Do we have any volunteers? South Florida condo associations struggle to find directors
The recent changes to Florida’s Condominium Act aimed at bolstering the structural elements of aging buildings are leading to increases in monthly dues for many communities, which in turn is causing a ripple effect on the willingness of owners to volunteer to serve on their association’s board of directors. Raising association budgets and implementing special […]
Young Florida condo owner fears she’ll lose her home after ‘exorbitant’ HOA fee hike
‘Need desperate help’: Young Florida condo owner fears she’ll lose her home after ‘exorbitant’ HOA fee hike A young Florida woman is afraid she’s going to have to sell her home after her cash-strapped condo association proposed a one-off fee for unit owners of up to $22,000 to fill its reserve coffers. Orlando-based Britney Brawdy, […]
1 dead in Warren condo fire
A man is dead after a fire at a Warren condominium complex Saturday afternoon, Warren officials said. The fire occurred at the 8000 block of Willow Court in the Bear Creek Condominium complex in Warren, with firefighters dispatched to the scene around 1:32 p.m. Saturday, the Warren Fire Department said in a press release. Firefighters […]
Recent court ruling threatens property rights of 2.5 million Florida condo owners
More than 2.5 million Floridians enjoy the benefits of a condominium lifestyle. Multi-story towers allow residents to live close to beautiful views, their workplaces, their families, and/or fun recreational activities. However, owning a condominium unit also comes with a significant financial obligation. It is not just the cost of purchasing a unit, but investments must […]
Video captures 2 people breaking into Denver condo mailboxes
DENVER (KDVR) — On April 26, video captured two people breaking into mailboxes at Beaumont Place condominiums. Now, people living in the area are hoping someone might recognize them. The video clearly shows a large white vehicle with Texas plates pulling up to the mailboxes. A woman with pink hair and a black sweatshirt gets […]
F1’s Charles Leclerc Snaps Up a Condo at One of South Florida’s Ritziest New Towers
Though it’s not even set to make its debut for at least three more years, Two Roads Development’s glassy prism-shaped residential tower in Miami’s trendy Edgewater neighborhood has already snagged a hot new resident. According to Miami Real Investment, 26-year-old Formula 1 racer Charles Leclerc has officially picked up a waterfront “Signature Residence” at Edition […]
Orlando condo association proposes special assessment of up to $22,105 per owner
ORLANDO, Fla. – A condominium association in Orlando is proposing a special assessment of up to $22,105 for each owner as part of an effort to fund its reserves as required by state law, and it would be due by the end of July. Residents of the Regency Gardens Condominiums on Rosebriar Way learned of […]
Condo board asks residents to pay more than $20,000 in special assessment fees
Some Orlando condo owners say they may soon be priced out of the homes they’ve lived in for years. ▶ WATCH CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS Owners at the Regency Gardens Condominiums got notices saying their board plans to pass a special assessment on May 15th. According to the notice, the smallest homes in the condo […]
‘$28,000 For A 2,100-Square-Foot Condo. Are You Kidding Me?’
Suze Orman Decided To Drop Homeowners Insurance After An Outrageous Quote: ‘$28,000 For A 2,100-Square-Foot Condo. Are You Kidding Me?’ Finance expert Suze Orman has voiced concerns about the impact of climate change on property insurance costs, asserting it could threaten the American dream of homeownership. Orman, 72, faced a $28,000 annual insurance quote for […]