Episodes
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Can Your Condo Board Ban Your Dog?
Your condo declaration allows pets. Then the board passes a new rule—and suddenly, your dog has to go. Can they actually do that? Eric Glazer breaks down real pet disputes to explain where a board’s authority begins—and where it may end. 📞 Call in live Sunday at 11am – 717-GLAZER8 (717-452-9378)...
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How to Communicate Legally as a Florida Condo or HOA Board
Board emails, phone calls and private conversations… where’s the legal line? Eric Glazer and Karen Curtis explain how Florida condo and HOA boards can communicate, when decisions require a meeting and what can stay confidential with the association’s attorney. Join Condo Craze & HOAs LIVE Sunday…
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He Owed His HOA $977… Then He Lost His Home
A homeowner fell behind on his HOA assessments. The starting balance was less than $1,000. Then came collection costs, attorney fees, a judgment and eventually a foreclosure sale. He lost ownership of his home. But the viral headline leaves out an important part of the story. This Sunday on Condo...
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Your Condo Could Kill Your Mortgage + $50M Condo Holdout + HOA Surveillance
Can your buyer qualify for a mortgage… but your condominium building NOT qualify? This Sunday on Condo Craze & HOAs, Eric Glazer and Karen Curtis break down three Florida stories every condo owner, HOA member and board member should know about: THE $50 MILLION CONDO HOLDOUT Ten remaining owners…
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Can Your Condo or HOA Ban Political Signs This Election? Here’s What Florida Law Says
Election season is here, and political signs are starting to appear in yards, windows and balconies. But if you live in a Florida condominium or HOA, does the First Amendment protect your right to display one? Not necessarily. In this Condo Craze & HOAs segment, attorney Eric Glazer explains why...
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Inside Florida’s Hidden Plumbing Crisis: What Condo Owners Must Know
You don’t have to see a problem for it to destroy your building. Behind the walls of nearly every condominium is a system that quietly ages every single day. Most owners never think about it. Many boards never inspect it. Yet when it fails, the result can be special assessments, insurance claims,...
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Can They Fine You If You Fix It First? (Airing 8/9/26)
5 years after the collapse of Champlain Towers South, the federal government’s final investigation has changed our understanding of what happened. Your association wants your money. Do not hand it over just yet. A recent Florida law created a sharp divide between condo owners and HOA owners. One...
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Fines without notice and a hearing...Can They Legally Do That? (Airing 8/2/26)
Your Florida condo or HOA board says you owe a fine. The board voted, the letter arrived, and the deadline is approaching. But was the fine actually imposed through the required legal process? In the episode of a new segment called, “Can They Legally Do That?”, Eric explains: • The difference...
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Why Does Florida Protect Condo Owners…But Not HOA Owners? (Airing 7/19/26)
Why can condominium owners file complaints with the State of Florida, while homeowners living in an HOA often have no state agency to turn to? In this episode of Condo Craze & HOAs, Eric Glazer explains one of the biggest misconceptions in Florida community association law. Although condos and…
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Could the Surfside Collapse Have Been Prevented? What NIST Just Revealed (Airing 6/28/26)
5 years after the collapse of Champlain Towers South, the federal government’s final investigation has changed our understanding of what happened. According to NIST, the building’s collapse didn’t begin in a matter of seconds. It had been progressing for nearly three weeks. In this special…
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Maybe Email Is Destroying Your Community (Airing 6/21/26)
Everyone talks about rising insurance costs, special assessments, and reserve requirements… But what if one of the biggest threats to your condo or HOA is sitting in your inbox? This week on Condo Craze and HOAs, attorney Eric Glazer and Karen Curtis explore how emails, texts, and “Reply All”...
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Have Condos and HOAs Become Too Complicated to Self-Manage? (Airing 6/14/26)
This week on Condo Craze & HOAs, Eric Glazer sits down with Santiago Martin Grossy, Director of Association Operations at Affinity Management Services, to tackle a controversial question: Have community associations become too complicated to self-manage? Today’s boards are dealing with reserve...
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Your Condo Board Is Guessing With Millions
Florida condos are entering a completely different era. Insurance costs are exploding…Special assessments are crushing owners. Construction projects are delayed, over budget, and in many cases…completely out of control. But here’s the real problem… Volunteer condo boards are being forced to…
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The Biggest Lie in Condos: We’ll Keep Assessments Low (Airing 5/24/26)
For decades… condo owners were told the same thing: “Don’t worry. We’ll keep fees low.” People believed it. But what if those low fees were never the real price? This Sunday at 11AM, Eric Glazer breaks down the biggest lie in condo living…and why thousands of Florida owners are now getting hit…
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Florida Condos Are Getting Busted for Document Dumps (Airing 5/17/26)
A condo owner asked for records. The association responded with Dropbox links, banker boxes, binders, filing cabinets and thousands of pages of documents. Sounds compliant, right? This week on Condo Craze and HOAs, attorney Eric Glazer breaks down the shocking Florida condo records cases where...
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What They Don’t Tell You About Condos, HOAs, the Cost of Community Living (Airing 5/10/26)
Most condo owners think they understand how community living works… Until something goes wrong. In this special episode of Condo Craze and HOAs, attorney Eric Glazer officially debuts his new book: “What the Hell Did I Just Buy?” After more than 30 years practicing condominium and HOA law in...
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Before You Sue Your Condo…Watch This (Florida Law Explained) - Airing 5/3/26)
Most condo owners think they can just sue their association. Not so fast. Florida law actually starts from a different assumption, that owners are already at a disadvantage. In this episode of Condo Craze and HOAs, attorney Eric Glazer and co-host Karen Curtis Florida Statute 718.1255, why…
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Before You Sue Your HOA… Watch This (Florida Law Explained) - Airing 4/26/26)
Many homeowners and HOA board members assume that when a dispute arises, the next step is simple… file a lawsuit. But in Florida, that assumption can cost you thousands of dollars. Under Florida Statute 720.311, most disputes in homeowners associations must go through alternative dispute…
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Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac – The Condo Financing Shakeup (Airing 4/12/26)
Something major just changed in the mortgage industry… and most condo owners don’t even know it yet. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have updated the rules that determine whether buyers can get loans in condominium buildings. Some condos may now qualify for financing again after insurance rules were...
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55+ Communities: The Case That Changed Everything (Airing 3/29/26)
Thousands of communities across Florida call themselves 55 and over communities. But what if one lawsuit could prove… they legally aren’t? In this episode of Condo Craze and HOAs, Eric Glazer breaks down a real South Florida court case that shook a Tamarac community and revealed a surprising…
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Is Your 55+ Community Actually Legal? (Airing 3-22-26)
Florida is the capital of 55 and over communities. But many associations misunderstand what it takes to legally maintain that status. Under federal law, a community must meet strict requirements to qualify as housing for older persons. In this episode of Condo Craze and HOAs, attorney Eric Glazer...
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Is Your 55+ Community Actually Legal? (Airing 3-15-26)
Florida is the capital of 55 and over communities. But many associations misunderstand what it takes to legally maintain that status. Under federal law, a community must meet strict requirements to qualify as housing for older persons. In this episode of Condo Craze and HOAs, attorney Eric Glazer...
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Terminate Your HOA? The Hidden Risk in HB 657 (Airing 3-8-26)
Florida lawmakers are considering HB 657, a bill that would create a formal process allowing homeowners to terminate their HOA. At first glance, that might sound like a dream for frustrated homeowners. But what happens to private roads, stormwater systems, insurance, and shared amenities once an...
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HB 657: The End of HOA Mediation? What This Means for Your Wallet (Airing 3-1-26)
For decades, Florida required mediation before most HOA disputes went to court. It was designed to reduce lawsuits and control legal costs for homeowners. HB 657 could change that. If mediation is removed and disputes start in court, what happens next? More lawyers? More fees? More assessments?…
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Mandatory Management? HB 465 & SB 822 Can Change Everything (Airing 2-22-26)
What if Tallahassee just told your condo or HOA board…you’re no longer allowed to self-manage? Florida's HB 465 and SB 822 could require associations with $500,000+ in annual revenue to hire a licensed community association management firm. No more “we’ve got this.” MANDATORY professional...
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How Concrete Problems Turn Into Nightmares (Airing 2-15-26)
Most condo and HOA boards don’t lose money on concrete restoration because of bad work. They lose it because of bad decisions. This week on Condo Craze and HOAs, Eric Glazer and Karen Curtis sit down with Mustafa Adeeb of PD Concrete to break down the 3 stages boards rarely understand: • Choosing...
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Can Condo Boards Throw Out Your Vote? (Airing 2-1-26)
This week on Condo Craze and HOAs, Eric Glazer walks through a real condo election case he personally handled, where dozens of ballots were tossed. Can boards reject ballots over signatures, envelopes, or who dropped them off? What feels like a “small technicality” might actually void the entire...
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5 Condo and HOA Board Resolutions That Actually Prevent Lawsuits
Every January, condo and HOA boards promise this will be the year things run better. Better budgets. Better meetings. Fewer angry owners. Fewer lawyers. And every year… the same mistakes show up right on schedule. In this episode of Condo Craze and HOAs, we break down 5 New Year resolutions that...
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5 Condo Board Resolutions That Actually Prevent Lawsuits
Every January, condo and HOA boards promise this will be the year things run better. Better budgets. Better meetings. Fewer angry owners. Fewer lawyers. And every year… the same mistakes show up right on schedule. In this episode of Condo Craze and HOAs, we break down 5 New Year resolutions that...
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Can Condo and HOA Boards Silence Owners Until After the Vote?
A Florida arbitrator just dropped a ruling that changes how condo and HOA board meetings should work, especially when owners are allowed to speak. Most boards do it one way. The law may require the opposite. On this episode of Condo Craze and HOAs, Eric Glazer and Karen Curtis break down the…
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The End of Another Year (Season Finale)
2025 didn’t slow down for condos. Assessments, insurance, manager workloads, voting changes, term limits…It’s been a lot. On our season finale of Condo Craze and HOAs, we break down the biggest changes of the year and try to have a few laughs along the way. Join us Sunday at 11am for our final...
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South Florida Condo Fees Are Out of Control…Here’s Why Your Bill Keeps Climbing
Condo fees across South Florida are hitting record highs, and for many owners, affordability is slipping out of reach. This week on Condo Craze and HOAs, Eric Glazer and Karen Curtis breaks down what’s really behind the surge. We also look at the long-term impact on property values and the rise…
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Why Condo Projects Turn Into Nightmares…And How Boards Can Stop the Spiral
Boards dream of the same thing… a major project that doesn’t torch the budget, derail the schedule, or trigger a full community meltdown. The question is, is that dream actually real or just a fantasy? This Sunday at 11am, we sit down with Owner’s Rep Sam Hodge of HCMC (http://hodgecmc.com) to...
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What Owners Don’t See
Most condo and HOA owners have no idea what their board really deals with behind the scenes. Budget battles, emergency repairs, late-night emails, vendor fights, legal responsibilities, fiduciary duties, milestone inspections, reserves, DBPR heat… it’s a lot. This week, Eric and Karen break down...
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Understanding Florida’s Evolving Condo Insurance Market with guest Gregory Waltz of Assured Partners
This week on Condo Craze and HOAs, Eric and Karen sit down with Gregory Waltz, Vice President at Assured Partners, to unpack Florida’s rapidly changing insurance landscape. From what condo associations should expect at renewal, to the arrival of new carriers, and the ongoing Citizens depopulation...
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Can Florida Condos Still Waive Reserves? (Airing 11/2/25)
It’s budget time again, and condo boards across Florida are asking the same question: can we still waive reserves? The answer might surprise you. In Episode 33 of Condo Craze & HOAs, Eric Glazer tackles one of the most confusing issues facing condo owners heading into 2026. What the law says —…
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🎃 Halloween in Your Condo or HOA – Which Costume Fits Your Board? (Airing 10/26/25)
This Sunday at 11AM, Condo Craze and HOAs takes a lighter look at life in your community! Join Eric and Karen as they match Halloween costumes to the characters in your condo or HOA. 📺 Watch live Sunday at 11AM, call in with questions 📞 Call in: 717-GLAZER8 (717-452-9378) 💬 Drop a question in...
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So when can the board have a closed-door meeting? (Airing 10/19/25)
Florida law is clear...condo and HOA boards must hold open meetings when discussing association business. But there are rare exceptions when a board can legally meet in private. In this episode, Eric Glazer breaks down exactly when a closed-door meeting is allowed under Florida Statutes 718 and...
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Florida’s New Condo Budget Rule Explained: Why Some Boards Must Prepare 2 Budgets (Airing 10/12/25)
First small condos… then large condos… now every Florida condo might face the biggest budgeting nightmare yet. Eric and Karen break down a brand-new law requiring some associations to prepare two separate budgets — one regular and one stripped of all “discretionary” expenses. Watch and find out...
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Budgeting in a LARGE Condo? It’s Not So Simple Anymore… (Airing 9/28/25)
Think doing the condo budget was tough before? For large condominiums (3+ stories), things are about to get a lot more complicated. In this week’s episode, Attorney Eric Glazer and co-host Karen Curtis break down what qualifies as a “large condo”, why it matters, and how mandatory SIRS reserves…
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Budgeting in Small Condos? It’s Not So Simple Anymore… (Airing 9/21/25)
Budget season is here—but if you live in a condo building under 3 stories, don’t assume things are as easy as they used to be. In this episode, we break down why creating a budget for small condominiums in Florida is now a legal and financial tightrope. From mandatory reserve requirements to...
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Florida’s New Roof Laws Explained w/ Guest Anthony W. Da Fonseca of Best Roofing (Airing 9/14/25)
Your condo roof is no longer just “maintenance”...it’s now a legal and financial priority under Florida’s new condo laws. In Episode 27 of Condo Craze & HOAs, attorney Eric Glazer and co-host Karen Curtis are joined by Special Guest Anthony W. Da Fonseca of Best Roofing to break it all down. We...
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Florida’s New Roof Laws Explained w/ Guest Anthony W. Da Fonseca of Best Roofing (Airing 9/7/25)
Your condo roof is no longer just “maintenance”...it’s now a legal and financial priority under Florida’s new condo laws. In Episode 26 of Condo Craze & HOAs, attorney Eric Glazer and co-host Karen Curtis are joined by Special Guest Anthony W. Da Fonseca of Best Roofing to break it all down. We...
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Who’s Guarding the Cookie Jar? Protecting Condo & HOA Reserve Funds (Airing 8-24-25)
Condo owners are being asked to pay millions into reserves and milestone repairs—but what guarantees exist that the money will be safe? Eric and Karen break down the Florida law requiring insurance and fidelity bonds to protect condo, HOA and co-op association funds, why board members and…
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New Law Lets Florida Condos Borrow for Reserves...and It’s a Disaster in the Making
A year ago, Florida ended decades of waived condo reserves, requiring owners to save for critical repairs. But now a new law lets associations borrow yearly to fund reserves, creating a cycle of debt that could force owners into foreclosure. Eric and Karen break down the consequences, share what...
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New Law Lets Florida Condos Borrow for Reserves...and It’s a Disaster in the Making
A year ago, Florida ended decades of waived condo reserves, requiring owners to save for critical repairs. But now a new law lets associations borrow yearly to fund reserves, creating a cycle of debt that could force owners into foreclosure. Eric and Karen break down the consequences, share what...
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Maybe there is some help coming our way in Florida
Florida condo owners and homeowners are getting slammed from every direction—mandatory inspections, repairs, reserves, and skyrocketing insurance costs. But maybe… just maybe… there’s a glimmer of hope. In this episode of Condo Craze & HOAs, Eric Glazer breaks down Senator Rick Scott’s new...
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Cops Are Moving to Florida — Here’s Why That’s Good for Your Condo Community
Florida is fast becoming the top destination for law enforcement officers across the country—and that could be a big win for your condo or HOA community. This week on Condo Craze and HOAs, Eric and Karen explore why over 1,200 officers from out of state have relocated to Florida in just the past...
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Even More New Yorkers May Be On Their Way to Florida
Eric is back from an epic adventure across Iceland, Greenland, Nova Scotia, and NYC — and he’s bringing stories and sizzling real estate insights with him. From snowmobiling on glaciers to standing in a land with 60,000 people and zero Starbucks, it was the trip of a lifetime. But the return to...
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[Re-airing] How are Florida’s new laws impacting your condo and its roof? (Aired 12/15/24)
We’re reairing one of our most valuable episodes—a full breakdown of Florida’s evolving roofing laws, inspections, insurance hurdles, and funding programs—featuring expert insight from Zachary Towers of Best Roofing. If you missed it the first time or want a refresher, now’s your chance to watch…
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