FL law says max HOA fine is $1,000 unless defined by HOA. HOA say max per law. Can I assume $1,000 max? House paint issue

Actually that depends on the governing docs for the HOA. They can likely fine you AND force you to repaint. Associations have a lot of power...

What can I do if I just found out 8/19 that the rental home I live in and pay monthly for is selling @ auction on 8/25/14?

A bankruptcy will stop the auction this time, but that isn't a long term solution. If you have a lease that extends past the sale date, you may...

If we share 50/50 custody and father just got a DWI with hit and run what is the odds of the mother getting sole custody of kids

You need to request a modification of timesharing and parental responsibility. To have it granted, you must prove that there has been a...

Is there a five year rule in FL that states if a couple us separating forfive years a didivorce can jyst be granted?

There is no such law. You must petition for a dissolution if marriage and have a final judgment entered.

Payment is a complete defense to an eviction for nonpayment. If you can prove these facts, you have a strong case. As a prevailing party in a...

Can I get more time with my kids?

To modify timesharing, the petitioning parent must prove substantial change in circumstances and best interests of the minor child. Without...

If the HOA treasurer resign, can they be hired by the board as a private contractor to perform clerical duties for the board

The board should have authority to hire unless there is some type of provision prohibiting this in the declaration or by-laws. Absent such a...

My father's wife is filing for divorce ?

Please have your dad get a consultation with a family law attorney. He has rights he needs to be advised about, especially BEFORE he signs...

Have a conference with a judge and lender's attorneys in the morning. Found out the lender is really not the true lender

A lender who is "not the true lender" likely has no authority to settle. You should inquire as to their authority to settle or proof of ownership...

Purchasing a Fannie Mae property, as is contract stipulate that seller will pay for HOA condominium estoppel fees an addendum

Possibly. If the contract contains both provisions, there is a contradiction and conflict of provisions within the contract. If you thought one...