Associa Gulf Coast and Derrick Maginness co-hosted a board cert course at the Sarasota Yacht Club in July. Associa Gulf is the industry leader in property management for community associations and proudly serve nearly five million homeowners every day. With a wide array of programs and services ready to fit the specific needs of any HOA. The HOA/Condo Board Certification …
What you need to know about aging buildings and foundations
The recent tragedy in Surfside has left Associations concerned about structural integrity of their buildings in Florida. On July 1st Joseph M. Herbert from our Trial Practice and Dispute Resolution Group was a panelist for the Community Association Network Group to discuss what assocations need to know about aging buildings and foundations in Florida. Surfside condo collapse could lead to …
Don’t make these common mistakes that real estate investors often make
Investing in real estate is an ever increasing popular way to make money. Owning property is often less risky than owning stocks, and there are also tax benefits and additional advantages. That being said, real estate investing is not risk free and understanding some of the common mistakes that investors make may help others make more of a profit quicker. …
Derrick Maginness discusses Renters Rights at the Sarasota Community Association Network
Every community deals with renters who break the association’s rules and regulations. While the association’s governing documents may allow it to take certain actions against those tenants, the Florida Statutes provide for remedies as well. Derrick Maginness joined the Sarasota Community Association Network for a discussion on Renters Rights, Applications and Background Checks at the event at the Sarasota Yacht …
How to Officially Become a Florida Resident
With no state income or inheritance/estate tax, Florida is becoming a preferred destination for more than 330,000 individuals annually.If you are thinking about or have just made the move follow these steps to confirm and establish your legal domicile in Florida. We are often asked how to become a Florida resident, or how to maintain that residency. This decision can …
Peter Skokos joins the board of the Sarasota Military Academy
Norton Hammersley partner Peter Z. Skokos has been named as a board member for the Sarasota Military Academy in 2021. Peter will enhance the governance, diversity and leadership of Sarasota Military Academy and add new ideas to the organization. Founded in 2002, Sarasota Military Academy (SMA) is a nonprofit, tuition-free, public charter school with two unique campuses offering Quality Academics, …
Norton Hammersley teams up with All Faiths Food Bank
This has been a trying year for everyone but even more so for families in need. NHLS has teamed up with All Faiths Food Bank to create a virtual fundraiser
Sarasota County to vote on continuance of tax exemption program for business incentives
Sarasota County residents will be able to vote on the Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption renewal during the Nov. 3 general election and also during early voting, An ad valorem tax is a tax based on the value of land or buildings on real estate or personal property and reflects the fair market value. The ad valorem property tax …
Lakewood Ranch record sales again in August
Although COVID-19 seems to be not going anywhere soon many buyers have noted that COVID-19 has accelerated life plans to set their roots.
Low Inventory Generates Sarasota’s Strongest Seller’s Market in 15 years
Homes and Luxury Homes in Sarasota are selling big right now — something one might not expect in times of social distancing and widespread unemployment.