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New Florida HOA laws in 2025 impact reserves, inspections, and budgets! Learn what needs to be done to be in compliance.

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Major updates are coming for Florida HOAs in 2025! Reserve specialist Will Simons explains House Bill 913, detailing new rules for Structural Integrity Reserve Studies (SIRS), mandatory milestone inspections, and financial compliance. All these things WILL affect HOAs in Florida through board responsibilities, reserve funding, special assessments, and even property values. You can start proactively planning for your Florida HOA now by listening to this episode! 

00:00 What's New in Florida's 2025 HOA Legislation?
04:08 What Prompted House Bill 913?
05:18 How Does HB 913 Change Reserve Study Requirements?
06:42 What Exactly is a Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS)?
09:23 Why Do HOAs Need Both Structural and Non-Structural Reserve Studies?
10:49 How Do Florida's HOA Reserve Funding Rules Work?
14:18 What's the Impact of Underfunded HOAs on Property Values?
16:43 Are All Reserve Components Now Mandatory to Fund?
19:41 Ad Break
20:12 Key Highlights and Changes from House Bill 913
21:50 Has the Dollar Threshold for Reserve Funding Increased?
22:37 Why Did So Many HOAs Delay Reserve Compliance?
24:32 How Will Florida Enforce These New HOA Rules?
26:32 Can Special Assessments Replace Reserve Funding?
27:53 Are Florida HOAs Financially Prepared for New Legislation?
30:35 What Are Milestone Inspections and Who Needs One?
32:32 Final Advice for HOA Boards on Compliance and Preparation

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