Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida

Re: Homeowners Assessment

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Absolutely. If you do not pay, there will be a lien filed against your unit, attorney's fee incurred, and you could have your home foreclosed upon. This would not be a smart idea. Further, if you have a mortgage, it would be considered a breach of your mortgage which most likely contained an Addendum requiring you to keep current with all fees assessed by the Association. Your lender could also choose to foreclose as a result.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.