Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida

Several months ago my HOA billed me $60 for past dues for a time period before I owned my current home. Assuming that the bank that previously owned the home was responsible for the amount I contacted my HOA and did not pay the bill. Now the HOA has presented me with a new bill for well over $600 and has placed a lien on my home. When I purchased the house the title was clear. Was I still responsible for the past dues and the resulting interest and fines?


Asked on 11/15/10, 1:10 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Shelly Schellenberg MI & FL private practice

You need a real estate attorney to review your closing documents. If the title company gave your a "clear" title committment, and marked it up, at the time of the closing, so as to issue a clear policy, then the title company is responsible. When people buy bank-owned properties, it is important to have a lawyer review all of the paperwork, before closing, to insure that your situation won't happen.

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Answered on 11/21/10, 6:24 am


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