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Plain-English explainers for Florida homeowners and board members. Every guide sticks to the same standard as the rest of the registry: facts with sources, drawn from Florida DBPR public records and the Florida Statutes — never characterizations, and never a statement about any community's finances. Where a guide points to a record, verify it yourself using the tools on this site.

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boardsNovember 8, 2026

HOA Board Member Duties in Alachua County, FL

Learn what Florida HOA and condo board members are required to do in Alachua County, from fiduciary duty to recordkeeping and meeting rules.

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basicsNovember 7, 2026

How to Look Up an HOA or Condo in Alachua County

Learn how to look up a Florida HOA, condo association, or manager in Alachua County using public records and FL HOA Registry.

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ownersNovember 6, 2026

HOA Special Assessments in Alachua County, FL

Learn what a special assessment is in a Florida HOA or condo, how the process works in Alachua County, and what your rights are as an owner.

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inspectionsNovember 5, 2026

Florida Condo Milestone Inspections: Alachua County Guide

Learn what a Florida condo Milestone inspection is, who it applies to, and how Alachua County condo owners and boards can stay informed and compliant.

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ownersNovember 4, 2026

How to Request HOA Records in Alachua County, FL

Learn how Florida homeowners in Alachua County can request official HOA or condo association records, what to expect, and where to verify association details.

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basicsNovember 3, 2026

HOA vs COA in Alachua County, FL: Key Differences

Learn the difference between an HOA and a condo association in Florida, how each is governed, and how to look up associations in Alachua County.

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associationsNovember 2, 2026

Florida Condo Reserves & SIRS Explained: Alachua County

Learn what condo reserves and a Structural Integrity Reserve Study mean for Alachua County owners and board members under Florida law.

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associationsNovember 1, 2026

HOA Estoppel Certificate in Alachua County, FL

Learn what an HOA estoppel certificate is in Florida, why it matters for Alachua County buyers and sellers, and how to read association records.

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For Owners & BuyersOctober 13, 2026

What Is an HOA Estoppel Certificate in Florida?

A Florida estoppel certificate is an association's official, signed statement of what an owner owes at closing. Here is what it must contain, what it can cost, and how fast the association must deliver it.

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