Bills advance in Florida legislature to ease financial burden on condo owners
New measures aim to address high costs from safety inspections and reserve studies.
Watch CBS News
New measures aim to address high costs from safety inspections and reserve studies.
While it may be a tough time to sell, experts say it's not necessarily a bad time to buy, if you're informed.
CBS Miami first highlighted Adanay Galvez's story in October, when she was among 50,000 applicants for affordable housing in Miami-Dade County.
Demolition started again at a Sweetwater mobile home park, where dozens of residents have been fighting a vacate order.
CBS News Miami reviewed the bill and spoke to condo owners dealing with the fallout from state reforms since the Surfside collapse.
Granny flats are independent living spaces added to homes or properties. Current law says local governments can allow granny flats, but the new legislation would require them to do so.
Legislative leaders have argued that many condo buildings are in need of critical upgrades but that associations had inadequate reserves to cover repairs.
On Sunday afternoon, panic spread among residents as flames erupted in the 11100 block of NW 2nd Terrace, dangerously close to occupied homes.
If the bill passes, thousands of condo owners could be left scrambling for insurance in an already tight market.
A Florida company says its new technology is helping to build homes faster and at a lower cost amid the impacts of climate change.
Laws passed after the Surfside collapse require "milestone inspections" of older buildings and "structural integrity reserve" studies.
With no board in place to authorize payments, the community's insurance provider demanded more than $20,000 by Friday.
State Rep. Berny Jacques, R-Seminole, says corporate investors are pricing out Florida families.
The South Florida housing market is in the midst of a long-term upswing in price and demand.
Betty Nguyen spoke to market analyst who said the South Florida housing market is in the midst of a long-term upswing in price and demand.
Residents were told the property would be redeveloped into affordable and workforce housing.
Determined to take control of their living conditions, residents have united to challenge their HOA.
Homeowners were warned they might need to temporarily evacuate unless contractors addressed structural issues.
Senate Regulated Industries Chairwoman Jennifer Bradley has signaled she's willing to make changes to the safety laws.
Realtor Kristina Krykhtin says this is shaping up to be a good year to buy because there is an increase in inventory on the market. She adds that sellers putting their property on the market and they are sitting longer.
Rising repair costs spurred by new Florida condominium laws are driving some South Florida homeowners to sell.
New regulations for Florida condominium owners have gone into effect, requiring condo associations to maintain reserve funds specifically for structural repairs and maintenance.
For families at Li'l Abner Mobile Home Park, the new year began not with celebrations, but with the daunting task of packing their belongings.
According to RentCafe's 2024 Year-End Report, the rental site ranked Miami as the top rental market in the country for this year.
Residents of the Li'l Abner Mobile Home Park in Sweetwater say they have little reason to celebrate this holiday season.
Student-led effort gains traction as debate over campus security intensifies.
Matthew Tkachuk returned to the lineup and was back to his old self quickly for the Florida Panthers on Tuesday night.
Gregory Sean Yearty Jr., 24, was taken into custody on April 21 by Miami Beach police.
The shooting occurred near the intersection of Southwest 130th Street and 9th Avenue.
The new phone number is 305-SHERIFF (305-743-7433) and it will be replacing the 305-4-POLICE number.
Student-led effort gains traction as debate over campus security intensifies.
Matthew Tkachuk returned to the lineup and was back to his old self quickly for the Florida Panthers on Tuesday night.
Two people were killed and six others were hospitalized after a Thursday shooting at Florida State University.
During the week-long event, there will be special tributes commemorating the Navy's 250 years of defending the nation.
Gregory Sean Yearty Jr., 24, was taken into custody on April 21 by Miami Beach police.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a "reorganization" of the State Department, with plans for staffing cuts.
A Maryland school board decided to end parental opt-outs for instruction featuring storybooks that address gender identity and sexual orientation, sparking the dispute that's before the Supreme Court.
President Trump again lashed out at Jerome Powell, calling him a "major loser" and urging the Fed Chair to immediately cut interest rates.
Beginning May 7, Americans and permanent residents will only be able to pass through airport security or enter federal government buildings if they have a Real ID.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's driver's license, passport, DHS access badge, checks and thousands in cash were among the items stolen with her bag.
There has been a major development in the aftermath of our CBS News Miami documentary "Warehoused: The Life and Death of Tristin Murphy."
The former lieutenant governor sat down with "Facing South Florida" for her first interview since becoming FIU's interim president.
"Facing South Florida" devotes the entire half hour to taking an up-close look at President Donald Trump's first month in office.
"Facing South Florida" devotes the entire half hour to the immigration bill DeSantis signed and the tumultuous events leading up to it.
Jim talks to Republican State Senator Blaise Ingoglia, who has been in the immigration battle from the beginning.
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
A majority of the agency's COVID-19 vaccine work group now backs narrower "risk-based" recommendations.
CDC experts were not made available to discuss the findings showing a rise in autism prevalence.
Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
For that authentic grilling experience, you can't beat a charcoal grill. We've rounded up the best grill options.
Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
The WWE's 41st WrestleMania event is finally here. Here's what time it starts and how to watch all the action on night 2.
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
Michelle Trachtenberg's death was initially undetermined but the medical examiner amended it after lab test results showed complications of diabetes mellitus.
Wink Martindale, the host of hit game shows "Gambit" and "Tic-Tac-Dough," has died. He was 91.
David Beckham says Miami has become his second home, reflecting on his love for the city, his soccer ventures, and new wellness brand.