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Apr 23, 2025

SB 1742 vs. HB 913: A Tale of Two Condo Bills and a Crisis in Oversight

While state lawmakers debate how best to enforce condo safety, Jacksonville quietly exemplifies how local inaction can render any reform meaningless.

SB 1742 vs. HB 913: A Tale of Two Condo Bills and a Crisis in Oversight

Apr 8, 2025

State Senator Jennifer Bradley Leads Push for Smarter Condo Safety Reforms Amid Rising Concerns Over Municipal Building Oversight

With SB 1742, Sen. Jennifer Bradley is trying to bring clarity and flexibility to Florida’s building safety laws—but the chaos in Jacksonville shows that reform without enforcement is just paperwork.

State Senator Jennifer Bradley Leads Push for Smarter Condo Safety Reforms Amid Rising Concerns Over Municipal Building Oversight

Apr 8, 2025

When the City Is the Negligent Landlord: Jacksonville’s Troubling Double Standard on Historic Preservation

The slow decay of 324 N. Broad Street, a city-owned historic building in LaVilla, offers a stark example of how Jacksonville fails to practice the preservation values it preaches.

When the City Is the Negligent Landlord: Jacksonville’s Troubling Double Standard on Historic Preservation

Apr 1, 2025

Jacksonville Confronts Demolition by Neglect as State Laws Shift

With millions in unpaid fines tied to neglected historic buildings, Jacksonville is moving toward a more enforceable preservation policy.

Jacksonville Confronts Demolition by Neglect as State Laws Shift

Mar 27, 2025

Proposed Ban on Food Trucks at Gas Stations in Jacksonville

Flames, fumes, and food: Jacksonville City Councilman Joe Carlucci heads effort to outlaw this risky combo of food trucks at area gas stations.

Proposed Ban on Food Trucks at Gas Stations in Jacksonville

Mar 24, 2025

Sam Corcos Exposes a $3.5 Billion IRS Tech Black Hole

It started as a side mission—but Corcos’s investigation into the IRS has revealed one of the most expensive tech failures in government history.

Sam Corcos Exposes a $3.5 Billion IRS Tech Black Hole

Mar 11, 2025

Florida 2025 Legislative Session Condo Association Bills and Their Impact

Florida’s 2025 legislative session is set to address critical condominium regulations, balancing safety mandates with financial feasibility in response to widespread non-compliance and concerns over homeowner displacement.

Florida 2025 Legislative Session Condo Association Bills and Their Impact

Feb 9, 2025

City of Jacksonville Municipal Code Enforcement Pileup

The City of Jacksonville can do more to protect the community from negligent property owners who ignore municipal code violation fines, with some owing six figures while additional complaints aren't being heard.

City of Jacksonville Municipal Code Enforcement Pileup

Jan 1, 2025

Florida Property Taxes Soar Amendment 5 Offers Relief

Florida Property taxes soar, but Amendment 5 offers relief to homeowners by increasing exemptions and limiting annual assessment increases, providing some financial stability amidst rising costs.

Florida Property Taxes Soar Amendment 5 Offers Relief

Dec 25, 2024

Increasing Affordable Workforce Housing with Zoning Reforms

By reforming zoning regulations to incentivize density, streamline approvals, and mandate workforce housing, Jacksonville can increase the availability of affordable housing for essential workers and build a more resilient middle class.

Increasing Affordable Workforce Housing with Zoning Reforms

Dec 15, 2024

The Homeowners Guide to HOAs

HOAs offer potential benefits like community amenities and property value appreciation, but they also come with costs, restrictions, and potential conflicts, so potential homebuyers should carefully evaluate them.

The Homeowners Guide to HOAs

Nov 21, 2024

The Need for ESG Rating Regulation

The rapid growth of ESG investing has led to a proliferation of unregulated rating agencies, raising concerns about the reliability and comparability of ESG ratings. While the European Union has taken steps to regulate ESG ratings, the U.S. has yet to implement similar measures, leaving a regulatory gap in the world's largest ESG market.

The Need for ESG Rating Regulation

Nov 5, 2024

Greenwashing is the dishonest reporting of Corporate Sustainability

Companies face growing pressure to demonstrate sustainability, but the risk of greenwashing – misleading sustainability claims – is increasing. To mitigate this, companies must prioritize data accuracy, transparency, and independent verification, while investors must exercise due diligence.

Greenwashing is the dishonest reporting of Corporate Sustainability

Oct 25, 2024

The Role of Finance in Biodiversity Conservation

Biodiversity loss poses significant financial risks to businesses and economies worldwide. By investing in nature-based solutions and adopting sustainable practices, we can mitigate these risks and ensure a more resilient future for our planet and its people.

The Role of Finance in Biodiversity Conservation

Oct 14, 2024

The ESG Paradox A Path to Reform

The ESG paradox highlights the divergence between stated goals and actual practices in some ESG funds. To restore faith in ESG investing, reforms are needed to ensure transparency, accountability, and alignment with core principles.

The ESG Paradox A Path to Reform

Oct 3, 2024

Impacts of 2024 Florida Homeless Law

Florida's new law, HB 1365, restricts public camping and sleeping while requiring counties to offer services to the homeless. This legislation aims to balance public safety concerns with addressing the root causes of homelessness and ensuring Florida's cherished outdoor living spaces remain accessible to all.

Impacts of 2024 Florida Homeless Law

Jun 1, 2024

Florida HOA Laws 2024

Big changes are coming to Florida HOAs! New laws have been enacted that significantly impact your community and your rights as a homeowner. Let's break down what you need to know.

Florida HOA Laws 2024

Jul 27, 2024

DeSantis on Florida Condo Legislation

During a press conference in Miami on July 25th, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis spoke to the need to address the unintended consequences of legislation passed to prevent tragedies such as the collapse of the Champlain Towers South condominium building in Surfside, Florida in 2021.

DeSantis on Florida Condo Legislation

Jul 14, 2024

ESG Planning for Business

ESG investing has gained significant traction, but its implementation varies across states. This article explores the challenges, benefits, and strategies for businesses to adopt ESG practices effectively.

ESG Planning for Business

Jul 13, 2024

Win Big with ESG

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices offer numerous benefits for small businesses. By adopting sustainable practices, businesses can attract customers, reduce costs, and stay ahead of regulations.

Win Big with ESG
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Florida Condo assessments skyrocket
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