The Florida Homeowners’ Construction Recovery Fund is a powerful tool for homeowners who have been wronged by a licensed contractor. The “Recovery Fund” or “the Fund,” as it’s often known, helps homeowners who have been harmed by a licensed contractor. Created under section 489.140 of the Florida Statutes, the Fund […]
The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) serves as the primary regulatory agency for professional licenses in Florida. The licensing system is designed to establish minimum standards that protect consumers when they engage in business with regulated professionals. DBPR oversees more than 30 professions and industries, and for […]
Participating in Florida’s government procurement process can be both an opportunity and a challenge. Agencies are required to follow strict statutory and procedural rules to ensure that contracts are awarded fairly. But when those safeguards are overlooked or misapplied, contractors and vendors have the right to challenge the decision through […]
Ignoring a construction lien in Florida can result in foreclosure, stalled property sales, and costly lawsuits. Chapter 713 of the Florida Statutes sets strict rules that can catch property owners off guard if they don’t act quickly. Although the law is designed to protect contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers from nonpayment, […]