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Many Florida condo owners are angry about cost increases they didn’t expect and how those increases are eroding their buying power.Many are frustrated by decisions of their management companies and governing boards, and want proof that their funds are being spent correctly.More than 75 condo unit owners conveyed two emotions — anger and frustration — to the South Florida Sun Sentinel, which in early February asked the public to describe how they were being affected by rising condo maintenance costs.Some owners are angry that monthly maintenance fees have doubled in recent years, thanks to increases in insurance costs and new…
Postal serviceDejoy of the US Postal Service, resigning in five years | February 19thMaybe the new head of the US postal service will do what should have been done a few years ago. Twelve years ago, postal authorities estimated that by eliminating Saturday delivery, they would save $2 billion a year in fuel, personnel and other operating costs. I didn’t receive the email on Monday, President’s Day, but nothing I received the following Tuesday was important. In fact, I can’t remember the last time I received a letter or package that I couldn’t wait for another day. One week of…
The DOJ has filed a notice of appeal and is seeking a court-ordered stay.A federal judge ruled against the firing of President Donald Trump, head of federal watchdog agency Hampton Dillinger, President Donald Trump, in his first ruling in a case that tests the scope of presidential forces after the Trump administration petitioned the Supreme Court to quickly track the case to quickly track the case.Washington-based US District Judge Amy Berman Jackson said in his order on March 1 that Treasury Secretary Scott Bescent and listed defendants “must be recognized as plaintiff title and special advisor position of the Special…
Kelvin Chan, Associated PressLondon (AP) – Unwanted phones are out of control. Whether it’s a robo call trying to sell you something, a spam call from a scammer, or a call from a scammer trying to rip you off, it’s enough to make you want to stop answering your phone. So, what can you do to stop them?The unwanted phone tragedy has been branded as a trend by consumer groups, but the Federal Communications Commission says it is the biggest consumer complaint. The call is a nuisance to many ordinary people, some of whom complain about the Associated Press.”We need…
According to a recent report by Redfin, one in five home buyers in the Orlando Metro area cancel their purchases. Additionally, Florida has recorded the most homes for sale in history, with a total of 172,000 homes.Redfine’s report highlights that high supply of homes in the area and vulnerability to natural disasters are key factors contributing to this trend. In January 2025, Orlando Metro’s home sales cancellation rate reached 18.2%, making it the second highest in the nation.The cancellation rate has increased by 1.4% year-on-year. However, this has fallen by more than 23% since its recent peak in 2022 and…
Q: Our homeowners association has decided to launch the vehicle instead of towing for various violations. Our community has a single car garage and space in front of the second car garage. Can the association and towing companies be at risk of lawsuits if both cars are in an emergency, if the booted ones and those trapped in the garage are trapped? – EricA: Community Associations can tow or launch your car if the association rules are permitted.That said, your community and its towing vendors must follow those rules.Also, depending on where you live, laws and regulations may hold towing…
From federal subsidies to input prices, many market forces affect the cost of organic food.US grocery shoppers have a wide selection of options to choose from, and a wide range of prices with a wide selection.Items labeled organic are usually sold at a premium over non-organic counterparts, but many consumers are unaware of the power of the market that considers pricing.According to USDA data, 170% of some items (such as spinach in 2015) reach 170%.All farms face specific regulatory hurdles at the federal, state and local levels, but organic producers adhere to more comprehensive rules.Organic food production is highly regulated…
Olive: Is it strange to go home now and grow your family a little bit? Luostarinen: (smile). Yes, I make a little sense. It takes time to get used to it. But like I said, it was good for now, so I’m excited to be with our small family every day. Olive: Have your teammates met a baby yet? Luostarinen: Not yet. We first try to get some sleep and calm ourselves down (smiles). After that we certainly invite some. Olive: You always see the baby in the Stanley Cup. After your first victory last year, having a baby drives…
United States Attorney General Sarah C. Sweeney has announced his return to the charges being charged with Gonzalez, 40, son of Guatemalan citizen Timoteo. If convicted in all respects, his son Gonzalez faces the biggest penalty of 12 years in federal prison. According to the accusations, in February 2025, his son Gonzalez learned that the aliens had come to the United States in violation of the law, entered and remained, and recklessly transported the aliens for financial gain. The indictment also alleges that his son Gonzalez was found to exist illegally in the United States after it was removed in…
Starmer added that “fierce debate” to obtain security guarantees from the United States is one of three elements of lasting peace.British Prime Minister Kiel Starmer said on March 2 that he is working on a ceasefire plan to present to the US as Britain, France and Ukraine prepare to host European leaders in debate to end the Russian Crane War.The Star Capitol is in contrast to the Ukrainian President Voldy Mie Zelensky’s conference held at the White House on Friday, during which US President Donald Trump scolded him for not being prepared for peace and not appreciating America’s support in…