When it comes to Florida’s storm season, the difference between coastal South Florida and the quieter northeast coast often shows up in the fine print of leases and condominium documents — especially in hurricane  and force-majeure  clauses. These provisions determine who is responsible for installing shutters, securing property, and handling delays or damage caused by major storms. 1. Understanding Force-Majeure Clauses A force-majeure   clause is a key provision in Florida

Planning, buying, insuring, or managing coastal property in Southeast Florida means answering two related questions: (1) Is the property in a FEMA flood zone (and what’s the Base Flood Elevation)?  and (2) How exposed is it to storm surge?  The places in this short guide differ in how those questions are answered: Boca Raton and Deerfield Beach include barrier-island / Intracoastal neighborhoods where ocean surge and wave action are key risks, while Palm Coast’s risk picture

When choosing a rental property, location and price are often the first factors people consider. However, climate and environmental...

Palm Coast has been bustling with events and important updates over the past few days, impacting residents in various ways. From...