I am proud to share something very personal with all of you — I have written a book called What The Hell Did I Just Buy?
After 35 years practicing condominium and HOA law in Florida, I am proud to share something very personal with all of you — I have written a book called What The Hell Did I Just Buy?
Over the years, I have had the privilege of representing community associations and owners throughout Florida, teaching thousands of board members in our certification classes, hosting the Condo Craze and HOAs show, and speaking with countless people who simply wanted to better understand the communities they live in.
One thing became very clear to me throughout these decades: far too many people buy into a condominium or homeowners’ association without truly understanding what they are getting themselves into.
This book was written to change that. In fact, it reflects heavily upon my childhood in Sheepshead Bay where we didn’t need a million rules, regulations and guidelines
In order to treat each other right.
What The Hell Did I Just Buy? discusses the realities of community association living — the good, the bad, and sometimes the unbelievable. It explores the legal structure of condominiums and HOAs, the powers and responsibilities of boards, owner rights, special assessments, elections, disputes between neighbors, selective enforcement, reserve funding, litigation, and many of the difficult and emotional issues that arise in shared ownership communities.
The book also draws heavily on the catastrophe at Champlain Towers South — a tragedy that forever changed Florida condominium law. For many people, the collapse was shocking and unimaginable. But for those of us who spent decades inside this industry, the warning signs that exist in aging condominium communities, deferred maintenance battles, political infighting, and resistance to funding repairs were unfortunately very real and very familiar.
In many ways, Champlain Towers became the turning point that changed everything. Florida’s condominium laws will never be the same. The question the book asks, however, is whether the changes came too late — and whether enough has truly been done to prevent history from repeating itself.
But more than just a legal discussion, the book reflects the lessons, stories, frustrations, and experiences I have witnessed during my 35 years practicing in this field. My goal was to write something informative, honest, practical, and relatable for both owners and board members alike.
If you have enjoyed our show, attended one of our certification courses, worked with our firm, or simply followed along with the issues impacting Florida community associations, I would be truly grateful if you would consider purchasing a copy of the book on Amazon.
Thank you for your support over the years. It has meant more to me than you know, and I sincerely hope the book provides value, insight, and perhaps even a few moments where you say, “Yes… I’ve lived that too.”
With appreciation,
Eric Glazer
Glazer & Sachs, P.A.
Condo Craze and HOAs