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Practical inspection guidance, maintenance tips, and local expertise from the MINA team.
October 26, 2026 · Michael Hartman
Beachside or mainland, your exact address can change your wind speed zone, your wind mitigation form, and even a re-roof. We bust six common myths about the wind-borne debris region in New Smyrna Beach, explain the new Region box on the 2026 form, and show how to look up your parcel.
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October 26, 2026 · Michael Hartman
Florida now requires builders to warrant new homes for 1 year against defects that cause a material violation of the building code, and the clock starts earlier than many owners think.
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October 22, 2026 · Michael Hartman
Florida will refund up to $500 in sales tax on impact windows and doors bought from July 2026 through June 2029. Here's who qualifies and how to claim it.
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October 19, 2026 · Michael Hartman
Buying a home and Citizens shows the wrong roof year? Here's what proof fixes it, what a 4-Point inspection can and can't do, and why booking it early helps you avoid closing surprises.
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October 15, 2026 · Michael Hartman
FEMA's proposed Volusia flood maps are open for comment, and the 50% rule can turn a remodel into a full flood-standards upgrade. Here's what buyers should know.
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October 13, 2026 · Michael Hartman
Florida's wind mitigation form changed April 1, 2026. Here's whether your old report still counts and when you'll need a new inspection.
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