by Ejola Cook | Jun 3, 2024 | Dealer Compliance, Deposits: Non-Refundable, Finance
Non-Refundable Deposits are a great way for dealers to help secure a sale by having the buyer put a “little skin in the game.” As simple as it sounds, a Non-Refundable Deposit (“NRD”) is money paid by a customer toward the purchase of a specific vehicle that under...
by Ejola Cook | May 1, 2024 | Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices, Legal
Timing is everything right? It is, especially when it comes to Demands under Florida’s Unfair and Deceptive Act Statute § 501.98. Chapter 501 is a favorite of consumer attorneys, a catch all claim, with a very low threshold. You don’t even have to violate a law to...
by Ejola Cook | Mar 25, 2024 | Dealer Compliance, Legal, State Laws
Starting on January 1, 2024, an amendment to Florida Statute 258.014(2) changes the reservation system for State Parks affecting both Florida and Non-Florida residents. The new law essentially gives Florida residents a leg-up by allowing them a one-month advantage...
by Ejola Cook | Feb 1, 2024 | Buyers Guide, Dealer Compliance, RV Dealers, Sales
If you’re a seasoned dealer, this won’t be groundbreaking news to you, however if you’re on the greener side, you’ll be interested to know how much a simple window sticker can impact your sale, reputation, and business. In 1985 the Used Motor Vehicle Trade Regulation...
by Ejola Cook | Jan 2, 2024 | Dealer Compliance, State Laws
It’s no secret that Florida is has become even more developed than ever before and many of our customers live in neighborhood communities governed by HOA’s. Have you ever had a customer decide not to buy a RV because they weren’t allowed to keep it on their...
