Buyer packet
For people buying a home at Eldorado. This checklist follows Article IV of the 2021 Rules & Regulations, with the move-in rules from Articles IX, XXV and XXVI. The Board of Directors makes the final decision on every buyer.
Submit a complete application package and screening. The application fee is the most Florida law allows, payable to the association. (Rules Art. IV.B)
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Have a deposit of at least 20% of the purchase price. (Rules Art. IV.D)
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Meet the credit score requirement of 700 or higher. (Rules Art. IV.O)
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Everyone over 18 who plans to live in the unit is submitted for a criminal background check. The Board of Directors makes the final decision. (Rules Art. IV.P)
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Allow at least 30 days between a complete submission and the closing date. (Rules Art. IV.C)
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The seller settles any balance owed to the association at closing. (Rules Art. IV.F)
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The buyer has a copy of the condominium documents. If the seller did not hand them over, a set can be bought from the office. A current copy of the Rules & Regulations is free. (Rules Art. IV.N)
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Have homeowner’s insurance at the time of purchase and keep it active. Give the office proof of renewal and payment each year. (Rules Art. IX.9)
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Register with the management office before the move-in date. The registered keys and fobs are activated then. (Rules Art. XXVI.A)
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Reserve the service elevator for the move at least 7 days ahead. Moves run Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with no evenings, weekends or holidays. (Rules Art. XXV.C, D)
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Pay the non-refundable $150 move fee and a $300 deposit, both by check, before the move. Any damage to the hallways or elevators is deducted from the deposit. (Rules Art. XXV.F, I)
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Checklist by Eldorado residents from the 2021 Rules & Regulations. Management confirms what applies to you.