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Upcoming Speaking Engagement!

Apr 02, 2026 | by Rick Strong
The attorneys at Howell, Buchan & Strong often give presentations throughout Florida for various health care associations. Our goal is to introduce ourselves and educate health care professionals about Florida....
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Inside the AHCA Change of Ownership Process: Mistakes Florida Buyers Make

Mar 02, 2026 | by Rick Strong
Thinking about acquiring a medical business in Florida? One of the most misunderstood steps in the transaction is the AHCA Change of Ownership process. Buyers often assume the regulatory piece....
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Can You Operate While Your AHCA Change of Ownership Is Pending? Mistakes to Avoid in Florida Business Acquisitions

Feb 27, 2026 | by Rick Strong
If you are acquiring a medical business in Florida, one of the most dangerous assumptions you can make is believing you can simply take over operations while your AHCA Change....
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When an AHCA Change of Ownership Goes Wrong: How to Avoid Mistakes in Florida Business Acquisitions

Feb 26, 2026 | by Rick Strong
Buying a medical business in Florida can be a smart investment, but when due diligence is rushed or handled by advisors unfamiliar with health care law, the consequences can be....
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Mistakes to Avoid in Florida Medical Business Acquisitions | Change of Ownership

Feb 25, 2026 | by Rick Strong
Are you thinking about acquiring a medical business in Florida? Before you move forward, it is critical to understand the legal requirements involved in an AHCA Change of Ownership. Failing....
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Mandatory Online License Renewals for Health Care Providers

Aug 08, 2024 | by Rick Strong
As an owner and operator of a health care facility in Florida, you are likely familiar with the licensing renewal process with the Agency for Healthcare Administration (“AHCA”), which is....
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How to Survive After Receiving a Department of Business and Professional Regulation Complaint or Denial

Jan 03, 2024 | by Rick Strong
When the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) issues an administrative complaint or denial of your professional renewal license, you need to know how to keep working. The DBPR....
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Don’t Go Before Your Professional Board Without an Attorney!

Dec 10, 2023 | by Rick Strong
This short article are my thoughts on what happens when professionals jeopardize their license by going in front of their professional board (Florida Real Estate Commission, or Floria Real Estate....
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Dishonest Deals in Real Estate | The License Suspensions, Revocations, and Fines

Feb 23, 2023 | by Rick Strong
When it comes to brokering a real estate deal, integrity matters. As a real estate and broker license attorney, I’ve defended recent cases where the violation of 475.25(1)(b), Florida Statutes....
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Considerations for Purchasing a Health Care Business

Nov 17, 2022 | by Rick Strong
This firm can assist you with the exemption process. The exemption process requires gathering criminal records, no matter how old, and proving to the agency through clear and convincing evidence that....
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Considerations for Purchasing a Healthcare Business

Nov 10, 2022 | by Rick Strong
RELATED: Our Firm has extensive experience in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law. RELATED: Change of Ownership Applications for Health Care Facility Licenses in Florida Seek Experienced Lawyers to Guide....
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Pre-Licensing Requirements for Real Estate Agents, Brokers, and Salespersons

Nov 04, 2022 | by Rick Strong
The State of Florida requires individuals who intend to practice in the real estate field as a broker, agent, or salesperson to hold a license. The various positions within the....
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