If there’s one area sure to stir up a heated conversation within Florida HOA communities, it’s a discussion of dues and assessments. While we all want nice services and amenities, none of us wants our costs to rise. But at a certain point, the rubber will meet the...
Condo associations in Miami-Dade must have a hurricane action plan, but they should also have a broader emergency response plan (ERP) at the ready. If you don’t have an updated emergency plan as part of your HOA’s policies and procedures, get started on one now. Here...
Making changes to your Florida HOA’s governing documents is a process, and it’s imperative that you abide by all rules and regulations when doing so. Association documents like declarations and bylaws are legal documents. You can’t just change them willy nilly. If the...
Most condo association board members meet only 4-5 times per year, and during those sessions, there’s a lot to accomplish! To make the most of everyone’s time and facilitate productive meetings, it’s helpful to follow some best practices. Tips for Leading...
The annual budget for condominium associations and HOAs impacts all unit owners, but do all owners have a say in whether or not the proposed budget gets approved? The answer will depend on your association’s bylaws and governing documents, but for most HOAs in...
Condo associations in Florida are each governed by their own set of rules and regulations. These can be found in the HOA’s CC&Rs and bylaws. In addition to the association’s rules, the HOA and its members must also abide by Florida community law. When these rules...
