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Lessons Learned from Surfside and How Your HOA Can Prevent Maintenance Damage
The tragedy of the Surfside collapse has left a permanent impact on not just Florida condos and their associations, but nationwide as well. We can all agree that this should never have happened, but the least we can do now is learn from it to make sure it doesn’t...
Why Building Maintenance is Vital for SoFla Condos and HOAs
Building maintenance is always a top issue for condos and HOAs regardless of their location. However, here in South Florida there are a few reasons why we need to be more proactive than a board could be in Dallas, for example. Salt Water, Salt Air & Storms...
How to Successfully Run an HOA
Running any volunteer organization can be tricky. You have to rely on people who have many other responsibilities in their lives to be present and engaged in the organization even when they might be exhausted and overwhelmed. Add to that, part of serving on an HOA...
How Many Years Can You Serve on Your Condo or HOA Board?
Here in Florida, the length of time one can serve on a condo or HOA board has caused a lot of confusion in past years. Recent legislation has clarified the previously conflicting information as it relates to condo boards specifically. There’s still not one simple...
You’ve Won Your Board Election – Now What?
First of all, congratulations! Being a newly elected board member is an exciting and important position. It is also a big commitment to your community, so it’s important to make sure you are well informed! Settle in and Do Some Reading Hopefully the first thing you...
Your Condo or HOA is Over-Budget. Now What?
First, do not panic. Having a discrepancy between the estimated expenses and the actual expenditures is not an unusual situation for an association board to find itself in. This can be caused by a lack of planning – something to be addressed at the next annual meeting...
Can an HOA or Condo Board Take Action Without Meeting?
Florida statutes do not prevent association boards from taking action without a formal meeting. However, that doesn’t mean your association has the ability to do so under its own bylaws. Why would a board want to act without meeting? Making arrangements for a special...
Does Your HOA Need to Retain a Lawyer?
Yes. Next question. Just kidding! Of course, there’s more to say about this! The most common reason associations hesitate to retain an attorney is concern related to the cost. It is always wise for board members to be budget-conscious. However, figuring your...
4 Situations You May Need to Consult a Lawyer for Your Condo or HOA Board
Knowing when to call in expert help can make all the difference in the outcome of a situation. When it comes to legal help, it could be the deciding factor in whether you spend extra money and valuable time in court at some point. As a rule, if you think you might...