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Preparing for a New Year in Your HOA
With 2020 coming to a close we look to prepare for 2021 after one of the most challenging years most of us have ever experienced in our lifetimes. While it has not been the easiest year, we have been amazed and impressed by how HOAs, condo associations and planned...
How COVID-19 Has Impacted BODs and HOAs
It has now been a full year since COVID-19 has taken the world by storm. We have seen massive shifts in every facet of life across the globe. And on a local level, in our HOAs, condo associations and housing cooperatives, we have had to make many adaptations to the...
Closing on a Large Commercial Property? Hire an Attorney ASAP
You’ve spent months and months searching, inspecting, negotiating, searching some more for your commercial property. You finally found a location you love and you’re ready to sign the paperwork but the deal falls apart at the last minute because of zoning or...
If the Home Price Is Too Good to Be True, it Probably Is
For most of us, a home can be our biggest financial and life decision. We want to find the perfect home at the perfect price. But when we find a home at a price that seems unbelievable, there’s usually a reason why – and it’s usually not a good reason. If you are...
Addressing Legal Disputes within Your Community
Disagreements happen. Members can have disputes with the association, neighbors can have issues with other neighbors. It can feel like a tug-o-war with neither side wanting to give. It’s normal and it’s partially to be expected that at some point your community will...
How to Address HOA Needs When Adhering to a Budget
Your HOA has needs. Those needs cost money. And there is only so much money to go around. Welcome to the wonderful world of HOA budgeting. While the task ahead of your BOD may appear daunting, don’t stress too much and don’t put off the job. It’s a simple matter of...
The Impact of COVID-19 on 55+ Community Associations
While HOAs, condo associations and community associations have been fighting their battles with COVID-19, 55+ community associations have special risks and challenges. Since the risk for infection increases with age and underlying health conditions, 55+ communities...
What is a Registered Agent and Why You Need to Update Yours
A Registered Agent (RA) is the person or entity who is charged with receiving legal notices on behalf of a corporation or nonprofit organization. In Florida, associations are required by law to have a designated Registered Agent. If you do not have an RA the...
Representation Matters: Creating a More Diverse BOD
Any strong community works best when it represents all of its members. The board of directors in your HOA or condo association is no different. As elected members of a community, your board should strive to reach a proportional representation of all residents. What is...