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The current environment has presented many obstacles for Association living. Federal, state, and local governments have placed restrictions on gatherings, which has limited Boards’ options for conducting meetings and getting owner participation. Even when restrictions ease, it is likely that some individuals will remain cautious of gathering in social settings with large groups. Thus far, […]

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Beware…The bad guys are preying on your fears and sending all sorts of scams related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Below are some examples of the types of scams you should be on the lookout for: 1. Emails that appear to be from organizations such as the CDC (Centers for Disease Control), or the WHO (World […]

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The 7th annual Florida Community Association Journal’s Readers’ Choice Award winners have been announced! The FLCAJ Readers’ Choice Awards give communities and board members an opportunity to select their favorite service providers. These prestigious awards recognize service providers that offer superior service and demonstrate a commitment to the success of their communities. For the 7th year in […]

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There are now three confirmed cases of the Covid-19 virus in Florida: one in Manatee County and two in Hillsborough County. By the time you read this, there may be even more. As a result, Governor DeSantis has declared a State of Emergency. There is an increased risk for health care workers, individuals with respiratory […]

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Did you just start as a new board member in your condominium or homeowner’s association in Florida? Yours is a thankless job, but someone must do it. At Campbell, we understand how challenging your job as a board member can be. It is impossible to make everyone happy, but that does not mean you should […]

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A common question for new Board members is: How much detail should I include in the Minutes? The short answer is LESS IS MORE! Why? And What does this really mean? One of the most common complaints about Association Boards is “lack of transparency”. Owners sometimes think that Board members are overly secretive and don’t […]

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Even if you have a small community, you may occasionally have a big crowd, where it makes sense to have a microphone and speaker. Traditionally, these have been fairly expensive systems. When they are part of your clubhouse, they may even be hard to operate. What if there was a really simple way to have […]

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It’s very common for snowbirds to call in to board meetings when they can’t be there in person. A common way of dealing with this is the easiest, but worst speakerphone solution on the planet: You cell phone on the table with speakerphone turned on. People do it because it’s easy and FREE – no […]

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Do you have questions about community association law? Or, are you a new board member looking to attend an HOA or Condo Board Certification Course? Listed below are 12 upcoming HOA and Condo Board Certification Courses. These courses are free, and DBPR approved. These courses are a board member’s guide to the statutes and rules […]

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Has your condo association considered going smoke free? Smoke free policies are a growing trend as more and more residents are complaining about cigarette smoke drifting into their units. Smoke free policies reduce the risk of smoking-related fires and increase building safety for residents. Many condo associations in Florida are adding a smoke free policy […]

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Florida Association News Blog

Electronic Voting in Community Associations

Exploiting the Coronavirus: Watch out for These Scams!

The 7th Annual Florida Community Association Journal’s Readers’ Choice Award Winners have been Announced

CALL ALERT: Covid-19 and Your Residential Community

Are You a New Board Member? Congrats! Or, Condolences! Here are some Resources to Help Make Your Job Easier!

Meeting Minutes – Guidelines for HOAs and Condos

Tech Tuesdays: Do you have big crowds at your Board Meeting? Don’t have a PA (Public Address) System? Here is a Cheap Solution!

Tech Tuesdays: Are Snowbirds calling in to your Board Meetings? Here is a simple speakerphone you can use!

Upcoming Complimentary HOA and Condo Board Certification Courses for 2020

Making Your Condo Smoke Free: A Guide for Florida Condominiums

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