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Wednesday, October 21st, 2020 in Announcements, Condo, HOA, Legal, Uncategorized by FAN
When voters go to the polls on November 3, 2020, there will be six constitutional amendment proposals on the ballot. This article contains a brief discussion of the amendments. In order to adopt each amendment, it must be approved by 60% of voters casting a ballot. We take no position on any of the amendments, […]
Tuesday, October 20th, 2020 in Announcements, Condo, Health, HOA, Management, Safety, Staff, Technology, Uncategorized, Vendors by FAN
It is that time of year when snowbirds start migrating back to Florida. However, this year is far from typical, thanks to the coronavirus pandemic. As of mid-August, there have been more than 500,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Florida and almost 10,000 deaths. The recent uptick in cases in Florida’s tri-county area (Palm Beach, […]
Monday, October 19th, 2020 in Announcements, Condo, HOA, Legal, Management, Staff, Uncategorized by FAN
Two New Cases Board Members and Managers Need to Know About CASE No. 1: On June 12, 2020, the Florida’s Fifth District Court of Appeal (“5th DCA”) entered its opinion in Latheresa Williams, On Behalf Of Herself And All Others Similarly Situated v. Salt Springs Resort Association, Inc., and Bosshardt Property Management, LLC., Case No. 5D18-3913 (Fla. […]
Tuesday, October 13th, 2020 in Announcements, Condo, Contracts, HOA, Legal, Management, Self Management, Staff, Uncategorized, Vendors by FAN
When was the last time your community hired a painter or painting contractor? Managing large-scale painting projects, such as condominiums or clubhouses, can be demanding for any community and painter. With that being said, the community or project manager will want to take the proper steps to ensure proper results and a successful project. Make sure […]
Monday, October 5th, 2020 in Announcements, Condo, HOA, Management, Safety, Self Management, Staff, Technology, Uncategorized, Vendors by FAN
During these turbulent times it may seem overwhelming as we all navigate the uncharted waters and try to adjust to a new normal. Many of you may have noticed an increase in telephone and email scams requesting donations, personal, information and/or urgent requests like wire transfers. Business email compromise (BEC) and phishing email scams are […]
Thursday, September 24th, 2020 in Announcements, Condo, HOA, Management, Staff, Vendors by FAN
The 2020 Census is currently underway. The data collected by the census has a huge impact on local communities as it is used to allocate funding and resources to neighborhoods, and it determines the number of seats each state has in the U.S. House of Representatives. Board members and property managers should encourage their residents […]
Monday, September 21st, 2020 in Announcements, Condo, Contracts, Health, HOA, Landscaping, Management, Self Management, Staff, Uncategorized, Vendors by FAN
Florida residents use billions of gallons of water every day. Even though we experience high levels of rain in Florida, different conditions in our landscape do not always allow for proper water storage. There are various steps and changes that an Association can make to improve the retention of water in their landscape, saving money […]
Friday, September 18th, 2020 in Announcements, Condo, HOA, Uncategorized by FAN
On the market for a home covered from head to toe in beer cans? A home for sale in Lake Worth has been lined with Budweiser beer cans from the ceilings to the master closet, with the exception of the bathrooms. The owner, who since passed away was a lifelong Budweiser beer fan and made […]
Tuesday, September 15th, 2020 in Announcements, Condo, HOA, Landscaping, Management, Property Maintenance, Vendors by FAN
The FLCAJ (Florida Community Association Journal) 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. Campbell Property Management has been voted South Florida’s highest rated community association management […]
Monday, September 14th, 2020 in Announcements, Health, HOA, Management, Property Maintenance, Staff, Uncategorized by FAN
Gary Sheres is President of the Woodfield Country Club Master Association, which includes 20 sub-associations consisting of 1,297 homes in Boca Raton, Florida. Woodfield Country Club has approximately 3,500 residents. Originally from Montreal, Gary moved to Woodfield with his parents and brother, who all still reside in the community in August of 1992. After some […]