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We recently had the pleasure of hosting a round table discussion with three Presidents of Condominium Associations in South Florida who moved from self-management to professional management with Campbell Property Management. Each of these hi-rises: Seagate Towers in Delray, Sky Harbour East in Fort Lauderdale, and The Carlton in Boca, All started with Campbell […]

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The intense Florida heat poses serious safety hazards and if not maintained properly, damages can progress to large cracks and potholes, neither of which you want in your parking lot, on your roads, or parking decks. All hard surfaces, including asphalt, will absorb heat. You can feel it when you walk outside, especially in the […]

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Did you know that Florida law authorizes a party who owns or leases property, including condo associations, or their authorized representatives, to tow a vehicle off the premises if it’s parked there without permission (think decal, pass, etc.). However, there must be prominent notices on the premises indicating its tow away zones prior to any […]

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We recently held an “Insurance Increases” educational webinar with Damian McFadden from USI Insurance to discuss recent increases in association insurance costs. The webinar covered: Association Insurance Basics State of the Market Update What to Expect for 2022 What Can be Done to Reduce Rates How to communicate and plan for increases and More! Click […]

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Do you have questions or need clarification regarding your Association’s Insurance? Insurance can be a complicated subject and entails a unique vendor relationship. Here are some commonly asked questions about Association insurance: What insurance must an association carry? Can they be Self Insured? What is the role of the Insurance Agent? How is Association Insurance […]

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We recently held an “Insurance Increases” educational webinar with Paul Mack from Mack, Mack, & Waltz Insurance Group to discuss recent increases in association insurance costs. The webinar covered: Association Insurance Basics State of the Market Update What to Expect for 2022 What Can be Done to Reduce Rates How to communicate and plan for […]

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We recently held a “2022 Legal Update” educational webinar with Michael Bender from Kaye Bender Rembaum to discuss recent legislation. The webinar covered: Senate Bill 602: Business Organizations Senate Bill 56: Assessment Notices Senate Bill 630: Community Associations Senate Bill 1966: Department of Business and Professional Regulation and More! Click here to watch the webinar […]

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There is a lot to consider when choosing a pest control company or even keeping a pest control company. The vendor needs to accommodate the needs and ensure the health and safety of all parties, whether they are elderly, children, individuals with certain respiratory or immune disorders, allergies, etc. If you allow pets in your […]

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A recent update to the State of Florida Elevator Code requires that all existing elevators “must be in compliance with part 3.10.12 of ASME A17.3-2015, Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators by December 31, 2023”. Simply put, beginning January 1, 2024, all elevators must have a door-lock monitoring (DLM) system which keeps the elevator […]

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There are many things to consider when preparing for budget season. Here are some steps that may assist your Board in the process: Don’t delay – Start the process as early as possible so that you don’t miss items that could significantly impact your budget. Now is the perfect time to start preparations if your […]

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Florida Association News Blog

Self-Management to Professional Management Transformation Series – Does the Board Lose Control?

Maintaining Roads, Driveways and Parking Decks

Parking, Ticketing and Towing Laws in Florida

Watch the Webinar: Insurance Increases

Association Insurance Basics

Watch the Webinar: Insurance Increases

Watch the Webinar: 2022 Legal Update

Pesticides and Your Community

Important Update & Deadline to State of Florida Elevator Code

Budget Season Approaching: Is Your Board Ready?

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