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The emergency nature of the Coronavirus outbreak remains in a state of flux. New information, protocols and recommendations from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) are being provided. Dr. Anthony Fauci continues to reiterate on Sunday morning news shows “things will get worse before they get better.” In an effort to shock some sense into […]

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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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Rembaum’s Association Roundup A great many streets in Florida’s residential communities are lined with oak trees. While they can look so appealing as a canopy, many of these trees can raise sidewalks and driveways. Their massive roots can grow into plumbing lines, cause various trip hazards and kill the grass, too. Until recently, it was very problematic to remove these trees for […]

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The owner of real property can end up paying twice when they pay their general contractor who, in turn, fails to pay the subcontractors and suppliers. However, this very real consequence can be avoided, too. While drafted to protect contractors and suppliers, Florida law also provides substantial protection in favor of the consumer (a.k.a, the […]

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Even though gated communities have fences, they can still offer a false sense of security because of vulnerabilities in the physical security and a lack of a security program that integrates people, procedures and equipment. Do gated communities mitigate criminal activity from occurring in the neighborhood? Residents tend to feel they can leave their car […]

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In 2019 almost 1/40 new cars sold were electric vehicles (EVs). This amount is expected to almost double by 2022, with EVs representing 1/20 new cars sold, ultimately reaching 1/5 in a decade. This trend is creating a need for a new amenity at condominiums: EV charging stations. In Florida, condominium associations are required by law […]

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Effective August 15, 2019, the Regulatory Council of Community Association Managers changed the requirements for continuing education for license renewal. The number of hours required have been reduced from 20 to 15 hours each license period. The new requirements are: All community association manager licensees must satisfactorily complete a minimum of 15 hours of continuing […]

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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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Speeding within communities is a dangerous concern for most HOAs. This is especially true for large communities such as Parkland Golf & Country Club (PGCC), which consists of long, wide roads that may tempt some drivers to hammer down on the gas pedal. This speeding concern became a critical issue that the PGCC HOA decided […]

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Are you seeking additional information to help you serve on your board? If you are looking to expand your knowledge and help your association, check out the upcoming educational courses being offered in Miami-Dade in October. Dollars & Sense Wednesday, October 16, 2019 Registration begins at 10:30 am Event goes from 11 am – 1 […]

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Florida Association News Blog

Operating Your Association During The Coronavirus Outbreak: Navigating the Turbulence

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

How To Remove Troublesome Trees

Construction Progress Payments: The Hidden Trap

Gated Communities have Fences; They can still offer a false sense of security

Installing Personal Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Condominiums

New CEU Requirements For Licensed Community Association Managers

Making Your Condo Smoke Free: A Guide for Florida Condominiums

A Case Study in Ending Speeding in Community Associations: Parkland Golf & Country Club

Upcoming Educational Events in Miami-Dade

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