May 2013 - Florida Association News Blog

by John Tight, CEO, Campbell Property Management What should you do before hiring a painter for your home? First, make sure to follow your HOAs’ rules and regulations regarding architectural modifications and painting projects. Many HOAs have restrictions on color palettes and other specifications. Second, knowing how to hire a professional painter is important… not only […]

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by Evan Bradley, CFO, Campbell Property Management Do you use a computer or cell phone? In today’s society, technology plays a huge role in how we communicate with one another. Businesses, schools, and now property management companies are turning to technology to help aid in communication. Property management companies are now providing technology solutions to […]

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by John Tight, CEO, Campbell Property Management Does your community have a lake or multiple lakes? According to Sherry Boas of the Orlando Sentinel, “Florida contains more than 30,000 lakes that cover a little more than 3 million acres of land.” These bodies of water are everywhere, including many South Florida neighborhoods. Many communities in […]

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by Dan Tiernan, COO, Campbell Property Management How important is the quality of the people who manage your community? Manager and staff turnover is highly disruptive to the operation of a community. To help ensure the smooth operation of your community, hire a management company with qualified staff and a low employee turnover rate. A […]

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by Brian Tight, Director of Developer Relations & Lake Worth Regional Director, Campbell Property Management Has your community had to deal with tree roots damaging your sidewalks by causing cracking or lifting? Florida hosts a wide variety of tree species. Many of these species, such as Oak trees, can be seen near or around your home. […]

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by Dan Tiernan, COO, Campbell Property Management Do you know what bills were passed this year? The 2013 Florida Legislative Session ended on May 6th, 2013 with the main issue of whether the Mortgage Foreclosure Bill or HB 87, would successfully pass. The bill, taken up by the Senate, passed 26-13 and is now on […]

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by William B. Campbell, III, VP of Sales and Marketing, Campbell Property Management How many times has someone tried to nickel and dime you or your community association? Unfortunately, nickel and diming happens quite frequently in the service industry because certain companies prefer to gain your business with an appealing “low price” and then add […]

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by Evan Bradley, CFO, Campbell Property Management Are you ready for the upcoming hurricane season? South Florida’s 2013 hurricane season is approaching quickly. The National Hurricane Center states that the hurricane season begins on June 1st and ends November 30th. We all know Mother Nature doesn’t read any calendars and these tropical storms can occasionally […]

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by Dan Tiernan, COO, Campbell Property Management Should communities have automated external defibrillators (AEDs) available for medical emergencies? “Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a leading cause of death, killing more than one million people worldwide each year. SCA can strike persons of any age, gender, race, and even those who seem in good health. When sudden […]

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