Understanding Stormwater Systems

Monday, May 20th, 2019 in Announcements, Condo, HOA, Hurricane, Landscaping, Management, Property Maintenance, Vendors by FAN

South Florida is a region where seasonal rains fall over flat lands that offer little drainage. It is imperative that associations understand their stormwater systems and that ongoing maintenance of drainage systems is performed for flood prevention and compliance. Some counties and local water control districts require licensing and renewal of the permits for the […]

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Preparing Your Community Association’s Landscaping for Hurricane Season

Monday, May 6th, 2019 in Condo, HOA, Hurricane, Landscaping, Vendors by FAN

There are two constants every summer in South Florida: high temperatures and hurricane season. As Floridians know, hurricanes can cause some serious damage to our landscapes if preventative measures aren’t taken. It is the responsibility of the Board and Property Manager to prepare a community’s landscaping to mitigate any possible damages. The following are some […]

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Narrowing The Cone of Uncertainty – Is Your Community Association Prepared for an Emergency?

Thursday, August 16th, 2018 in Announcements, Condo, HOA, Hurricane, Legal, Property Maintenance, Safety, Vendors by FAN

Once disaster strikes, the opportunity to adequately prepare for a hurricane has passed.  As Florida enters hurricane season, we wish to remind community associations and their members of the importance of having a plan in place to operate the association, make emergency repairs and ensure the safety of the unit owners, guests and tenants immediately […]

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Preparing Your Florida Community Association for Hurricane Season

Tuesday, May 22nd, 2018 in Condo, HOA, Hurricane, Landscaping, Management, Property Maintenance, Safety, Staff, Vendors by FAN

Hurricane season starts on June 1. Has your Florida community association started taking the necessary steps to be well prepared for any possible storms this season? If your association has not begun preparing, then now is the time to get ready. Here are some tips on how to prepare your Florida community association for this […]

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Prepare to Protect – Proper Landscaping for Hurricane Season

Tuesday, May 15th, 2018 in Announcements, Condo, HOA, Hurricane, Landscaping, Property Maintenance, Safety, Vendors by FAN

Summer is right around the corner and with it comes the dreaded hurricane season. Floridians know that hurricanes bring significant damage not only to properties but to landscapes as well. Therefore, it is important to be prepared for these storms by sheltering your home and making sure you have stocked up on food, water and […]

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Ensure Your TV is Hurricane Ready

Thursday, May 3rd, 2018 in Announcements, Condo, HOA, Hurricane, Technology, Vendors by FAN

Preparing for hurricane season brings a laundry list of to-do items to ensure you and your family are safe before, during and after the storm. Often times, we remember to fill our gas tanks and stock up on water, non-perishable food and generators; however, especially in our mobile, on-the-go world, we forget to have an […]

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Are You Crazy If You DON’T Special Assess For Hurricane Damage?

Thursday, March 22nd, 2018 in Announcements, Condo, Contracts, HOA, Hurricane, Property Maintenance by FAN

Did your association pay for damage from Hurricane Irma with operating funds? Did you consider a special assessment? What if half of your owners could be reimbursed up to $2,000 by their insurance company for the amount of the special assessment attributable to hurricane damage.  Would that change your mind? Many condo owners in Florida […]

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Rembaum’s Association Roundup: Floods And Flood Insurance: Don’t Be Up The Creek Without A Paddle

Wednesday, October 4th, 2017 in Announcements, Condo, HOA, Hurricane, Legal, Vendors by FAN

As we, our neighbors, families, and friends, here and in Puerto Rico, are picking up the pieces in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Maria, the prospect of making claims on our homeowner’s insurance policies can seem overwhelming in the face of the destruction caused by these storms. Much of the damage in our […]

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Budget Tips: 3 Reasons Your Association Property Insurance Premiums May Continue to Decrease! Especially for Condominiums

Tuesday, September 20th, 2016 in Announcements, Condo, Contracts, HOA, Hurricane by FAN

A lot of condominiums and on a lesser scale, homeowner associations, have seen significant reductions in their association property insurance premiums over the past couple of years.  What is causing this and will it last?  Based on what we have been told by various Agents and experts in the industry, these reductions have been driven […]

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Hurricane Preparedness for Your Community Association

Monday, June 6th, 2016 in Announcements, Condo, HOA, Hurricane, Management, Property Maintenance, Safety, Staff by FAN

The dreaded hurricane season is here. June 1 marks the beginning of the season, which goes until November 30. Does your community have a plan? If not, now is the time to create one. Knowing the necessary steps to prepare is key and this is where it all starts. The best time to plan is […]

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