Does your community association require its vendors to provide evidence of insurance prior to commencing work within the community? What about vendors of owners? Before associations enter into contracts with vendors, we recommend they verify…
Retrofit, high-rise building, lowest threshold, compartmentation, “opt-out” . . . what do these words have in common? They all relate to the Florida Fire Prevention Code (the “Code”) and served to confuse many condominium association…
It’s officially November and you know what that means: parties, decorations, food, friends, and fun. As an HOA, you play an integral part in making your residents feel the holiday spirit which can seem like…
Smart Technology is changing the way the world works around us. Every day, it makes our lives easier in both big and small ways. You’re now able to bring your friends with you wherever you…
When it comes to community management, it’s easy for things to turn south quickly. However, with the right practices, your community can thrive. It may seem like people expect a lot nowadays, but with a…
Have you ever said to yourself, “This would be a lot easier with more hands?” Well, that is exactly what Community Management is! If you’ve ever lived in or worked in an apartment complex, homeowners…
Shimmering lights, inflatable mascots, and decorative ornaments in and outside of your homes – it’s one of the most exciting times of the year for homeowners. Decorating the exterior of your home is a fun…
The Better Business Bureau of Southeast Florida & the Caribbean has appointed Jonathan Louis as its Chairman. Mr. Louis’ term officially began in January 1, 2019. "For more than 100 years, BBB has been a…
Clarifying the Manager's Role As a rule, Associations should hire Management Companies with Credentials. The AAMC Credential ensures that you hire a management company that ensures the proper training of their managers, and the professionalism…
What is the CG2037? The CG2037 is a commercial general liability policy endorsement that modifies a standard policy by adding a personal or company such as a general contractor to the subcontractor’s policy. This endorsement…
Every year the state of Florida experiences an ebb and flow of full-time and part-time residents; as the seasons change, so does the population. Part-time residents from the northern United States and Canada live and…
Anonymous buyers and foreign investors for years have been using the Miami-Dade Condo Market as an investment opportunity for offshore money. But now, tow investigations have put those shadow buyers under the microscope. Earlier this…
Although it may sometimes feel as if our pets have the run of the roost. In order to maintain the status quo – especially in a communal living environment such as a condominium, cooperative or…
The best property managers realize they don’t know everything. To be successful, a manager must stay abreast of new legal developments, new building technology, and a host of other specialized areas – as well as…
The coolest new amenity must have in luxury condominiums are car elevators and in-unit parking. It’s exactly what it sounds like: you drive your vehicle onto an elevator platform, hit a button, and you and…
Going green is the latest trend today. Whether it’s the special green issue of a popular consumer magazine, an advertisement for a fuel-efficient hybrid car or a push toward environmentally-friendly building materials, the message is…