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“Lessons We’re Learning from COVID-19” – FLCAJ Magazine

07.28.2020
Donna DiMaggio Berger

The COVID-19 pandemic has rewritten the operational script for many industries, including the community association industry. As with most of life’s challenges, we are acquiring take-away lessons that will help us adapt even more quickly the next time a curveball heads our way. The following lessons our boards, residents, and […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association, Disaster Recovery

“Disaster Planning Beyond Hurricanes” – FLCAJ Magazine

07.28.2020

Florida associations are accustomed to preparing for hurricanes, but disaster plans should also account for other catastrophic events where there is often less advance warning, such as tornadoes or even activeshooter scenarios. Relying on outside crisis experts for guidance is crucial to ensure that your association is prepared to handle […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association, Disaster Recovery

“Pandemic Has Changed How Boards Do Business” – News-Press

07.27.2020
Joseph E. Adams

Q: Our condominium association board held online/telephone monthly meetings during the pandemic enabling owners to listen and ask questions. Normally, our board holds meetings where owners may attend in person. When the Florida Governor implemented Phase 2, the board went back to in person attendance meetings with social distancing. Is […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association

Does My Association Include Fully Funded Reserves in Its Proposed Budget?

07.23.2020

With the budget season approaching, many condominium associations may wonder how to prepare a budget when it’s anticipated that members will vote to waive or partially fund reserves. The board must create a proposed annual budget that includes estimated revenues and expenses. In addition to annual operating expenses, Section 718.112(2)(f)(2)a, […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association