Q: Some owners in my condominium association have discussed having candidates running for a local office come speak to our members. However, the board of directors has questioned whether this is appropriate. Is it permissible to invite candidates for a political office to come speak to the members of our […]
The Board Sets the Tone The greatest challenges facing community associations are not just aging infrastructure, reserve funding, rising costs, or difficult owners. Very often, a significant obstacle to a successful community is a dysfunctional board. Most directors volunteer because they care about their community. They want to protect property […]
For more episodes of Take It To The Board, click here! Can ordinary citizens become heroes during a disaster? Discover how Community Emergency Response Teams (CERTs) help everyday people play essential roles in emergency situations. Join Take It To The Board host Donna DiMaggio Berger and guest Dr. Jesse P. Spearo, the […]
On Thursday, June 25, 2026, the governor signed House Bill 797 (HB 797) completely overhauling Chapter 617 of the Florida Statutes, formerly known as the Florida Not For Profit Corporation Act. Chapter 617 became the Florida Nonprofit Corporation Act on July 1, 2026. Many of the statutory changes in this […]
Q: I am new to the board of directors at my condominium association, and at a recent board meeting it was brought up that the association has not filed its annual report with the State of Florida. Because of this, the association was at risk of being dissolved. No one […]
