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The Role of Impartial Committees in Condominium Elections

The focus of this article is on impartial committees for the annual election. This committee tallies the votes that were cast and determines the outcome of the election. If selected in advance of the annual meeting by the Board, the …

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Statutory and Non-Statutory Reserves in Homeowners’ Associations

Given the fiduciary responsibilities of directors and officers to the members of their homeowners’ association, it is important to understand when reserve funding is mandatory under the Florida Homeowners’ Association Act (Chapter 720, Florida Statutes).

Reserve accounts in …

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Top 10 Manager Dos And Don’ts

Managers and directors are faced with many decisions while operating and managing community associations. To be effective, it is important to prioritize which issues must be addressed, and in what order, and to be able to determine which matters need …

Should Board Members Be Paid?

Q: Is a condominium association permitted to pay the members of the board of directors? Board members spend a lot of time and energy in a thankless job. It only seems fair that they should get some benefit for …

Director Compensation: Do I Get Paid for This?

Q:  I am considering running for the board of my condominium association. However, there is a lot of work involved in being on the Board. It can be a thankless position, which discourages many owners from volunteering. Can we …

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What is a “Fining Committee” and Who Can Be on It?

Of all enforcement options available to an association for violations of its governing documents, the imposition of fines is one that yields many questions due to the strict procedures required to impose a fine. If the process is not followed …

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My Association is Responsible for What?!? The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Contractual Indemnity

“Indemnity” is a legal term of art which stands for the right of a party to claim reimbursement for its loss, damage, or liability from another party who has such a duty.  Ordinarily, the duty to indemnify arises through express …

Community Update – May 2021

In this Issue

This month, we’re thrilled to announce the launch of new community association podcast,