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Hoarding in Community Associations

Community association managers and board members often find themselves dealing with the mental illness of a resident; especially if the resident has no family members willing to help. Hoarding has especially grown in prevalence in community associations. Many associations find …

Community Update – January 2025

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This year promises to be filled with new opportunities to grow together as a community. Whether you’re considering implementing a …

Perils and Pitfalls of Social Media in Community Associations

Social media has transformed the way people communicate. In restaurants you can look around and see people “dining together” while on their cell phone. I was at a movie theater this weekend and …

Community Update – November 2024

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It’s time to start getting ready for the holidays and other year-end celebrations! This issue of CUP explores some common issues that …

Community Update – October 2024

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This issue of CUP highlights a range of timely topics for board members and managers. Whether you’re preparing for budget …

Condominium Officers, Directors and Managers Who Solicit, Offer to Accept, or Accept “Kickbacks” Now Commit a Felony of the Third Degree

Florida lawmakers revised Chapter 718, Florida’s Condominium Act, once again following the 2024 Legislative Session through House Bill 1021, which was signed by Governor DeSantis and became effective July 1, 2024.  One of the most surprising revisions to some, was …

Condo Director Term Limits Questioned

Q: Our condominium association hasn’t held elections for many years due to a lack of more applicants than available board seats. We are considering amending how we handle board terms and adding term limits at the next annual meeting. …

Community Update – September 2024

TO THOSE AFFECTED BY HURRICANE HELENE

While some areas of the West Coast and Panhandle were fortunate to escape …

Guarding Against the Unauthorized Practice of Law

The unauthorized practice of law poses significant legal and financial risks to both community association managers (CAMs), board members, and the communities they serve. The Florida Supreme Court has consistently ruled on the boundaries of lawful conduct for non-lawyers, particularly …