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4 Tips to Being a Better Condo Association Board Member
After joining your community association board, you’re probably wondering how you can successfully make an impact. Whether you’ve been on the board before, been on for a long time and are looking for a different direction to be more involved or you are brand new,...
Planning for an HOA Budget
It goes without saying that an HOA budget is a fundamental piece for any board to oversee and manage. It acts as a guide to steer the board to its goals. A budget can help you prepare for the coming year's expenses such as: maintenanceutilityinsurancemanagement...
Starting Your Career as a Realtor on the Right Foot
A new career can sometimes be scary or even a bit overwhelming, but – at the same time – there can be a lot of hope and ambition wrapped up in your transition to a fresh chapter. Whether you have just gotten your realtor’s license or have had one for a little while...
Preparing for New Board Members in Your HOA
Every board of directors, no matter the size, should be prepared for a new member orientation. Why? Educating new members to the best of your ability on what is currently happening within your organization and the community will mean fewer headaches and confusion down...
Will Insurance Companies Stop Providing Coverage to Floridians After a Storm?
As we're about to end hurricane season here in Florida, it is still imperative to understand how insurance companies and policies work in the Sunshine State as of right now. Another hurricane season will come to Miami next year and residents shouldn’t ignore that...
How to Effectively Communicate with Your Board, as a Property Manager
Like a lot of things in life, communication is the key to success and better opportunities. In the world of property management, communication is not just the key but the answer to keeping the property in optimum shape and those involved satisfied (like the...
A Look at The Miami Market: Condos vs Single Family Homes
South Florida is undergoing a lot of changes right now. One of the biggest changes is that new home buyers are taking the plunge into a market that is full of changing rates and demand. When new home buyers go into the market, they are hopeful; however, they are often...
The Changes in Property Insurance in Florida: What You Need to Know
Starting July 1st, it became harder for individuals to take insurers to court in Florida. In addition, policyholders that have state-owned Citizens Property Insurance will more than likely see rates increase which could put a strain on some due to the economy. These...
A Title Agency Without a Lawyer? Why You Should Use a Lawyer
Like many states, Florida does not actually require an attorney during real estate transactions. That means that buyers and sellers can have the choice of using an attorney or they can just go with a title company to handle all the closing details of their...