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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 Association’s Board as well as the tenants and the owners). From... read more
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 not aware of the competition... read more
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 changes come from a new bill that Governor Ron DeSantis signed into... read more
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 transaction. So, the question often posed is why would I... read more
Home Prices Are Up 18 Percent in Miami
In Miami, it is well understood that home prices are skyrocketing, and they continue to increase upward every year as demand becomes more significant. Sometimes it can seem as though this is just a Miami situation, but it is reflected across the country. The national median for home prices rose 18% which puts the median... read more
When Was the Last Time You Reviewed Your HOA Budget?
For most Floridians, fall is just a label that is placed on another set of months because we don't really experience the dramatic temperature shifts the way other states do. However, the beginning of fall is significant when it comes to HOA’s because of one thing in particular - budget season. Your board of directors... read more
5 Mistakes New HOA Board Members Make and How to Avoid Them in Florida
If you made the move to get elected to your HOA board or are interested in getting involved, it could be the first step to you making a difference in your community. From specific improvements that affect the neighborhood looks to less obvious ones that could have a lasting impact on community relations, there are... read more
How much power does an HOA president have?
We often hear a common question: what can an HOA president do, and how much power do they have. This question is a really great one and filled with nuances that can be hard to parse if you don't know much about how an HOA works in the first place. The first thing to understand... read more