Property management, in the broadest of terms, is defined as the operation, control and oversight of real estate. Most property managers would agree that definition is just a starting point. There are many facets to the demandin…
“Get it in writing,” is a time-honored axiom. For Florida condominium associations, cooperatives and homeowners’ association it is more than advice, it is the law. A primary responsibility of all association boards is to hold regular, a…
The state of Florida has long been considered a vacation and retirement destination for the rest of the United States and the entire globe. With more than 8,000 miles of shoreline and 1,300 miles of beaches, Florida’s natural water vist…
Florida is known for sunshine, palm trees, and sandy beaches. At first glance, lawns and lawn care, outside of luxurious golf courses, may seem to be non-issues for many Floridians. But step away from the beaches and Floridians, like m…
When a celebrity or public figure stands out and charms the public, he or she is said to have charisma—an elusive quality, often described as personality, magnetism, charm or appeal. Whatever you call it, it's highly desirable, thoughtf…
The discovery of fire is considered a major turning point in man's evolution from cave dweller to outer space explorer. Control of fire allowed early man warmth for his habitat, a way to cook his meals, and light for his surroundings. …
Curb appeal provides that first impression, the attention-grabbing feature that all condominium and co-op properties strive for. In Florida, curb appeal usually starts with a little paint and a lot of native landscaping, plus some dram…
In December 2008, the National Bureau of Economic Research announced that the United States was in a recession that had started back in December 2007. The official announcement was old news for most Americans. Most financially…
With more than 8,000 miles of shoreline and 1,300 miles of sand, Florida is a beach lover’s paradise. From the sugar-white expanses of the panhandle to the shell-lined sands of Sanibel and the rocky coastal beaches of the Keys, you are …
As recently as the 1930’s, only 68 percent of American homes had electricity. By the middle of the last century however, most Americans enjoyed well-lighted homes, and the light had started to spread outdoors as well. Initially, yards a…