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Board Operations
2018 December Effective Committees Delegating Makes Light Work
Board Operations
2018 December Readying Your HOA for Emergencies This Is Only a Test
Board Operations
2018 December Boards Battle Burnout Minimizing the Stress of Governance
Board Operations
2019 Fall Managing Board Conflict How to Maintain Harmony
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Board Culture What Traits Make a Board Successful?
Q&A
2019 December Current Issue
Management

Keeping an Often Digital Paper Trail

Best practices for maintaining community association records

It is essential that a community association keep thorough records of its financials, rules and regulations, meeting min…
Management
Service Animals vs. Pet Rules
2016 December

Service Animals vs. Pet Rules

Separating Friend From Fraud

Mosquitoes and Zika
2016 December

Mosquitoes and Zika

Managing and Avoiding Mosquito Problems

Keeping the Lines Open
2016 January

Keeping the Lines Open

The Importance of Good Communication

Improving Meeting Effectiveness
2016 January

Improving Meeting Effectiveness

A Meeting of the Minds

Finance

The Appraisal Process

Knowing Your Worth

For many people, appraisals – why they’re done, how they’re done, and how they’re used – are a mystery. But that need no…
Finance
Reversing the Trend
2016 December

Reversing the Trend

Reverse Mortgages for Co-ops?

Don’t Raid the Cookie Jar
2015 July

Don’t Raid the Cookie Jar

Capital Budgeting is Essential

Dealing with Code Violations
2015 July

Dealing with Code Violations

Better Safe Than Sorry

In The Black
2015 July

In The Black

Explaining Common Co-op/Condo Budget Terminology



On The Board
  • Board Operations
  • Management Relations
  • Owner Relations

Board Demographics

Old Guard Versus New Blood

Volunteerism is arguably the bedrock of co-op and condominium communities. One buys into one or the other with the expec…
Board Optics
2019 Fall

Board Optics

The Perception of Performance

Diversifying the Board
2018 December

Diversifying the Board

Prioritizing and Practicing Inclusivity

The Upsides of Board Service
2018 December

The Upsides of Board Service

Benefits, Rewards, and a Job Well Done

The Chain of  Communication
2018 December

The Chain of Communication

Establishing Connections – and Boundaries – Between Board and Residents

Knowing When to Call Your Manager

Managing Day-to-Day Priorities

Charles Dickens once said, “It is a pleasant world we live in, sir, a very pleasant world. There are bad people in it, …
Secrets of Successful Managers
2014 January

Secrets of Successful Managers

Don’t Overlook the Details!

Changing Managers or Firms?
2014 January

Changing Managers or Firms?

Don’t Overlook the Details!

Keeping Track of Paperwork

Properly Managing Association Records

While keeping the records of the association is not the most fascinating part of board membership, it is in some ways o…
Board Owner Do’s and Don’ts
2014 February

Board Owner Do’s and Don’ts

What Makes a Board Successful?

Making the Switch
2014 February

Making the Switch

Transitioning from Sponsor to Owner Control

Howdy, Neighbor!
2014 February

Howdy, Neighbor!

Cultivating a Sense of Community

Taming Transient Turnmoil
2013 February

Taming Transient Turnmoil

Managing Renters in Condos



Maintenance
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Elevator Refurbishment

Managing a Major Service Disruption

No matter how well-constructed and carefully maintained, no mechanical system lasts forever – and that goes for elevator…
Elevator Repair and Replacement Projects
2018 December

Elevator Repair and Replacement Projects

Maximizing Safety, Minimizing Disruption

Heating Options for Multifamily Communities
2018 December

Heating Options for Multifamily Communities

Get Warm, Stay Warm

Hidden Energy Wasters
2018 December

Hidden Energy Wasters

Finding Them Saves Money

Safety and Security
2017 December

Safety and Security

(Un)Common Sense Safety

Care and Maintenance of Skylights

Keeping a Value-Adding Amenity From Being a Liability

No matter what time of year, the addition of natural light into a living space can do more to boost the spirits of its o…
Identifying Leaks
2017 April

Identifying Leaks

Stopping Water Damage in Its Tracks

Sinkholes!
2017 April

Sinkholes!

When the Ground Gives Way

Exterior Inspections
2017 April

Exterior Inspections

How’s Your Facade?

Managing Owners' Renovations
2016 March

Managing Owners' Renovations

Tear Down This Wall

Plumbing the Depths

Pipes, Drains and Your HOA's Water Supply

Of all the modern conveniences we take for granted, perhaps none is as profoundly basic —and indispensable—as indoor pl…
Your Building's Anatomy
2014 November

Your Building's Anatomy

Systems That Keep Your Building Functioning

Do It Yourself…Or Not?
2013 November

Do It Yourself…Or Not?

When To Call a Pro!

Where's the Money?
2013 November

Where's the Money?

Alternative Funding for Capital Improvements

Live Long and Prosper
2013 November

Live Long and Prosper

Life Spans of Building Systems



Insurance

Property Insurance Basics

What Boards Need to Know

Understanding Your Coverage

Common Terms and Options for Insurance

Homesharing and Insurance

What Your Board Should Know

Identifying Insurance Options

One Size Does Not Fit All!

When Waters Rise

Flood Insurance for Condos

Design

Design for All

The Functionality of Universal Design

Splish-Splash

Enhancing Your Community with Water Features

New Life for Unused Rooms

Re-Tooling Common Areas

Uncommon Areas

Sprucing Up Shared Spaces

Organizations

The Insurance Information Institute

A One-Stop Resource for Florida Homeowners

The Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association

Leading Florida's Green Industry

The National Fire Protection Association

Working to Stop Fires Before They Start

The Florida Swimming Pool Association

Training, Education and Professionalism for Pool Administrators

Aiming for Green

A Look at the US Green Buildings Council

Events

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Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am – 4:00pm add to calendar 12-12-2019 10:00 12-12-2019 16:00 America/New_York The Cooperator Expo South Florida A must attend for all board members, property managers, condo & HOA decision makers and apartment building owners. Learn about the latest services from more than 340 exhibitors. Attend educational seminars, network with your peers and get free advice from industry experts. For information, visit www.fl-expo.com. Greater Fort Lauderdale / Broward County Convention Center, 1950 Eisenhower Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA MM/DD/YYYY
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A must attend for all board members, property managers, condo & HOA decision makers and apartment building owners. Learn about the latest services from more than 340 exhibitors. Attend educational seminars, network with your peers and get free advice from industry experts. For information, visit www.fl-expo.com.
Greater Fort Lauderdale / Broward County Convention Center, 1950 Eisenhower Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA map
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News

12/3/2019  Wanted in Russia, he partied at Mar-a-Lago — and invested in cheap South Florida homes—Stock Daily Dish
12/3/2019  Wanted in Russia, he partied at Mar-a-Lago — and invested in cheap South Florida homes—Stock Daily Dish
Last year, President Donald Trump’s private Mar-a-Lago club hosted a black-tie “Safari Night” fundraiser for a favorite charity of one of his older sisters. The event included Chinese dancers, a silent art auction and one unusual guest: Sergey Danilochkin, a Russian real estate investor who had settled in South Florida after authorities in his home country accused him of taking part in a massive tax fraud linked to the most contentious corruption case of the 21st century.
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12/3/2019  Holiday shopping spree? Sales surge at La Clara—The Palm Beach Post
12/3/2019  Holiday shopping spree? Sales surge at La Clara—The Palm Beach Post
Buyers may be putting a luxury condominium in their shopping cart this holiday season, judging by the action at two new West Palm Beach condominiums.
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12/3/2019  Palm Beach Relies On Calmness, Wellness To Lure Condo Buyers—Bisnow
12/3/2019  Palm Beach Relies On Calmness, Wellness To Lure Condo Buyers—Bisnow
As the Palm Beach Post has explored real estate and demographic trends to come in Palm Beach County the next decade — including more active-adult, 55+ communities, a growing Latino population and building booms in western municipalities like Wellington and Royal Palm Beach — it also is gearing up to have a direct hand in the built environment's future.
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12/3/2019  Soccer superstar Lionel Messi scores Porsche Design condo—The Real Deal Miami
12/3/2019  Soccer superstar Lionel Messi scores Porsche Design condo—The Real Deal Miami
Lionel Messi, considered by many to be the world’s greatest soccer player of all time, bought a condo at Porsche Design Tower in Sunny Isles Beach for $5 million, The Real Deal has learned.
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12/2/2019  Paradise lost: Condo management drives Palm Beach retiree to despair—The Palm Beach Post
12/2/2019  Paradise lost: Condo management drives Palm Beach retiree to despair—The Palm Beach Post
Johnny Ray was looking forward to a peaceful, relaxing retirement. Like many who flock to sunny South Florida, Ray, 59, thought he’d found paradise when he bought a gorgeous, ground floor, oceanfront condo on the south end of Palm Beach. He was wrong.
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12/2/2019  Sereno condo association sues, alleging poor workmanship—The Real Deal
12/2/2019  Sereno condo association sues, alleging poor workmanship—The Real Deal
At Sereno at Bay Harbor Islands, residents are alleging that water is intruding in various locations, access gates and doors are improperly installed and stucco is cracking on exterior walls, according to a lawsuit filed this month.
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12/2/2019  Exclusive art events are coming to luxury condos on the eve of Art Basel. Here’s why—Miami Herald
12/2/2019  Exclusive art events are coming to luxury condos on the eve of Art Basel. Here’s why—Miami Herald
Luxury condo towers across Miami are prepping for Art Basel by hosting meet and greets with famed artists and exclusive showings. It’s all part of what buyers expect these days, organizers said.
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11/21/2019  Harvey, James Henry "Pop" III (Obituary)—The Press of Atlantic City
11/21/2019  Harvey, James Henry "Pop" III (Obituary)—The Press of Atlantic City
Harvey, James Henry "Pop" III, - 98, of Ocean City, NJ passed away at Genesis Court House Center on November 16, 2019. Born in Ocean City, NJ. He graduated from Ocean City High School and Franklin & Marshall College. He was a supervisor for New Jersey Bell Telephone retiring after 38 years. He resided in Northfield and Linwood before returning to Ocean City. After retiring he spent winters in Ft. Myers Beach, Fla. He was a veteran of WWII and served in the Navy. Mr. Harvey was a member and past master of the Keystone Masonic Lodge #153, member of the New Jersey Bell Pioneers, and member and past president of the Estero Cove Condo Association, Ft. Myers Beach, Fla.
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11/20/2019  Condo residents seek cheaper option in making fire-protection upgrades—Valliant News
11/20/2019  Condo residents seek cheaper option in making fire-protection upgrades—Valliant News
A state law is supposed to make condos safer from fire, but most buildings plan to save money by protecting only their common areas, not individual units.
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11/19/2019  Campbell Property Management hosting complimentary “Condo Board Certification Course”—Miami's Community Newspapers
11/19/2019  Campbell Property Management hosting complimentary “Condo Board Certification Course”—Miami's Community Newspapers
Campbell Property Management, Eisinger Law and Platinum Group Security are sponsoring a complimentary, DBPR-approved condo board certification course on Wednesday, December 11th at the Hollywood Beach Culture & Community Center. Registration for the free event will begin at 10:30am.
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11/19/2019  Only 30 percent of Miami’s millennial renters are saving enough to buy, report says—Miami Herald
11/19/2019  Only 30 percent of Miami’s millennial renters are saving enough to buy, report says—Miami Herald
Millennial renters in South Florida want to buy, but a study found that less than half of the population can afford to do so.
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11/18/2019  Donald Trump tries to lower his property taxes in South Florida—Valliant News
11/18/2019  Donald Trump tries to lower his property taxes in South Florida—Valliant News
Trump and his companies paid about $2.9 million in 2016 taxes — far less than the $3.7 million local law enforcement has spent to protect him during seven visits to Palm Beach since January.
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11/18/2019  Miami’s condo king will hand crown to son next year—The Real Deal South Florida
11/18/2019  Miami’s condo king will hand crown to son next year—The Real Deal South Florida
Miami’s condo king is preparing to hand over the title of president to his son within the next year. Jorge Pérez, president and CEO of Related Group, will give up some control to his son, Jon Paul Pérez, in 2020, an executive at the company said during a Bisnow event on Thursday.
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11/18/2019  $168K grabbed from condo‘s drop box, Miami-Dade cops say—Valliant News
11/18/2019  $168K grabbed from condo‘s drop box, Miami-Dade cops say—Valliant News
Checks and money orders that were placed in a the drop box of a south Miami-Dade condominium were grabbed multiple times by burglars who stole a total of $168,000, according to Miami-Dade police.
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11/18/2019  Forged documents alleged at Broward tax office—Valliant News
11/18/2019  Forged documents alleged at Broward tax office—Valliant News
At least three companies are accused of filing forged documents with Broward County’s tax office to obtain hundreds of thousands of dollars owed to people whose property had been auctioned off to pay debt.
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11/15/2019  Fontainebleau Miami Beach Secures $1.18 Billion Refi—Globe St.
11/15/2019  Fontainebleau Miami Beach Secures $1.18 Billion Refi—Globe St.
Fontainebleau Development has closed on a fixed rate loan totaling $1.175 billion for its iconic Fontainebleau Miami Beach hotel resort property here.
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11/15/2019  Miami Worldcenter Is Adding Luxury Condo-Hotel Tower—Law.com
11/15/2019  Miami Worldcenter Is Adding Luxury Condo-Hotel Tower—Law.com
The latest addition to the downtown Miami Worldcenter will be a luxury condominium-hotel skyscraper that promises to be a novel product for Miami.
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11/12/2019  At Jorge Pérez’s new ‘El Espacio,’ art tells a troubling story of our times—Miami Herald
11/12/2019  At Jorge Pérez’s new ‘El Espacio,’ art tells a troubling story of our times—Miami Herald
Miami’s Condo King is best known for soaring towers that have reshaped urban skylines across Latin America and India. But Jorge Pérez’s latest project — and arguably the one he’s most excited about, at least these days — is a mere two stories tall. Except for the fresh paint and sliding gate securing the parking area, it’s indistinguishable from its boxy warehouse neighbors.
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11/12/2019  Woman Killed By Falling Tree Branch In Boca Raton—CBS 4 Miami
11/12/2019  Woman Killed By Falling Tree Branch In Boca Raton—CBS 4 Miami
A woman was killed when a tree branch fell on her as she took a walk Saturday in Boca Raton. Boca Raton police said the woman, who was in her 20s, was killed just after 9:30 a.m. Saturday at a condo complex.
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11/12/2019  Multifamily, opportunity zones and condo markets top this week’s real estate events—Miami Herald
11/12/2019  Multifamily, opportunity zones and condo markets top this week’s real estate events—Miami Herald
ULI Miami holds its fall symposium, one of the most substantive real estate events of the season, from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. at the Mandarin Oriental, 550 Brickell Key Drive.
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