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At a time when a significant number of Floridians are still struggling to make ends meet, millions of Florida homeowners could be faced with the threat of yet another forced increase in their cost of living. At issue is what some attorneys in Florida want to call the “unlicensed practice of law” by community association […]
Continue ReadingIt is important for boards of directors to be aware that conflicts of interest or dualities of interest sometime occur in the course of conducting the business affairs of the homeowner association. The appearance of same can be troublesome – – even if there is in fact no conflict whatsoever. Conflicts occur because the many […]
Continue ReadingWe all know that whenever a vendor is on-site to address an HOA issue, certain homeowners like to take advantage of the opportunity to add their two cents about other things around the community, or even their own property, that the vendor could address “just so long as they’re in the area.” This is a […]
Continue ReadingAs we look ahead to November this election season, HOA Management (.com) has decided to shed some light on a hot topic in the HOA community. Now is the time when political signs start popping up in the yards and windows of many homeowners. If you own a home in a community association institute such as an […]
Continue ReadingA homeowners association can be beneficial to owners of condominiums, houses and other residential properties, but problems often arise when internal disputes are brought to the attention of the association. Effective dispute resolution is an essential pary of any successful HOA. The Need for a Dispute Resolution Plan As noted by law firm Swedelson & Gottlieb, most […]
Continue ReadingThe following is an excerpt from the article “The Ethical Path” by Michael Ramsey, published in the September/October Edition of Common Ground Magazine… “Avoid even the appearance of impropriety,” is a phrase many lawyers like to use when advising their clients on ethical grounds. Amongcommunity association institutes and boards, many scenarios arise that can challenge a […]
Continue ReadingTake your neighborhood back – join a Neighborhood Watch Program through your local Police Department or Crime Prevention Group. We imagine you are saying, “Oh another project to devote time to that I don’t have”….but it really doesn’t take much time. It does take getting to know your neighbors, being an extra set of ears […]
Continue ReadingIf there is only one thing that all community associations, big or small, have in common, it’s this: They must all hire a vendor to perform work on their behalf at one point or another. That’s why it is very important for a homeowners or condo association to know how to property select a vendor […]
Continue Readingfiduciary (n) – a person to whom power or property is entrusted for the benefit of another When you join the Board of Directors of your HOA, you’re doing more than just volunteering your time and talents, you’re making a legal agreement to act as a fiduciary on behalf of your fellow owners. This carries legal consequences […]
Continue ReadingWhen a homeowner purchases a home that is a part of a COA, HOA or POA there are generally fees that must be paid out at the closing table that belong to the community. In order to find out what fees are due at closing, it is the responsibility of the closing attorney to request […]
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