As promised, our discussion on common areas is expanded in this article to include common expenses.  Chapters 718, 719 and 720 of the Florida Statutes provide the guidance for common expenses.  Just like real property within communities being owned by unit owners or members as well as the association, common expenses are shared by the owners or members and the association, too.

Section 718.103(9), F.S., defines “common expenses” as all expenses properly incurred by the association in the performance of its duties. A more detailed description of common expenses is...Click here for the entire article.

Florida Administrative Code Rule 61-20.003 requires a corporation, association or other organization or entity which engages in, or is desirous of engaging in, the business of community association management to register with the Division and employ only licensed persons in the direct provision of community management services.   Further, an entity may not conduct association management business or use its name in the conduct of its business... Click here for the entire article.

Ask Fred! 

Membership voting via an electronic or online system should increase voter turnout and make the process easier, but make sure you follow the rules for implementing such a system.

Question:  I am a community association manager for a condominium community.  I believe a new law was added recently that allows members to vote electronically...  Click here for the entire article.

The Tools You Need to Be Successful...GSI Reference Guides . 

After 27 years, we've figured out how to help each student not just pass, but go on to become the most successful Community Association Manager they can be. One of those keys to success is our library of reference guides. Available as both hard copy books or downloadable files, our books keep you abreast of the laws, codes, rules and statutues that pertain to association management! In short, a must have!  Click here for more info...

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