Author Archives: Fred Gray

About Fred Gray

Fred Gray is the owner and President of Gray Systems, Inc and is a licensed general contractor in the state of Florida. Fred has been part of the Community Association Manager Continuing Education industry in Florida since 1988.

The Educator May 8, 2013

Can a Member Really Say That at a Board Meeting? Rules on how people can address their board of directors, and updates HB 7119 and HB 73.... Read More »

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Q&A – Number of Licensees

Q. Is there any reason why more than one person needs to have a license? A. Questions over licensing relate to the individual and not to the Associ... Read More »

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Q&A – Proxies

Q. When sending out a "limited proxy" is it  always necessary to include the option of a "general proxy" too? A. Differing opinions exist about th... Read More »

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The Educator April 24, 2013

Is Everybody in Your Firm Licensed Who Should Be? License requirements and updates SB 580 and 436.... Read More »

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Q&A – Maintenance

Q. What happens in the event of foundation issues and the slab cracks causing damage to the interior walls, etc.? Also, who is responsible for the w... Read More »

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Q&A – Documents vs Statute

Q. A water heater leaked and damaged a couple of condos. Please read the copy of our condo documents attached. Would the statute or the condo document... Read More »

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Q&A – Smoking in Common Areas

Q. Is smoking allowed at our swimming pools? Our documents are silent. We are a private HOA and have 7 pools. A. The Florida Clean Indoor Air Act a... Read More »

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The Educator April 10, 2013

Who Pays That Leaky Bill? Accountability after a leak occurs and more updates to the law, including House Bill 1339.... Read More »

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Q&A – Owner vs Association Responsibilities

Q. Does the Association have to pay  $2,200 to replace wallpaper damaged by a leak? A. The unit owner is responsible for the wallpaper. The Condom... Read More »

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The Educator March 28, 2013

The Most Productive CAMs. Are You One of Them? Adequate training for employees and a massive overhaul for the HOA statute.... Read More »

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