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Legislative Update
The 2022 Florida legislative session ended Friday, March 11, 2022. They did have to come back on Monday, the 14th to finalize the budget, which is the only bill they must pass each year. We do not normally publish information about legislation until it is signed by the governor. This...

Big Data and AI in Construction
Hello and Best Wishes for the Holidays! As a part of our ongoing services for the construction industry, I decided to change how we use our newsletter platform; to serve as an aggregator of what I feel is useful information for those in the construction industry looking to stay on...

Alert Concerning Community Association Estoppel Certificates
Greetings to all of our community association managers and a belated welcome to 2024. I would like to start our monthly newsletters for this year with a Legislative Alert concerning Community Association Estoppel Certificates. What you should know: Senate Bill 278 has financial impacts on community associations. The original filed...

February 2025 | Q&A Clarifications and Upcoming Board Member Certs
I would like to provide information on several topics I have received questions about and attempt to provide some clarifications. Condominium and HOA Board Member Certification There has been much confusion and misinformation about these new requirements. I will try to simplify the issue. I understand the confusion regarding...

Updating Your Condos plus Saturday Board Cert Classes!
The Importance of Modernizing Common Areas in Florida Condominium Buildings Guest contributor, Jeff Solomon In Florida’s competitive real estate landscape, the aesthetic and functional appeal of common areas in condominium buildings plays a critical role in attracting residents and maintaining property values. Common areas, such as lobbies, hallways, clubhouses, pools,...

Ask Fred-What’s inside may be a part of common elements.
Question: I understand that areas in the condominium I manage are a part of the common elements, but are there any portions within each condominium that are also common elements? Answer: Section 718.108 may be the statute to review. Section 718.108 defines the common elements of the property, which includes...

The Law Spot-Time Away Serving Counts Toward Licensure
Members of the Florida National Guard or the United States Armed Forces Reserves have a special type of benefit afforded them under Section 250.483 of the Florida Statutes. Under the statute, a member of the Florida National Guard or of a branch of the United States Military Reserves who seeks...

Are Goats Great Gardeners?
Believe it or not, the trend to let a few goats loose on association property is regaining some steam and growing again. Goats aren’t picky, so they won’t distinguish between a petunia or a dandy lion, but if clearing a large area of brush or weeds is your goal, a...

CAM Position Job Description-Bryn Mawr Homeowners Association
Part time manager for a homeowners association in Southeast Orlando, 20 hours per week, 5 days a week, up to 5 hours per day. Will be responsible for: Property inspections related to violations of HOA Covenant Restriction documents’ rules and By-laws Bookkeeping Posting payments Obtaining vendor bids for contracts Must...

Ask Fred-Seal the Deal!
Seal the Deal! Question: Two of the members of our association asked if our notary public may perform their marriage ceremony. Our notary is fairly new and didn’t know the answer. May a notary public in Florida perform a marriage ceremony? Answer: Pursuant to Florida Statute section 117.045, the answer...

The Law Spot-Online Notary Services
Online Notary Services House Bill 409 makes several changes to the laws governing notary services, which took place on January 1, 2020. The changes effect several Florida Statutes. The changes to the notary statutes include providing that a notary’s electronic signature that must be retained under the notary’s sole control...

Updating Your Condos plus Saturday Board Cert Classes!
The Importance of Modernizing Common Areas in Florida Condominium Buildings Guest contributor, Jeff Solomon In Florida’s competitive real estate landscape, the aesthetic and functional appeal of common areas in condominium buildings plays a critical role in attracting residents and maintaining property values. Common areas, such as lobbies, hallways, clubhouses, pools,...

February 2025 | Q&A Clarifications and Upcoming Board Member Certs
I would like to provide information on several topics I have received questions about and attempt to provide some clarifications. Condominium and HOA Board Member Certification There has been much confusion and misinformation about these new requirements. I will try to simplify the issue. I understand the confusion regarding...

Alert Concerning Community Association Estoppel Certificates
Greetings to all of our community association managers and a belated welcome to 2024. I would like to start our monthly newsletters for this year with a Legislative Alert concerning Community Association Estoppel Certificates. What you should know: Senate Bill 278 has financial impacts on community associations. The original filed...

Big Data and AI in Construction
Hello and Best Wishes for the Holidays! As a part of our ongoing services for the construction industry, I decided to change how we use our newsletter platform; to serve as an aggregator of what I feel is useful information for those in the construction industry looking to stay on...

Legislative Update
The 2022 Florida legislative session ended Friday, March 11, 2022. They did have to come back on Monday, the 14th to finalize the budget, which is the only bill they must pass each year. We do not normally publish information about legislation until it is signed by the governor. This...

Condominium Association Manager
Job Description Look for a full time on-site licensed CAM for a large Condominium Community in Tarpon Springs, FL. Must have at least five (5) years of experience in managing condominiums. The ideal candidate is experienced in Accounting (TOPS Software), Budgeting, Preparing Financials. Board Meetings and Preparing Agendas, Minutes, Newsletters,...

January 2021 Newsletter-It’s Election Season!
First, we hope everyone is safe and secure in these trying times. As we have stated before, we will get through all of this and be stronger and more adapt when this pandemic passes. But, we cannot let our safeguards down yet. The community associations and managers must continue to...

December 2020 Newsletter-Seasons Greetings to you all
First, we at Gray Systems, Inc. want to wish the best to all of our clients and industry colleagues for the holidays. This has been a very unusual and difficult year and we hope everyone is safe and secure as we move to the new year. We look back and...

October/November 2020 Newsletter-Phase 3 for Reopening Florida
Phase Three for Reopening Florida was put into effect by Governor DeSantis. This is assumed by many to mean that the state of Florida is completely open again but that is not the case. We still have some restrictions throughout the state in some cities and counties that still mandate...

The Board’s Responsibility
The Board’s Responsibility Residents will be looking to the board and the associations staff to take the proper steps to keep them safe. But residents also have an obligation to take steps to keep themselves and their neighbors safe and to heed the protocols being put in place by the...

Community Guests / Exposed Residents and Residents Who Have Tested Positive
Community Guests Unless your community is under quarantine, you cannot prevent owners from having guests visit them in their homes. Some of these guests may be necessary caretakers. However, you can ask your members to voluntarily reduce the number of guests they invite into the community and you can suspend...

COVID – 19 UPDATE
The director of the Division of Florida Condominiums, Timeshares and Mobile Homes has confirmed that the boards of community associations and cooperatives may utilize the statutory emergency powers as provided in the Governor’s Emergency order and the provision of F.S. 718.1265, 719.128 and 720.316. This allows rescheduling of meetings, taking...

Condominium Association Manager
Job Description We are a 12 story, 72 unit riverfront condominium built in 1981 in south Jacksonville searching for an on-site Association Manager. We offer a competitive salary ($50-$70k) based on your experience and skills, health benefits, paid vacation, holidays and PTO, as well as a comfortable working environment on...

Hi-Rise Administrative Assistant [Miami Management, Inc.]
Job Description Employment Type: Full Time 9:00am to 5:00pm | Monday-Friday Compensation Range: Salary $17.00 per hour plus health insurance benefit Our Company is seeking experienced a High Rise Community Administrative Assistant for one of our Communities. You will perform necessary administrative work, working directly for the Property Manager. The...

Access Management is hiring
Why is Access Management an Employer of Choice? We believe in fostering a positive and supportive work environment that values our employees’ well-being. If you’re excited about the prospect of joining our team and experiencing these benefits firsthand, we invite you to apply today! Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical/Dental/Vision insurance-Percentage of...

KW Property Management is hiring a Property Manager
Property Manager Miami – Dade, SWFL (Naples, Bonita Springs, Sarasota, Broward, Orlando CAM required Summary/Objective Provides management, direction, and leadership to ensure the property is maintained and operated in accordance with KWPM objectives. Property Managers are certified and licensed by the State of Florida for Community Property Manager (CAM)....

KW Property Management is hiring an Assistant Property Manager
Assistant Property Manager – Exempt Located in Jacksonville, FL CAM required Multi high-rise condominium Summary/Objective The assistant property manager provides management, direction, and leadership, along with the Property Manager, to ensure the property is maintained and operated in accordance with KWPM objectives. The position is responsible for the various tasks...

ACEbyTSK Invitation Thursday October 26, 2023
October 26 Course: 2024 Legal Update Thursday, October 26, 2023 7:30am – 9:45am | Breakfast & Education Galuppi’s (Pompano Beach) 1103 North Federal Highway, Pompano Beach About this event Course #: 9632307 | Provider #: 0005092 | Two CEUs in the Legal category Instructor: Lisa A. Magill, Esq., BCS (Kaye...
Ask Fred
At Gray Systems, we believe that learning shouldn’t end once you step out of the classroom. This blog allows Fred to share his expertise in the Community Association Management (CAM) and Contractor (CILB & ECLB) industries. It’s a place to discuss industry related trends, code changes, insight, and know-how.
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ACEbyTSK Seminar Thursday May 24, 2023
Join us for a morning of education, networking and credits. A FREE hot breakfast will be served for your pleasure while you learn and network. There will also be door prizes. One lucky person will win E-book versions of Gray’s Compendium and The Community Association Handbook, the ultimate in resources for community association managers and board members! Licensed managers will receive 1 CEU in the IFM category. Navigating a Challenging Insurance Market (with a panel of experts) Instructor: Andrew Massie (Plastridge Insurance) Course:
ACEbyTSK Seminar Thursday May 11, 2023
CE Credits for CAMs |The program is as follows: Principles of Asphalt Paving Maintenance Course# 9628718 | 2 CEU in OPP or ELE | Provider# 0007411 Instructor: Mauro Comuzzi | The Paving Lady This course covers everything your association needs to know about getting the most out of your association’s asphalt applications Join us for a morning of education and credits. A FREE hot breakfast will be served for your pleasure while you learn and network with pros that can help you and
ACEbyTSK Seminar Wednesday May 10, 2023
Join us for a morning of awesome education and credits. A FREE hot breakfast will also be served for your pleasure while you learn and network. Win Door Prizes! Network and Meet Several Professionals serving Community Associations! For all of our board members, please register and be our guests. Take the opportunity to meet and learn from the professionals that support community living. There is NO cost for this event, but for property managers registration is required along with your CAM
Ask Fred
At Gray Systems, we believe that learning shouldn’t end once you step out of the classroom. This blog allows Fred to share his expertise in the Community Association Management (CAM) and Contractor (CILB & ECLB) industries. It’s a place to discuss industry related trends, code changes, insight, and know-how.