We have received a large number of inquiries regarding the continuing education requirements for community association managers with respect to the new statutory requirements. We have also received a large number of inquiries regarding the board member certification requirements and the continuing education requirements. I will attempt to clarify these issues for everyone. COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION MANAGERS In the legislative session held in 2024, the legislature passed, and the governor signed SB 382 which provides that

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, and fitness centers, are the shared spaces that define the living experience for residents. Investing in the modernization of these areas is not just an aesthetic

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 the board member certification courses. The provisions added last year for condominium board members certification requires a four-hour course with instruction on the following topics:

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 bill would have prohibited associations from charging any fees for the preparation of certificates of assessment (estoppel certificates) which would have been terrible for community