It’s best to address issues with a Board Member before they can do too much damage. Here are the warning signs that a problem with an HOA board member exists.  

House Bill (HB) 437 — creates the new Florida Statute 720.3045 prohibiting homeowners' associations from regulating particular backyard storage.

In this two-part guide, we'll explore practical tips on how to start an HOA social committee and the social committee roles it occupies. Social committee guidelines also call for a social chairperson, so next week, we will focus on social chair responsibilities.

HOA parking rules are a common point of contention in homeowners associations. The key to resolving issues related to parking, though, lies in understanding what rules the HOA can and can't enforce.

Hurricane season is right around the corner. Residents should brace for strong winds, heavy rain, and flash flooding. Florida residents should be prepared to respond to a natural disaster effectively and efficiently.

The Community Associations Institute (CAI) and the CAI Florida Legislative Alliance (CAI-FLA) are proud to work with Florida legislators to ensure condominium safety and the financial stability of building projects. CAI claims, "protecting the millions of residents living in condominiums and other high-rise communities is the top priority."

Budgeting is vital to the success of your homeowners' association (HOA) and can prevent your community from facing financial troubles. Here are some tips to ensure that your community association is proactive, prepared, and adequately plans for the future.

Homeowners associations rely on people to make decisions and perform organizational functions. For constitutional matters, a vote comes from all HOA members. For day-to-day affairs, an association acts through its board of directors and officers.

For many associations, the Board of Directors' most significant issue is dealing with demanding homeowners. Even the most even-tempered folks have "hot buttons." Dealing with the emotions entwined in ownership of one's home can push those buttons and create problems in an association.