Board Education & Strategy
Board Evaluation, Board Improvement, Committee Members
6 Tips for Finding Board Members
Board Evaluation, Board Improvement, Committee Members
Yearly Tasks, Association Calendar, Administrative Tasks
Annual Community Calendars – A Strong Start to a New Year!
Yearly Tasks, Association Calendar, Administrative Tasks
Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, Articles, Charter, Terminology, Quorum, Board Members, Board Tips
Association Terminology
Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, Articles, Charter, Terminology, Quorum, Board Members, Board Tips
Registered Agent, Board Member Eligibility, Board Member Removal, Performance of Duties, D&O Insurance
Board Member Eligibility
Registered Agent, Board Member Eligibility, Board Member Removal, Performance of Duties, D&O Insurance
Association Goals, Board Planning, Association Procedures, New Board Members
Board Planning for Associations
Association Goals, Board Planning, Association Procedures, New Board Members
Board Challenges, Board Tasks, Project Management
Board Project Management
Board Challenges, Board Tasks, Project Management
Management company code of ethics, Governing principles, Management services
Code of Ethics for Community Association Management Companies
Management company code of ethics, Governing principles, Management services
Volunteer, Board Members, Committee work, Delegation, Board recruiting
Committee Work: Cultivating Volunteers
Volunteer, Board Members, Committee work, Delegation, Board recruiting
Committee volunteers, Board duties, Committee appointments, Committee reports, Committee work, volunteers, Board member responsibilities
Committees of the Association
Committee volunteers, Board duties, Committee appointments, Committee reports, Committee work, volunteers, Board member responsibilities
Common Areas, Plat Map, Subdivision, Parcels, Association
Common Areas
Common Areas, Plat Map, Subdivision, Parcels, Association
New Board Members, On Boarding Issues, Board Members, Board Education
Common Issues Faced by New Board Members
New Board Members, On Boarding Issues, Board Members, Board Education
Board Members, Common Board Issues, Association Documents, Declaration, Articles, By-laws
Common Pitfalls of Inexperienced Board Members
Board Members, Common Board Issues, Association Documents, Declaration, Articles, By-laws
Financial Information, Technology, Board Room, Software, Community Management Functions
Community Pro… Helping Us, Help You
Financial Information, Technology, Board Room, Software, Community Management Functions
Community Projects, Fiduciary Duty, Vendor Contracts, Project Completion, Final Contract Terms
Community Projects… Are You Putting the Cart Before the Horse?
Community Projects, Fiduciary Duty, Vendor Contracts, Project Completion, Final Contract Terms
Board Roles, New Board Member, Fiduciary Responsibility, Committees
Congratulations! You’ve been elected to the Board of Directors. Now what?
Board Roles, New Board Member, Fiduciary Responsibility, Committees
Core Values, Board Education, Board Planning
Core Values
Core Values, Board Education, Board Planning
Bidding Process, Community Project, Vendors
Do Your Homework Before Starting the Bid Process
Bidding Process, Community Project, Vendors
Vendor Contracts, Insured Contractors, Attorney Review
Don’t Do It- Don’t Start Work with a Vendor Without a Signed Contract in Place
Vendor Contracts, Insured Contractors, Attorney Review
Board Member Responsibilities, Board Member Roles, Elected Board Member, Officer of the Association
Duties and Responsibilities of a Board Member
Board Member Responsibilities, Board Member Roles, Elected Board Member, Officer of the Association
Board Members, Board Book, Meeting Productivity, Policy and Procedures
Dynamics of a Board
Board Members, Board Book, Meeting Productivity, Policy and Procedures
Board Education, Electric Vehicle, Homeowner Planning
Electric Vehicle Charging and Community Associations
Board Education, Electric Vehicle, Homeowner Planning
Expectations, Board Education, Board Planning
Expectations – The Foundations for Success
Expectations, Board Education, Board Planning
FHA Approval Process, Special Assessments, FHA Requirements, Building Reserves
FHA Approval Process
FHA Approval Process, Special Assessments, FHA Requirements, Building Reserves
FHA, Project Approval, CAI, FHA Condominium Guidelines, Financial, Lending
FHA Project Approval – Why is it Something to Consider?
FHA, Project Approval, CAI, FHA Condominium Guidelines, Financial, Lending
Fiduciary, Duties, Law of Fiduciary, Funding Reserves, Financial
Fiduciary Responsibility
Fiduciary, Duties, Law of Fiduciary, Funding Reserves, Financial
Homeowner Association, Condominium Associations, Association Board Meetings, Community Regulations
Homeowners Associations: The Concept
Homeowner Association, Condominium Associations, Association Board Meetings, Community Regulations
Board Members, Fiduciary Duty, Board of Directors, Legal Responsibility
How Boards Get in Trouble
Board Members, Fiduciary Duty, Board of Directors, Legal Responsibility
Charter, Ad Hoc, Standing, Productivity
Improve Your Board’s Productivity Through the Use of Committees
Charter, Ad Hoc, Standing, Productivity
Lifestyle, Board Committee, Homeowner Lifestyle
Lifestyle Committees
Lifestyle, Board Committee, Homeowner Lifestyle
Neighborhood Conflict, Conflict Resolution, Community Conflict, Board Education
Neighbor on Neighbor Harassment
Neighborhood Conflict, Conflict Resolution, Community Conflict, Board Education
Registered Agent, Corporations, Bylaws, Officers, Breaches in Trust, Fraud, Negligence
New Board Member Guidelines
Registered Agent, Corporations, Bylaws, Officers, Breaches in Trust, Fraud, Negligence
Communication, New Board Members, Onboarding
New Board Members? Set the Stage for Success!
Communication, New Board Members, Onboarding
New Board Member, Board Introduction, Board Education
On Boarding a New Board Member
New Board Member, Board Introduction, Board Education
Transparent Association, Board Responsibilities, Regulations, Board Communication, Posting Minutes
Operational Transparency… Let the Members See
Transparent Association, Board Responsibilities, Regulations, Board Communication, Posting Minutes
Board Education, Board Planning, Board Success
Preparing the Board for Success
Board Education, Board Planning, Board Success
Community Leaders, CAI, Board of Directors, Code of Ethics, Election Process
Principles for Community Leaders
Community Leaders, CAI, Board of Directors, Code of Ethics, Election Process
Property Manager, Community Manager, Community Management, Board Education
Property Manager vs Community Manager – Is There a Difference?
Property Manager, Community Manager, Community Management, Board Education
Associations, Community, Board Education
Signs of a Healthy Association
Associations, Community, Board Education
Bids, Capital Expenditure, Contractors, Competitive Bidding, Contracts
Specifications… The Key to Good Bids
Bids, Capital Expenditure, Contractors, Competitive Bidding, Contracts
Association Legal Counsel, Representation, Officer Protection, Officer Benefits
The Corporate Veil – Is It Applicable to You?
Association Legal Counsel, Representation, Officer Protection, Officer Benefits
Committee Members, Reasons to Volunteer, Community Goals, Volunteer Support
The Importance of Community Volunteers
Committee Members, Reasons to Volunteer, Community Goals, Volunteer Support
Association Vocabulary, New Board Members, Common Terms, Education
The Language of an Association
Association Vocabulary, New Board Members, Common Terms, Education
Board Management, Community Management, Board Education
The Relationship Between the Board and Management
Board Management, Community Management, Board Education
Financial Statements, Routine Operations, Annual Budget
Tips for Effective Boards
Financial Statements, Routine Operations, Annual Budget
Committee Volunteers, Committee Appointments, Committee Board Meetings, Committee Reports, Volunteer
To Committee or Not to Committee… That is the Question!
Committee Volunteers, Committee Appointments, Committee Board Meetings, Committee Reports, Volunteer
Board Members, Great Meetings, Board Education
Traits of Great Board Members
Board Members, Great Meetings, Board Education
Board Resignations, Board Vacancies, Expiring Terms, Early Resignations, Annual Orientation, Board Stability
Unexpected Board Member Resignations
Board Resignations, Board Vacancies, Expiring Terms, Early Resignations, Annual Orientation, Board Stability
Board Members, Board Communication, Homeowners Associations, Board Acknowledgements, Volunteer
Volunteer or Indentured Board Member
Board Members, Board Communication, Homeowners Associations, Board Acknowledgements, Volunteer
New Member Education, Board Education, Board Certification, Board Member Orientation, Board Training
Welcoming New Board Members
New Member Education, Board Education, Board Certification, Board Member Orientation, Board Training
Board members, Fiduciary, Board management, Board member duties, Board responsibilities
What is a Board Member’s Fiduciary Responsibility and What Does It Mean?
Board members, Fiduciary, Board management, Board member duties, Board responsibilities
Fiduciary Duty, Board of Directors, Effective Business Management, Good Management Practices
What is the Fiduciary Responsibility of a Board member?
Fiduciary Duty, Board of Directors, Effective Business Management, Good Management Practices
Board Planning, Implementing Plans, Actionable Items
Why is a Strategic Plan Important to Your Association?
Board Planning, Implementing Plans, Actionable Items
Plat, Subdivision, Legal Descriptions, Zoning Board, City Council, Designation of Roads, Zoning Regulations
Zoning, Legal Descriptions and More
Plat, Subdivision, Legal Descriptions, Zoning Board, City Council, Designation of Roads, Zoning Regulations
Community Maintenance
Mold remediation, Building maintenance, Ventilation, Mold assessment
Building Maintenance: Mold Remediation
Mold remediation, Building maintenance, Ventilation, Mold assessment
Landscaping, Building components, Component list, Maintenance, committee, Insurance agent
Building Value by Preventive Maintenance
Landscaping, Building components, Component list, Maintenance, committee, Insurance agent
Seasonal Maintenance, Community Projects, Preventitive Maintenance, Project Planning
Cold Weather -Winter Projects
Seasonal Maintenance, Community Projects, Preventitive Maintenance, Project Planning
Maintenance, Community, Common Areas, Prevention
Community Maintenance: Dealing with Graffiti
Maintenance, Community, Common Areas, Prevention
Community Maintenance, Paint Project, Paint Blistering
Community Maintenance: Tips on Painting Your Community
Community Maintenance, Paint Project, Paint Blistering
Water Conservation, Clean Community, Community Care
Conservation Tips for Keeping Water Clean
Water Conservation, Clean Community, Community Care
Native Plants, Drought Resistant, Irrigation, Eliminating Leaks
Conserve Your Water, Reduce Your Utility Bill
Native Plants, Drought Resistant, Irrigation, Eliminating Leaks
Energy Conservation, Association Utility Bill, Utility Usage, Utility Audit, Going Green, Bills, Money Saving
Energy Conservation – Saving the Association Money
Energy Conservation, Association Utility Bill, Utility Usage, Utility Audit, Going Green, Bills, Money Saving
Green Movement, Electric Cars, Technology, Solar Chargers, EVCE
Energy Conservation Technology
Green Movement, Electric Cars, Technology, Solar Chargers, EVCE
Energy Conservation, Environment Protection, Energy Department, Condominium Buildings, Energy Star Quality, Money Saving Tips
Going Green Series: Save Money and Save Energy?
Energy Conservation, Environment Protection, Energy Department, Condominium Buildings, Energy Star Quality, Money Saving Tips
Water Conservation, Community Care, Irrigation System, Rain sensors, Soil Moisture Sensors, Money Saving Tips, Energy Conservation
Going Green Series: Saving Water
Water Conservation, Community Care, Irrigation System, Rain sensors, Soil Moisture Sensors, Money Saving Tips, Energy Conservation
Community Management, Storm Water Management, Preventative Maintenance, Common Areas
Going Green… Pond Management
Community Management, Storm Water Management, Preventative Maintenance, Common Areas
Roofing, Warranty, Capital Item, Roofing Material, Roofing Contractors
Keys to Selecting the Proper Roof
Roofing, Warranty, Capital Item, Roofing Material, Roofing Contractors
Mold Remediation, HVAC Specialist, Condominium Insurance Policy, Insurance Claim, Water Intrusion
Mold Remediation for Condominiums
Mold Remediation, HVAC Specialist, Condominium Insurance Policy, Insurance Claim, Water Intrusion
Water Conservation, Clean Community, Community Care
Outdoor Water Conservation Tips
Water Conservation, Clean Community, Community Care
Preparation, Landscaping, Grass Aeration
Prepare for Winter – Batten Down the Hatches
Preparation, Landscaping, Grass Aeration
Preventative Maintenance, CommunityPro, Maintenance, Community Maintenance
Preventative Maintenance
Preventative Maintenance, CommunityPro, Maintenance, Community Maintenance
Maintenance, Annual Maintenance, Inspection, Common Areas, Energy Efficiency
Preventative Maintenance: Common Areas
Maintenance, Annual Maintenance, Inspection, Common Areas, Energy Efficiency
Annual Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Review, Roofs
Preventive Maintenance: Annual Maintenance Review
Annual Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Review, Roofs
Maintenance, Action Items, Capital Improvements, Job Bidding, Contract
Preventive Maintenance: Capital Improvements
Maintenance, Action Items, Capital Improvements, Job Bidding, Contract
Community Maintenance, Retention Ponds, Preventative Maintenance
Retention Ponds
Community Maintenance, Retention Ponds, Preventative Maintenance
Maintenance, Community Maintenance, Common Areas
The Matrix – Maintenance Responsibility
Maintenance, Community Maintenance, Common Areas
Community Relations
Community Associations, Association Communication, Community Information
Association Communication – A Community Necessity
Community Associations, Association Communication, Community Information
Fiduciary Responsibility, Governing Documents, Board Guidance
Balancing Fiduciary Responsibility with Neighborly Compassion
Fiduciary Responsibility, Governing Documents, Board Guidance
Community Relations, Relations, Rule Enforcement, Building Community
Building Community Relationships Through Good Rules Enforcement
Community Relations, Relations, Rule Enforcement, Building Community
Social Media, Newsletter, Technology, Communication Tips
Communicating to a Diverse Group of Homeowners
Social Media, Newsletter, Technology, Communication Tips
Community Communication, Newsletter, Welcome Letter, ARC Guidelines, Community Directory
Communicating with Your Community
Community Communication, Newsletter, Welcome Letter, ARC Guidelines, Community Directory
Community Association, Association Communication, Newsletters
Community Association Communication
Community Association, Association Communication, Newsletters
Homeowners Association, Governing Board, Serving Community, Community Life
Community Living: Serving Your Community
Homeowners Association, Governing Board, Serving Community, Community Life
Community marketability, Community business, Home value, Maintaining community,
Community Marketability… It’s Not Just Home Pricing
Community marketability, Community business, Home value, Maintaining community,
Homeowner Communication, Violations Process, Fostering Neighborliness
Education and Communicating with Homeowners Makes the Board’s Job Easier
Homeowner Communication, Violations Process, Fostering Neighborliness
Homeowners, Resident Satisfaction, Community Professionals
Homeowner Satisfaction
Homeowners, Resident Satisfaction, Community Professionals
Special Assessment, Community Relations, Resident Support, Homeowner Satisfaction
Homeowner Support for Special Assessments
Special Assessment, Community Relations, Resident Support, Homeowner Satisfaction
Community Leaders, Homeowner Responsibilities, Fiduciary Duties, Community Association Institute, CAI
Homeowners and Board Members
Community Leaders, Homeowner Responsibilities, Fiduciary Duties, Community Association Institute, CAI
Association Board, Covenant Enforcement, Neighborly Resolutions, Declarations, Policy Enforcements
Neighborly Resolution or Covenant Enforcement… Is There a Middle Ground?
Association Board, Covenant Enforcement, Neighborly Resolutions, Declarations, Policy Enforcements
Social Media, Community Relations, Communication, Communication Strategies, Association Communication
Smart Strategies for Social Media Use in Associations
Social Media, Community Relations, Communication, Communication Strategies, Association Communication
Community Events, Event Planning, Outdoor Activities
Summer Activities
Community Events, Event Planning, Outdoor Activities
Summer, Community Activities, Community Relations
Summer Time Activities
Summer, Community Activities, Community Relations
Volunteers, Committee Members, Association Volunteers, Fufillment, Board Recognition
Volunteers in Community Association Life
Volunteers, Committee Members, Association Volunteers, Fufillment, Board Recognition
Retention Ponds, Ponds, Water Shed, Residential Areas, Common Areas
Wet Retention Ponds vs. Dry Detention Ponds
Retention Ponds, Ponds, Water Shed, Residential Areas, Common Areas
Prevention, Discrimination, Association Involvement
What Boards Need to Know About Neighbor-to-Neighbor Harassment
Prevention, Discrimination, Association Involvement
Community impression, Closing Department, Welcome book, Neighbors, Board Board Meetings
What is a New Homeowner’s First Impression of Your Community?
Community impression, Closing Department, Welcome book, Neighbors, Board Board Meetings
Community Safety
Community Safety, Preventative, Safety Tips, Neighborhood Watch
6 Tips to Avoid Becoming a Victim of Porch Pirates
Community Safety, Preventative, Safety Tips, Neighborhood Watch
Community Safety, Home Security, Neighborhood Watch Program, General Liability Policy
Community Safety -Neighborhood Watch
Community Safety, Home Security, Neighborhood Watch Program, General Liability Policy
Association Preparation, Tips for Residents, Tips for Motorists
Halloween Safety Tips
Association Preparation, Tips for Residents, Tips for Motorists
Community Safety, Home Security, Association Security, Crime Watch, Community Events
Safety and Security in Your Community and Home
Community Safety, Home Security, Association Security, Crime Watch, Community Events
Community Safety, Association Safety, Safety
Safety in the Community
Community Safety, Association Safety, Safety
Florida Fire Code, Emergency Life Safety System, ELSS, DBPR
Special Florida Notification …FIRE SPRINKLER RETROFITTING
Florida Fire Code, Emergency Life Safety System, ELSS, DBPR
Winter, Winter Safety, Community Safety
Winter Hazards and Safety
Winter, Winter Safety, Community Safety
Emergency Preparedness
Hurricane, Extreme Weather, Insurance Coverage, Disaster Preparedness, Flood, Tornadoes, Shelters, Evacuation, Water Damage, Emergency Planning
Being Prepared for Natural Disasters for the Beginning of Hurricane Season
Hurricane, Extreme Weather, Insurance Coverage, Disaster Preparedness, Flood, Tornadoes, Shelters, Evacuation, Water Damage, Emergency Planning
Natural Disasters, Policy Coverage, Flood Preparation, Tornado Preparedness, Hurricane, Preparedness, Emergency
Being Prepared Part for Natural Disasters
Natural Disasters, Policy Coverage, Flood Preparation, Tornado Preparedness, Hurricane, Preparedness, Emergency
Disaster Preparedness, Rules and Regulations, Ethical Responsibility, Emergency Services, Emergency Plan, Hurricane, Tornado
Disaster Preparedness… Proactive not Reactive
Disaster Preparedness, Rules and Regulations, Ethical Responsibility, Emergency Services, Emergency Plan, Hurricane, Tornado
Hurricane Preparation, Community Insurance Coverage, Insurance Policy
It’s Coming… Hurricane Season Preparation Starts
Hurricane Preparation, Community Insurance Coverage, Insurance Policy
Disaster Plan, Documentation, Insurance Coverage
Natural Disasters: A Fact of Life for Community Associations
Disaster Plan, Documentation, Insurance Coverage
Association Plan, Amenity Closure, Board Planning
Working Together in a Disaster
Association Plan, Amenity Closure, Board Planning
Financials & Budgeting
Reserves Fund, Operating practice, Major Maintenance, Resale Value, Financial Reserves
Adequate Reserves are a Good Operating Practice
Reserves Fund, Operating practice, Major Maintenance, Resale Value, Financial Reserves
Reserve Study, Financial Analysis, Association Assets, Common Area Maintenance
An Unanticipated Expense- Can it be Covered by Reserve Funds? Take the Test!
Reserve Study, Financial Analysis, Association Assets, Common Area Maintenance
Association Reserves, Capital Items, Maintenance Costs, Budgeting, Special Assessment, Financial
Association Reserves
Association Reserves, Capital Items, Maintenance Costs, Budgeting, Special Assessment, Financial
Special Assessments, Budget, Resolution, Installment Payments, Multiple Special Assessments
Association Special Assessments
Special Assessments, Budget, Resolution, Installment Payments, Multiple Special Assessments
Bank Merger, Union Bank, Pacific Western Bank, Banking Team
Banking Industry Consolidation Trends
Bank Merger, Union Bank, Pacific Western Bank, Banking Team
Banking, Interest Rates, Financials, Budgeting
Banking Interest Rates
Banking, Interest Rates, Financials, Budgeting
Bankruptcy code, Financial obligation, Collection policy, Federal bankruptcy court, Bankruptcy protection, Financial
Bankruptcy… It’s a Federal Issue
Bankruptcy code, Financial obligation, Collection policy, Federal bankruptcy court, Bankruptcy protection, Financial
Financial Planning, Maintenance Schedule, Community Planning, Annuals, Annual Planning
Board Financial Planning – Regrouping and Planning
Financial Planning, Maintenance Schedule, Community Planning, Annuals, Annual Planning
Budget Prep, Budgeting, Board Budget, Financial Planning
Budget Preparation and Completion
Budget Prep, Budgeting, Board Budget, Financial Planning
Budget starvation, Reserve study, Budget season, Operating budget, Community association budget, Board member tips
Budget Preparation- Time to Review
Budget starvation, Reserve study, Budget season, Operating budget, Community association budget, Board member tips
Budget season, Budget planning, Association contract bids, Budget starvation, Receivables
Budget Season
Budget season, Budget planning, Association contract bids, Budget starvation, Receivables
Annual budget, budget worksheet, updated reserve study, future capital expenditures, proposed budget
Budget Season: Updated Reserve
Annual budget, budget worksheet, updated reserve study, future capital expenditures, proposed budget
Budgeting, Financial Planning, Community Budget
Budgeting Season
Budgeting, Financial Planning, Community Budget
Budget, budgeting, condominium, expenses, reserves, reserve study, assessments, financials, cash flow, Financial
Budgeting… and the Bottom Line
Budget, budgeting, condominium, expenses, reserves, reserve study, assessments, financials, cash flow, Financial
Collections agency, Collections process, Community operations, Delinquent assessments, Collection policy, Financial
Collection Agencies for Assessment Debt … Can We Use Them?
Collections agency, Collections process, Community operations, Delinquent assessments, Collection policy, Financial
Collections, Mortgage foreclosure, Mortgage company, Collection strategy, Status of collections, financial
Collections: Mortgage Foreclosure
Collections, Mortgage foreclosure, Mortgage company, Collection strategy, Status of collections, financial
Collections policy, Collections process, Fiduciary duty, Board of directors, Financial responsibility, Unpaid assessments
Collections: The Policy, the Process, the Options
Collections policy, Collections process, Fiduciary duty, Board of directors, Financial responsibility, Unpaid assessments
Financing, Condominium Owner, Condominium Board, Financing, HUD, FHA, Congressional Budget Office, Financial
Condo Financing… Finally Getting a Break?
Financing, Condominium Owner, Condominium Board, Financing, HUD, FHA, Congressional Budget Office, Financial
Delinquencies, Insurance, Building Maintenance, Collection Policy, Financial
Credit Reporting and Association Delinquencies
Delinquencies, Insurance, Building Maintenance, Collection Policy, Financial
Financial Reserves, Capital Repairs, Maintenance Fees, Special Assessment, Under Funding Reserves
Financial Reserves… Attractive to Buyers and Lenders
Financial Reserves, Capital Repairs, Maintenance Fees, Special Assessment, Under Funding Reserves
Financial Statement, Assessments, Accounting, Financial
Financial Statement Explained
Financial Statement, Assessments, Accounting, Financial
Board Responsibility, Funding Options, Special Assessments
Funding Reserves and What Happens When You Don’t
Board Responsibility, Funding Options, Special Assessments
Capital, Budgeting Process, Reserves, Future Capital Replacement, Savings Plan
Future Capital Replacement Items
Capital, Budgeting Process, Reserves, Future Capital Replacement, Savings Plan
Inflation, Financial Planning, Board Budgeting
Impact of Inflation
Inflation, Financial Planning, Board Budgeting
Condominium Guidelines, Federal Housing Administration, FHA, Mortgage
Positive Revisions – FHA Approvals
Condominium Guidelines, Federal Housing Administration, FHA, Mortgage
Board Planning, Financial, Annuals, Financial Planning
Regrouping, Planning and Communicating
Board Planning, Financial, Annuals, Financial Planning
Reserve Study, Reserve Components, Extended Life Components, Reserve Funding Plan
Reserves… What are they Really for?
Reserve Study, Reserve Components, Extended Life Components, Reserve Funding Plan
Financing, Budgeting, Association Projects, Community Planning, Budget Plans
Securing Financing for Association Projects
Financing, Budgeting, Association Projects, Community Planning, Budget Plans
Banking, Association Banking, Banking Partner, Financial Planning
Selecting a Banking Partner
Banking, Association Banking, Banking Partner, Financial Planning
Special Assessments, Supplement, Budget, Board Planning
Special Assessments
Special Assessments, Supplement, Budget, Board Planning
Special Assessments, Homeowner Finances, Financial Planning, Budgeting, Budgeting Season
Special Assessments – Why, What, and How
Special Assessments, Homeowner Finances, Financial Planning, Budgeting, Budgeting Season
Financial Statement, Annual Budget, Budget deviations, Maintenance Schedule, Financial Accuracy, Line of Credit
Steps to Maintaining a Healthy Financial Statement
Financial Statement, Annual Budget, Budget deviations, Maintenance Schedule, Financial Accuracy, Line of Credit
Budgeting Season, Budgets, Financial Planning, Association Budget
Tips for a Successful Budget Season
Budgeting Season, Budgets, Financial Planning, Association Budget
Annual Budget, Operations and Reserves, Operating Component, Reserve Component
Tips for Budget Season
Annual Budget, Operations and Reserves, Operating Component, Reserve Component
Budget Season, Wish Lists, Reverse Budgeting, Reserves
Top Ten Tips for a Successful Annual Budget
Budget Season, Wish Lists, Reverse Budgeting, Reserves
Great Meetings
COVID-19, Virtual Meetings, Voting
A New Way to Conduct Annual Meetings
COVID-19, Virtual Meetings, Voting
Roberts Rules, Parliamentary Procedure, Agendas and Motions, Call to Order, Special Committees
Agendas and Motions… Parliamentary Procedure/Robert’s Rules
Roberts Rules, Parliamentary Procedure, Agendas and Motions, Call to Order, Special Committees
Annual Meeting, Special Meeting, Quorum, Proxy Type, Quorum Requirement, Limited Proxy, Directed Proxy
Annual Meeting- What is a Proxy?
Annual Meeting, Special Meeting, Quorum, Proxy Type, Quorum Requirement, Limited Proxy, Directed Proxy
Effective Board Meeting, Association Operation, Preparation and Planning
Are You Making the Most of Your Board Meeting Time?
Effective Board Meeting, Association Operation, Preparation and Planning
Code of Ethics, CAI, Board Member Ethics, Conflict Resolution, Board Meetings
Board Meetings- Code of Ethics
Code of Ethics, CAI, Board Member Ethics, Conflict Resolution, Board Meetings
Voter, Ballot, Election Voting, Proposed Amendment, Designated Voter, Annual Meeting
Board Meetings: Designated Voter
Voter, Ballot, Election Voting, Proposed Amendment, Designated Voter, Annual Meeting
Voting, Board Meetings, Motions, Majority Vote, Official Records
Board Voting- Are Email Decisions a Valid Vote?
Voting, Board Meetings, Motions, Majority Vote, Official Records
Electronic Voting, Quorum, Voting Solutions, Electronic Voting Documents
Electronic Voting for Condominium and Homeowner Associations
Electronic Voting, Quorum, Voting Solutions, Electronic Voting Documents
Meeting Preparation, Quorum, Discussion Topics, Motions
Improve Meeting Effectiveness with Robert’s Rules of Order
Meeting Preparation, Quorum, Discussion Topics, Motions
Board Meeting, Effective Meeting, Board Agenda, Leadership, Roberts Rules, Association Management
Keys to Effective Board Meetings
Board Meeting, Effective Meeting, Board Agenda, Leadership, Roberts Rules, Association Management
Board Meetings, Time Management, Organization Tips, Agenda
Keys to Effective Board Meetings – Tips to Manage Time and Expectations
Board Meetings, Time Management, Organization Tips, Agenda
Adjournment, Meeting Minutes, Roberts Rules, Motions, Form of the Minutes, Board Meeting
Minutes of Your Meetings: Roberts Rules
Adjournment, Meeting Minutes, Roberts Rules, Motions, Form of the Minutes, Board Meeting
Annual Meeting, Not For Profit Corporate Act, Quorum, Election of Directors
More Than Just a Meeting… Your Annual Members Meeting
Annual Meeting, Not For Profit Corporate Act, Quorum, Election of Directors
Motions, Proposal, Parliamentary Procedure, Amendments, Roberts Rules
Parliamentary Procedure- Robert’s Rules
Motions, Proposal, Parliamentary Procedure, Amendments, Roberts Rules
Quorum, Condominium Documents, Board Members, Board Attendance
Quorum— Make It or Do Over
Quorum, Condominium Documents, Board Members, Board Attendance
Virtual Meetings, COIVD-19, Meeting Tips
Steps for Success: Running Online Meetings
Virtual Meetings, COIVD-19, Meeting Tips
Meeting tips, Moderator, Virtual Board Meetings
Virtual Meetings: What We’ve Learned
Meeting tips, Moderator, Virtual Board Meetings
Ballot, Voting Process, Annual Meeting, Designated Voter Certificate, Adjournment
Voting Methods
Ballot, Voting Process, Annual Meeting, Designated Voter Certificate, Adjournment
Homeowner Rights & Responsibilities
Association Insurance, Holdback, Condominium Insurance, Townhome Insurance
Association Insurance Q & A
Association Insurance, Holdback, Condominium Insurance, Townhome Insurance
Replacement Cost Analysis, Insurance Appraisal, Fiduciary Duty
Does Your Community Need an Insurance Appraisal?
Replacement Cost Analysis, Insurance Appraisal, Fiduciary Duty
Flood, Water damage, Flood insurance, Insurance policy, Commercial property policy, Homeowners policy, Insurance, Emergency
Flood vs. Water Damage: What Type of Coverage Do You Have?
Flood, Water damage, Flood insurance, Insurance policy, Commercial property policy, Homeowners policy, Insurance, Emergency
National Flood Insurance, NFIP, General Property Insurance, Flood Loss, FEMA, NFIP, Association Insurance
Good News! National Flood Insurance Program
National Flood Insurance, NFIP, General Property Insurance, Flood Loss, FEMA, NFIP, Association Insurance
Homeowner Rights, Homeowner Responsibilities, CAI Presidents Club, Property Maintenance, Association Assessments, Tenants
Homeowner’s Rights and Responsibilities
Homeowner Rights, Homeowner Responsibilities, CAI Presidents Club, Property Maintenance, Association Assessments, Tenants
Homeowner Rights, Homeowner Responsibilities, CAI, Governing Documents, Rules and Regulations
Homeowners and Board Members Rights and Responsibilities
Homeowner Rights, Homeowner Responsibilities, CAI, Governing Documents, Rules and Regulations
Hoarding, Homeowner Rights, Homeowner Responsibilities, Community Guideposts, CAI Presidents Club, Hoarding
Impact of Hoarding on Your Association
Hoarding, Homeowner Rights, Homeowner Responsibilities, Community Guideposts, CAI Presidents Club, Hoarding
Insurance Premiums, Association Policies, Fiscal Budget
Important Information About Insurance Premiums and Your Community
Insurance Premiums, Association Policies, Fiscal Budget
Coinsurance, Property Insurance, General Liability Coverage, Flood coverage
Insurance… What Does It Cover and Do You Have Enough?
Coinsurance, Property Insurance, General Liability Coverage, Flood coverage
Public Adjusters, Florida, Hurricanes, Claim Adjuster, Insurance claims
Professional Public Adjusters
Public Adjusters, Florida, Hurricanes, Claim Adjuster, Insurance claims
Vendor Insurance, Workers Comp, CGL, Association Liability
Vendor Insurance: Best Practices for Hiring Service Providers and Protecting Association Interests
Vendor Insurance, Workers Comp, CGL, Association Liability
Worker's Compensation, General Liability Insurance, Association Liability, CGL Limits
Why is it Important to your Association for a Vendor/Contractor to Carry Worker’s Compensation and Commercial General Liability Insurance?
Worker's Compensation, General Liability Insurance, Association Liability, CGL Limits
Insurance
Insurance, Insurance Policies, Community Insurance, Homeowner Insurance
Key Insurance Policies
Insurance, Insurance Policies, Community Insurance, Homeowner Insurance
Insurance, Insurance Premiums, Insurance Policy, Community Insurance, Homeowner Insurance
Rising Insurance Premiums
Insurance, Insurance Premiums, Insurance Policy, Community Insurance, Homeowner Insurance
Insurance Rates, Insurance, Insurance Premiums, Insurance Policy, Community Insurance, Homeowner Insurance
Rising Insurance Rates
Insurance Rates, Insurance, Insurance Premiums, Insurance Policy, Community Insurance, Homeowner Insurance
Fiduciary, Contractors, Worker's Comp, Commercial General Liability, Insurance Coverage
Worker’s Comp Insurance: Why it is Important to Your Association
Fiduciary, Contractors, Worker's Comp, Commercial General Liability, Insurance Coverage
Additional Living Expenses, Condo Insurance Policy, Master Condo
Your Condo Insurance Policy – It’s Not Just About Price – It’s Also About Protection
Additional Living Expenses, Condo Insurance Policy, Master Condo
Legal & Legislative Updates
Condominium Websites, CommunityPro Portal, Website Records, Meeting Notice
2018 Florida Legislative Changes for Condos and Co-ops
Condominium Websites, CommunityPro Portal, Website Records, Meeting Notice
Florida, Legislation, HOA Amendments, Electronic Notice of Meetings, HOA Communications
2018 Florida Legislative Update
Florida, Legislation, HOA Amendments, Electronic Notice of Meetings, HOA Communications
Maryland, Legislation, Condominiums, Common Elements
2018 Maryland Legislative Update
Maryland, Legislation, Condominiums, Common Elements
Virginia, Legislative, Condominium Act, Association Disclosure
2018 Virginia Legislative Update
Virginia, Legislative, Condominium Act, Association Disclosure
Housing provider, Association Accommodation, Reasonable Accommodation, Disability, Tenant
Association Accommodation
Housing provider, Association Accommodation, Reasonable Accommodation, Disability, Tenant
Association Counsel, Shareholders, Legal Counsel, Corporate Representatives, Association, Legal
Association Legal Counsel… Who Do They Really Represent?
Association Counsel, Shareholders, Legal Counsel, Corporate Representatives, Association, Legal
Contracts, Community Projects, Construction Law, Vendors
Contracts for Community Projects
Contracts, Community Projects, Construction Law, Vendors
Not for Profit Corporation, Fair Housing Act, Discrimination, Association Rules
Fair Housing Act
Not for Profit Corporation, Fair Housing Act, Discrimination, Association Rules
Florida, Legislation, 2021, Assessments
Florida 2021 Legislative Session
Florida, Legislation, 2021, Assessments
Legislation, Legislative Update, Florida, Legal
Florida 2022 Legislative Update
Legislation, Legislative Update, Florida, Legal
Florida Condominium Board Members, Florida Legislation, Election Certificates, DBPR
Florida Condominium Board Members Required to Submit Election Certificates
Florida Condominium Board Members, Florida Legislation, Election Certificates, DBPR
2017 Florida legislation, Florida notification
Florida Legislation Special Edition Special Florida Notification
2017 Florida legislation, Florida notification
Florida, Legislative, Legislation, Legal
Florida Legislative Updates
Florida, Legislative, Legislation, Legal
FHA, HUD, Fair Housing Act, Screen Tenant Occupancy, Rules and Regulations, Familial Status
HUD and Fair Housing… Rulings That May Impact Your Community’s Current Policies
FHA, HUD, Fair Housing Act, Screen Tenant Occupancy, Rules and Regulations, Familial Status
HUD, Federal Fair Housing Act, Hostile Environment, Disputes, Complaint, Discrimination
HUD Ruling…Neighbor to Neighbor Discrimination Regulation Impact Community Associations
HUD, Federal Fair Housing Act, Hostile Environment, Disputes, Complaint, Discrimination
Lender, HUD, FHA, Conventional Financing, USDA Guidelines, Loan Approvals
HUD/FHA Lending Changes
Lender, HUD, FHA, Conventional Financing, USDA Guidelines, Loan Approvals
Idaho, Legislation, Legislative, Legal
Idaho 2022 Legislative Update
Idaho, Legislation, Legislative, Legal
Attorney, Governing Documents, Fiduciary Responsibility
Legal Counsel: The When and Why of Engaging an Attorney for Association Business
Attorney, Governing Documents, Fiduciary Responsibility
Maryland, Legislative, Legislation, Legal
Maryland 2022 Legislative Update
Maryland, Legislative, Legislation, Legal
Arbitration, Settlement, Dispute, Controversy, Mediator
Mediation and Arbitration… Are They the Same?
Arbitration, Settlement, Dispute, Controversy, Mediator
Landlord Tenant Act, Prospective Tenants, Service Member, Rental Application
New Rental Application Processing Requirement – Service Members
Landlord Tenant Act, Prospective Tenants, Service Member, Rental Application
Commencement, Construction Lien Law, Association Responsibility
Notice of Commencement… Why it Should be Important to You
Commencement, Construction Lien Law, Association Responsibility
ADA, Fair Housing, Disabled, Modifications
Reasonable Accommodation
ADA, Fair Housing, Disabled, Modifications
Legislative Update, Collection, NOLA
Special Edition: Florida 2021 Legislative Session
Legislative Update, Collection, NOLA
Arizona, Legislative, Judgement Renewal, County Recorder Fees
Special Legislative Update – Arizona 2018
Arizona, Legislative, Judgement Renewal, County Recorder Fees
Certificate Fee, Closings, Eminent Domain Powers, Common Interest Communities, Virginia, Legislation
Special Virginia e-News …2016 Legislative Changes Affecting Condominiums, Homeowner Associations, and Property Owner Associations
Certificate Fee, Closings, Eminent Domain Powers, Common Interest Communities, Virginia, Legislation
Rules, Regulations & Procedures
Operational Policy, Association Operation, Policy, Covenant Enforcement, Board Operations
Adopt Operational Policies to Avoid Surprises
Operational Policy, Association Operation, Policy, Covenant Enforcement, Board Operations
Governing Documents, Documents, Board Documents
Amending Governing Documents
Governing Documents, Documents, Board Documents
Governing Documents, Documents, Association Documents
Basics of Association Governing Documents
Governing Documents, Documents, Association Documents
Board, policies, procedures, collections, covenant enforcement, guidelines, Not For Profit, Board Member Tips
Board Policies: Collections and Covenants
Board, policies, procedures, collections, covenant enforcement, guidelines, Not For Profit, Board Member Tips
Board Resolutions, Formal Statements, Association Policies, Covenant Enforcement
Board Resolutions – What Do They Do?
Board Resolutions, Formal Statements, Association Policies, Covenant Enforcement
Rules, Regulations, Compliant, Phantom Rules, Governing Documents, Declaration, Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions
Compliant Rules and Regulations
Rules, Regulations, Compliant, Phantom Rules, Governing Documents, Declaration, Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions
Documents, Federal Law, Bylaws, Master Deed, Property Status, Board Member Tips
Documents, Statutes, and Laws… Which One Takes Priority?
Documents, Federal Law, Bylaws, Master Deed, Property Status, Board Member Tips
Holidays, Common Areas, Community Decorations, Homeowner Policy, Community Policy
Holiday Lighting and Decorations Guidelines
Holidays, Common Areas, Community Decorations, Homeowner Policy, Community Policy
Service Animals, Pet Policy, Covenants, Disabilities Act
Pets or Service Animals? – Pet Policies
Service Animals, Pet Policy, Covenants, Disabilities Act
Vandalism, Community Watch Committee, Community Safety, Policies and Procedures
Policies and Procedures: Help, Not a Hindrance
Vandalism, Community Watch Committee, Community Safety, Policies and Procedures
Policies, Obligations, Procedures, Notice of Commencement, Operating Process, Covenant Enforcement
Policies and Procedures: Notice of Commencement
Policies, Obligations, Procedures, Notice of Commencement, Operating Process, Covenant Enforcement
OSHA Requirements, Insurance Requirements, Catastrophe Report
Policy, Safety Standard Good Business Practice
OSHA Requirements, Insurance Requirements, Catastrophe Report
Community resolutions, Meeting planning, Community social events, Emergency preparation, Board resolutions, Board planning
Resolutions for Your Community
Community resolutions, Meeting planning, Community social events, Emergency preparation, Board resolutions, Board planning
Rentals, Community Policy, Short Term Rentals
Short Term Rentals
Rentals, Community Policy, Short Term Rentals
Violations, Community Restrictions, Sign Policy, Community Documents
Sign Restrictions in Community Associations
Violations, Community Restrictions, Sign Policy, Community Documents
Collections, Delinquent Members, Delinquency Schedule, Intent to Lien, Reminder Statement
The Importance of a Written Collection Policy for Your Association
Collections, Delinquent Members, Delinquency Schedule, Intent to Lien, Reminder Statement
Operational Policy, Association Operation, Operational Process, Board Member Tips
What is an Operational Policy and How Does It Benefit the Operation of Your Association?
Operational Policy, Association Operation, Operational Process, Board Member Tips
Communities, Retention Pond, Detention Pond, Filtration, Pollutants, Federal Regulations, Water Run-off
When is a Pond a Pond?
Communities, Retention Pond, Detention Pond, Filtration, Pollutants, Federal Regulations, Water Run-off
The Community Builder is a newsletter prepared exclusively for Board Members of associations managed by Sentry Management. Each edition focuses on timely topics relating to association management and the role Boards have in the governance of their community. The information is intended to help you be more productive and effective as a Board.
