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Strict Compliance vs. Substantial Compliance – Not Knowing the Difference Can Cost You!

Florida Condo & HOA Law Blog

The Florida statues governing community associations often provide timeframes for notice to owners before the association can proceed with action, including passage of special assessments, adoption of fines and collections. The post Strict Compliance vs. Substantial Compliance – Not Knowing the Difference Can Cost You!

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Association Emergency Powers

Florida Condo & HOA Law Blog

Florida Statutes provide boards with broad emergency powers in response to damage, injury or public contagion caused by or anticipated in connection with an emergency for which “a state of emergency” is declared. While each version of these emergency powers is very similar, there are a few subtle differences which are discussed below.

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Righting past wrongs: Utah and Connecticut simplify removal of discriminatory covenants

Ungrated

The process can be completed at no cost and without the need to hire an attorney. George, Utah, and chair and federal liaison of the CAI Utah Legislative Action Committee, says that the new law permits community associations in the state to have an important role in advocating for equality and against discrimination.

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Use Sponsored Grants to Strengthen Your Membership and Events

Association Adviser

Hester Ndoja, CAE Florida Society of Association Executives. It can be financially difficult for professionals in your industry to become dedicated members if they cannot experience firsthand the value of being a member due to the financial cost.

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Best Learning Management Software in 2023: 15 Top Picks

MemberClicks

Reduce costs. Taking your educational offerings online allows you to reduce the costs associated with producing printed learning materials and organizing in-person training courses. Track progress. With an association LMS, you can easily keep an eye on members’ progress as they work through your educational courses.

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Members Were My Mentors: Building Consensus Among the Folks Who Build

Association Adviser

After eight years in Louisiana, I ran a chapter in Jacksonville, Florida for six years and then came up to Atlanta to run this chapter in 1995 where I’ve been ever since. We also help them apply the costs of those regulatory burdens into their businesses. I met so many people and everyone stepped up to help me.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 6.20.16

Reid All About it

Host: ASAE Small Staff Association Committee. Justin Thames, Director of Governmental Affairs, Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Learn clever ways to bring cost savings to your food and beverage programs while simultaneously increasing the quality and presentation. More info/register. Wed 6/22 at 12 p.m.

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