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Practical, statute-aware writing for Florida’s volunteer boards.

Written for HOA and condo board members in Pinellas County and across the Tampa Bay region. Practical guidance on fiduciary duty, reserves, vendor oversight, and the operational realities of running a community in Florida.

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Board Member Education

Florida HOA Hurricane Readiness: What Smart Boards Have Ready Before Storm Season

Florida HOA boards are dealing with a different reality now Florida HOA boards have spent the last few years navigating rising insurance costs, stronger storms, and new state requirements around hurricane protection. What used to be treated as a seasonal checklist now feels more like operational planning. Most boards are not struggling because hurricane preparation […]

9 min readAugust 2026

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Board Member Education

HOA Board Education: Navigating the New Compliance Requirements

Serving on a Florida Homeowners’ Association board under Chapter 720 requires a firm understanding of community governance, and the 2025 updates have strictly defined the educational compliance…

2 min readAugust 2026

Board Member Education

Insurance Renewal Season: A Fiduciary Guide for Florida Association Boards

As a director on the board of a Florida condominium or homeowners’ association, you are undoubtedly aware that the annual insurance renewal process presents a formidable challenge.…

3 min readAugust 2026

Board Member Education

The Essentials of Serving on a Florida HOA or Condominium Board

The Essentials of Serving on a Florida HOA or Condominium Board Serving on a homeowners’ association (HOA) or Condominium board in Florida is both a privilege and…

4 min readAugust 2026

Board Member Education

What makes a good HOA Board member?

The best homeowners association boards are those with engaged, active members. If you’re thinking about joining a board – we encourage you to consider it! It’s a…

3 min readAugust 2026