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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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Community Operations

A Homeowners Association’s spring and summer to-do list

With more daylight hours and warmer weather – it’s time for your Homeowners Association to begin planning for the summer! By going through this to-do list, you’ll…

3 min readAugust 2026

Community Operations

Where to Draw the Line on DIY Projects?

Where to Draw the Line on DIY Projects? Whether you’ve installed a pagoda bursting with flowery vines or added architectural interest to a room with wainscoting panels,…

7 min readAugust 2026

Community Operations

Tips for people who are new to Homeowners Associations

Homeowners Associations (HOAs) are a great resource to its members and offer a wide range of benefits. That being said, if you’ve never dealt with one or…

3 min readAugust 2026

Board Member Education

The three essential components of a thriving Homeowners Association

HomeOwners Associations come in a variety of forms – from civic minded and closely bonded; to combative and often contentious. Folks that make up these boards come…

3 min readAugust 2026

Board Member Education

5 Reasons Why Your Association Needs a Website

Having a community website is one of the primary tools that allows fluid communication with the Board, its members, and the management company. Keeping track of what…

4 min readAugust 2026

Board Member Education

Condo Board Education: Navigating the New Compliance Requirements

Serving on a Florida Condominium Association board under Chapter 718 requires a firm understanding of community governance, and the recent updates have strictly defined the educational compliance…

2 min readAugust 2026

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