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4 Qualities That Improve Management Styles
What can managers concentrate on to improve their management style? Among many things, there are four C's to keep in mind. Communication...

Karel Costa-Armas
Jun 9, 20231 min read


Social Media for Community Associations - Procedures and Etiquette
Social Media for Community Associations - Procedures and Etiquette , Online Conduct Guidance for Boards and Managers

Karel Costa-Armas
May 27, 20238 min read


4 Essential Tips for New Board Members and Managers
New board members need a little orientation so that their experience is positive. I’ll give a few tips that will help both sides –...

Karel Costa-Armas
May 16, 20232 min read


TOP 3 Complaints of HOA Management Companies
Management Companies get a bad rap at times from frustrated homeowners. Yes, there could be legitimate complaints but these TOP 3 items...

Karel Costa-Armas
Apr 13, 20232 min read


Board Members and Management Can't Handle It All... Boundaries and a Healthy Mindset
Serving on the board of an association is an admirable duty. Most board members mean well and want to provide good service. They do this...

Karel Costa-Armas
Feb 16, 20233 min read


How Can Managers Work Together With the Association Attorney?
Managers play a very important role as the front line alarm system for potential liability risks. A good manager should be able to...

Karel Costa-Armas
Feb 14, 20232 min read


The Association's Attorney - A Great Resource
Your association's attorney is a layer of protection against many threats. In my opinion, the most commonly generated legal problems stem...

Karel Costa-Armas
Feb 13, 20231 min read


Florida Condo - Life Safety Mandatory Requirements 2023-2025
Florida Condos and Co-Ops - 2023-2024 Mandatory Requirements - Safety Mandates If your Management Company has not made you aware of these...

Karel Costa-Armas
Feb 9, 20231 min read


Condo Association Elections Process (Florida)
Every year hundreds of associations fret over the details of their elections. The truth is, they should. There are many details to the...

Karel Costa-Armas
Feb 2, 20232 min read


Recalling the Condo Board - Florida Statute
Are you and other residents ready to "recall" the current board? This process is not as easy as you'd think. Yes, it can be done; and it...

Karel Costa-Armas
Nov 23, 20222 min read


When to Share Board Decisions with Contractors
Have you ever had a contractor find out information discussed at a recent Board meeting? Does it feel like the fox is sleeping in the...

Karel Costa-Armas
Oct 24, 20221 min read


Homeowners' Responsibilities to the Community
Homeowners like to know they have RIGHTS in their community…. but are you aware of the owners’ RESPONSIBILITIES? Yes, each owner has a...

Karel Costa-Armas
Sep 1, 20221 min read


Budget Prep in your Community
Are you getting ready for your association's budget season? Are you skeptical of past practices and willing to be involved in this year's...

Karel Costa-Armas
Aug 19, 20222 min read


Committees at HOA's and Condominiums - Purpose and Structure
Committees... Do you have them? Are they good for your community? In recent years, I have learned to direct Boards better in using their...

Karel Costa-Armas
Jul 20, 20221 min read


Homeowner Rights at your Condo or HOA
What are your rights an owner-member in an association? If you live in a community with rules and regulations, you have a certain number...

Karel Costa-Armas
Jul 9, 20221 min read


Trusted Vendor Relationships - HOA Contractors and Construction at Condos
How important is it to have trusted vendors working on your association's projects? Does your board or manager have a good rolodex of...

Karel Costa-Armas
Jul 9, 20221 min read


How to Remove a Bad Board Member
How to remove a problematic Board member. This is the most common request I receive. Usually the complaint stems from a director that is...

Karel Costa-Armas
Jul 4, 20221 min read


Expect the Unexpected - Mitigate Liability Exposure
Anything can happen… at any time… Murphy’s Law right? Wait for it……….. (in the video) Board members and Property managers are faced with...

Karel Costa-Armas
May 14, 20221 min read


Effects of Smoking On Property
Has your community recently looked into a nuisance complaint because of a smoker? Is the odor diminishing the quality of life for others?...

Karel Costa-Armas
Apr 24, 20221 min read


Scale Build Up in Plumbing
If your board wants to wants to throw away lots of money, allow lots of necessary maintenance to go undone. Here is a serious problem....

Karel Costa-Armas
Apr 23, 20221 min read
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