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The HOA Towed My Car
Can the HOA tow your car? Furthermore, the HOA's authority to tow is usually limited to certain circumstances. For instance, a vehicle may be towed if it is parked in a designated no-parking zone, if it is blocking another vehicle or access point, or if it is deemed abandoned or inoperable. The specific criteria for towing can vary widely among different HOAs, making it essential for homeowners to familiarize themselves with their community's rules.

Karel Costa-Armas
Oct 53 min read


Trip and Fall - Sidewalks in your HOA
Trip and Fall - Slip and Fall - Risk Management of Raised Sidewalks in Your HOA

Karel Costa-Armas
Jul 312 min read


Self-managed Communities Need Proper Financial Reporting
HOAs need and require proper financial accountability. Self-managed communties need proper financial reporting resources.

Karel Costa-Armas
Mar 62 min read


Condo Board losing Money on Insurance claims. Restricted from using Public Adjusting Firm
On Florida’s west coast, several hurricanes struck one right after the other. Billions of dollars of damage in insurance claims.

Karel Costa-Armas
Nov 22, 20241 min read


Change Orders on Construction Projects
Change Orders on Construction Projects and how to handle them.

Karel Costa-Armas
Jul 23, 20243 min read


Fraud Prevention in Community Associations - Unveiling the Shield
Fraud Prevention in Community Associations

Karel Costa-Armas
Jun 30, 20242 min read


Standard of Care - Lawsuits in Community Association Management
Standard of Care - Lawsuits in Community Association Management

Karel Costa-Armas
Jun 17, 20242 min read


Lawsuit's Deposition and Trial... How to Prepare.
This a quick guide as to how to prepare for a deposition and what you may expect.

Karel Costa-Armas
Apr 27, 20244 min read


The Secret – Accountability
What would be the one thing concerned owners want from their leadership? Accountability.

Karel Costa-Armas
Feb 20, 20242 min read


Do Not Let the Board be Abused and Interrogated.
There may come a time when you witness a resident being rude, loud, and abusive. Actually, it occurs quite often at board meetings. It...

Karel Costa-Armas
Jan 18, 20243 min read


Detecting FRAUD and THEFT at Community Associations
As a consultant for community associations, I get calls quite often for suspicions of Fraud and Theft at their community. It’s almost...

Karel Costa-Armas
Jun 20, 20232 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


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


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


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


Micromanaging The Manager
Who loves being micromanaged by others? Not a single person I know. Have you been a manager at a property where a board member, or maybe...

Karel Costa-Armas
Apr 1, 20225 min read
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