On Florida’s west coast, several hurricanes struck one right after the other. Billions of dollars of damage in insurance claims.

Fraud Prevention in Community Associations

There may come a time when you witness a resident being rude, loud, and abusive. Actually, it occurs quite often at board meetings. It...

Community associations are micro-governments within every city and state in this Nation. Since they are also governed by local, state,...

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

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

Managers play a very important role as the front line alarm system for potential liability risks. A good manager should be able to...

Your association's attorney is a layer of protection against many threats. In my opinion, the most commonly generated legal problems stem...

Security and privacy at a community association is vital, and expected. Is your property adequately staffed in the “security” realm? Is...

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

Most residents living in an association, with a barrier such as a gate, or a buffer such as a front desk staff, expect an increased level...

The surfside condo collapse of Champlain Towers has brought to light the very much needed reform of many rules and regulations pertaining...

Having the right employee join your association’s team is critical. Experience will tell you that the correct fit for your team is...

Karel Costa-Armas is a community association expert helping boards and homeowners gain clarity on their community processes.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law in 1990. The ADA is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against...