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Karel Costa-Armas
Nov 22, 20242 min read
Why your HOA board Complaint is Being Ignored..
Serious complaints about tHOA or Condo Boards have a difficult time getting traction with the authorities.
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Karel Costa-Armas
Jun 30, 20242 min read
Fraud Prevention in Community Associations - Unveiling the Shield
Fraud Prevention in Community Associations
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Karel Costa-Armas
Jun 17, 20242 min read
Standard of Care - Lawsuits in Community Association Management
Standard of Care - Lawsuits in Community Association Management
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Karel Costa-Armas
May 1, 20241 min read
Part 2 - Video. Preparing for Deposition or Trial Testimony
In my experience as an expert witness, I have been able to review transcripts from depositions taken mostly from civil lawsuits. My heart...
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Karel Costa-Armas
Apr 27, 20244 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.
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Karel Costa-Armas
Jul 10, 20233 min read
Documenting Unexpected Incidents: Risk Management
Community associations are micro-governments within every city and state in this Nation. Since they are also governed by local, state,...
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Karel Costa-Armas
Jun 20, 20232 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...
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Karel Costa-Armas
May 27, 20238 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
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Karel Costa-Armas
Feb 14, 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...
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Karel Costa-Armas
Feb 9, 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...
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Karel Costa-Armas
Jul 4, 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...
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Karel Costa-Armas
Jan 21, 20223 min read
The Management Company Isn’t Controlling The Board
The second most popular complaint I receive (aside from the rogue board president) is that of the management company NOT doing their job....
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Karel Costa-Armas
Jan 10, 20224 min read
The Rogue Board President… The Tyrant… The Dictator
If there is one character, I receive the most calls on, it’s this one. The calls come in quite often about the crazy board president that...
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Karel Costa-Armas
Aug 20, 20212 min read
Should Homeowners Be Able to Quickly Access Association Documents?
Transparency and immediate disclosure of information is one of the best ways to avoid doubts about transactions in associations....
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Karel Costa-Armas
Apr 13, 20212 min read
A Homeowner's Rights and Responsibilities in Their Association
What are homeowners entitled to expect from their association? Just as there are guidelines, laws, and procedures for Board Members,...
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Karel Costa-Armas
Apr 6, 20212 min read
Fiduciary Duties of HOA Board Members
By Beth Ross HOA Board’s Fiduciary Duties Under Corporate Law The fiduciary duties of HOA Board members mainly arise from state corporate...
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Karel Costa-Armas
Mar 31, 20212 min read
What is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law in 1990. The ADA is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against...
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Karel Costa-Armas
Feb 28, 20212 min read
Operating your Community within Federal Guidelines
FEDERAL LAWS APPLY TO HOA'S AND CONDOMINIUMS (COMMON INTEREST COMMUNTIES) Homeowners associations generally fall under state laws. ...
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Karel Costa-Armas
Feb 18, 20212 min read
Maintenance, Repairs, and Inspections - Risk Management in Condominium and Homeowner Associations
The maintenance of the property is of the utmost importance. Timely repairs can avoid accidents and therefore unnecessary claims. Whether...
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