Seminars

This 4-hour course fulfills Florida's most recent mandatory certification requirements for both Condo AND HOA Board Members. Learn the basics of Condo and HOA law, including topics like recordkeeping, levying fines, notice/meeting requirements, milestone inspections, and reserve studies. Ask questions and get the answers you've been looking for!

Statutory changes and case law decisions greatly impact the interpretation, enforceability and legal effect of the governing documents of a community association. Antiquated documents can create liability exposure to the association and its members. Old provisions may hinder association operations, leaving community associations without the rights and remedies it needs to property govern the community. Learn about common pitfalls in older governing documents, specific provisions that are no longer legally enforceable and why updates are so crucial to successful association governance. This course also offers one (1) CEU towards the annual requirement for Board Members of a Homeowners’ Association

Review the procedures that should be followed when conducting elections and annual meetings in a community association. Discover the ins and outs of different types of meetings, notice requirements, running eligibility and ballot preparation amongst other topics.

Gain clarity on how to plan and run effective membership meetings with confidence. Learn how to properly notice and conduct meetings, understand quorum requirements, review official recordkeeping, and explore the impact of different voting methods on meeting outcomes.

Learn the fundamentals of concrete restoration and gain a deeper understanding of how it preserves building integrity and safety. Review common signs of concrete failure, explore how to select the right restoration partners, and uncover ways to avoid costly pitfalls through real-world case studies and expert insights.

Understand the process of how to plan and prepare for a cooling tower replacement project for a condominium association or commercial or residential building. Learn how a manager or board member can educate their association on the steps involved, a basic understanding of the processes and the preparation that the condominium association should do for such a project.

Learn how to navigate the difficult landscape of filing and handling an insurance claim as the insured or their manager. Know your rights and duties as a policyholder. Review general information on insurance, the insurance claims process, why insurance rates are up and how to lower them, as well as the most current information on the relevant legislative sessions.

A panel discussion from the top experts regarding the latest on Florida mandated legislation. Speakers include James LaGreca, Jeffrey Marcic, Steve Lesser, Sinisa Kolar, and Moderator Eric Glazer.

Gain a fundamental understanding of elevator systems, their maintenance, and safety protocols. Learn the different types of elevators, door lock monitoring systems, and the crucial aspects of upgrades and modernization. Review the critical safety measures to be taken during hurricanes, tailored to different elevator types. Learn about the recent regulations, compliance requirements, and best practices in elevator safety and maintenance.

Get updated on the most recent legislative changes and discuss the statutory changes made by Florida Legislature and how they directly affect managers and their communities.

Learn about the new legislative requirements for reserve studies, gain insight into recent legal changes, and discover how to strategically manage reserve finances in today’s evolving regulatory landscape.

Discover the essential tools to manage all types of vendors and contractors effectively. Learn insider tips and tricks for negotiating contracts, dealing with on-site contractors, and managing vendor relationships, particularly during complex construction projects.

Learn how to address the most frequent annoyances in your community. Topics include Association approvals vs. right of first refusal, service animals vs. emotional support pets, parking regulations, towing, records requests, restraining orders, and dealing with difficult members of your Association.