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.

Learn proven strategies and gain legal insights that will insure success in restoring your communities when tragedy strikes to maximize recovery. Discuss the vital elements necessary to navigate the filing and proper management of an insurance claim. Explore strategies to overcome tactics that may be used to stall, underpay or deny your claims. Review your coverage, your rights, and your role in successfully executing a recovery for your community.

Review strategies for taking a proactive approach to water damage issues and understanding when an insurance claim may be appropriate instead of covering all costs directly. Explore responsibility in different water loss scenarios and review the phases of disaster management— preparedness, response, mitigation, and recovery.

Review contract law and community association specific contracts. Gain an understanding of contract enforceability, the necessity of due diligence, and the use of experts during the contract negotiation process. Analyze the best practices and applicable Florida law to the contract negotiation process for both homeowners associations and condominium associations.

Learn how to optimize your community's telecommunication agreements to increase revenue and improve community services. Review negotiating rates, door fees, courtesy services, community channels, and streaming options, with practical tips on maximizing financial benefits while ensuring residents receive high-quality telecom services.