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Join us on Tuesday, November 12th at 12:00 PM for our Community Roundtable: Technology and Community Governance!

Join us on Tuesday, November 12th at 12:00 PM for our Community Roundtable: Technology and Community Governance!

Join us on Tuesday, November 12th at 12:00 PM for our Community Roundtable: Technology and Community Governance!

During this discussion, our panel of professionals consisting of Kerstin Henze, Esq. (KBR Legal), Frank Valdes (GetQuorum), and Dianne Skinner (Artemis Lifestyle Services) will cover various topics, including:

  • The importance of updating governing documents
  • Association Record and new Florida Statute requirements
  • How communities can leverage technology, like virtual meetings and electronic voting, for more efficient governance and more!

Enroll for the November 12th Discussion.

 

Join us on Tuesday, November 12th at 12:00 PM for our Community Roundtable: Technology and Community Governance!

During this discussion, our panel of experts consisting of Kerstin Henze (KBR Legal), Frank Valdes (GetQuorum), and Dianne Skinner (Artemis Lifestyle Services) will cover various topics, including:

  • The importance of updating governing documents

  • Association Record and new Florida Statute requirements

  • How communities can leverage technology, like virtual meetings and electronic voting, for more efficient governance and more!

Don’t miss out; register today!

 

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CONDO AND HOA EXPO IN ORLANDO! November 13 @ 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

CONDO AND HOA EXPO IN ORLANDO! November 13 @ 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

CONDO AND HOA EXPO IN ORLANDO!

Orange County Convention Center – West Building 9800 International Drive, Orlando, FL, United States

CONDO AND HOA EXPO IN ORLANDO! Date: November 13   Time: 8AM-430PM Location: Orange County Convention Center Property Management Expo & Seminars Orange County Convention Center-West Bldg Wednesday, November 13, 2024 Seminars 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Exhibits 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Sign up for the networking and educational event of the year! Get face-time with the industry experts, browse the latest products and services and learn how to save thousands on the management and maintenance of your condo or HOA. Registration is FREE for association managers, and board members. Don’t delay!

 

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“Condo Craze & HOA’s” Watch us live on YouTube with Eric Glazer Thursday’s at 7PM

“Condo Craze & HOA’s” Watch us live on YouTube with Eric Glazer Thursday’s at 7PM

“Condo Craze & HOA’s”

Watch us live on YouTube with Eric Glazer

Thursday’s at 7PM

Eric Glazer graduated from the University of Miami School of Law in 1992 after receiving a B.A. from NYU. He has practiced community association law for more than 2 decades and is the owner of Glazer and Sachs, P.A. a five attorney law firm with offices in Fort Lauderdale and Orlando.

Eric is Board certified by The Florida Bar in Condominium and Planned Development Law and the first attorney in the State that designed a course that certifies both condominium and HOA residents as eligible to serve on a Board of Directors and has now certified more than 20,000 Floridians all across the state.

Mr. Glazer is certified as a Circuit Court Mediator by The Florida Supreme Court and has mediated dozens of disputes between associations and unit owners. Eric also devotes significant time to advancing legislation in the best interest of Florida community association members.

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Association Matters: Episode 1 | 2024 HOA Legislation Date & Time Jul 15, 2024 02:00 PM

Association Matters: Episode 1 | 2024 HOA Legislation Date & Time Jul 15, 2024 02:00 PM

TODAY: Jul 15, 2024 02:00 PM

Association Matters: Episode 1 | 2024 HOA Legislation

Register NOW

Lang Management presents “Association Matters”. On this edition we will cover the new 2024 legislation affecting Homeowners’ Associations and its Board Members.
This discussion will be moderated by Lang’s Marita Butzbach, along with panelists, Kaye Bender Rembaum attorneys Jeffrey A. Rembaum and Alan Schwartzseid; each of whom are Board Certified Specialists in Condominium & Planned Development Law.
What is in store for new condo laws? MANDATORY EDUCATION!

What is in store for new condo laws? MANDATORY EDUCATION!

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What is in store for new condo laws? MANDATORY EDUCATION!

In 2009, attorney Eric M. Glazer began a career in radio, starting and hosting the weekly Condo Craze and HOAs Radio Show on 850 WFTL. During the show, Eric answers questions from the callers week in and week out and the show has become incredibly popular throughout the state.

links:

Condo Craze Blog    condocrazeandhoas.com

watch the Shows, every Sunday at 11am     www.youtube.com/@CondoCrazeandHOAs

 

On April 16th join KBR and Kerstin Henze live on Zoom for “Guest Restrictions and Screening Tenants & New Owners: Is It Worthwhile?”

On April 16th join KBR and Kerstin Henze live on Zoom for “Guest Restrictions and Screening Tenants & New Owners: Is It Worthwhile?”

On April 16th join KBR and Kerstin Henze live on Zoom for “Guest Restrictions and Screening Tenants & New Owners: Is It Worthwhile?”

CAMS…receive a CEU in the HR category. Board Members will gain vital information, too.

Guest Restrictions & Screening Tenants and New Owners

Date & Time
Apr 16, 2024 11:30 AM in 
Description
Guest Restrictions & Screening Tenants and New Owners: Is It Worthwhile? Course #: 9630142 | One (1) CEU in HR / ELE Instructor: Kerstin Henze, Esq. This webinar addresses the authority to review and approve tenants and owners, including issues related to transfer fees/security deposits, potential “good cause” to deny an applicant, restricting guest occupancy, and common pitfalls in the “screening” process.
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Funding Construction Projects (Loans, Assessments & Reserves) Presented by Synovus. Course provided & taught by Kaye Bender Rembaum’s Kerstin Henze, Esq.

Funding Construction Projects (Loans, Assessments & Reserves) Presented by Synovus. Course provided & taught by Kaye Bender Rembaum’s Kerstin Henze, Esq.

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Funding Construction Projects (Loans, Assessments & Reserves)

MARCH 28 | 11am Est | Live via Zoom

Presented by Synovus. Course provided & taught by Kaye Bender Rembaum’s Kerstin Henze, Esq.

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Funding Construction Projects

Date & Time:   Mar 28, 2024 11:00 AM in 
Hosted by Synovus Bank. Course provided by Kaye Bender Rembaum. Funding Construction Projects (Loans, Assessments and Reserve Spending) Course# 9630148 | Provider# 0005092 | 1 CEU in IFM or ELE Instructor: Kerstin Henze, Esq.
Attendees will learn about the process of funding construction projects. The primary focus of the program is to review with attendees the different sources of funds that may be available to address construction projects and the procedures to be followed to properly utilize those sources of funds. Attendees will learn tips to avoid pitfalls when planning for large projects. Synovus’ community association specialist will be on hand to cover the lending aspects of the seminar.
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Please join us March 15th.for a free milestone inspection event—Beyond Compliance: Smart Strategies for Effective Milestone Inspections. This seminar will provide you with information and tools you can immediately utilize to ensure the safety and longevity of your structures.

Please join us March 15th.for a free milestone inspection event—Beyond Compliance: Smart Strategies for Effective Milestone Inspections. This seminar will provide you with information and tools you can immediately utilize to ensure the safety and longevity of your structures.

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Beyond Compliance: Smart Strategies for Effective Milestone Inspections
This event is all about going beyond mere compliance and discovering smart strategies for effective milestone inspections.
Targeted to property managers and HOA officers responsible for high-rise residential buildings more than 25 years old,
This seminar will provide attendees with information and tools they can immediately utilize to ensure the safety and longevity of their structures.
Don’t miss this opportunity to network with South Florida industry experts. Mark your calendars for an informative and engaging event!
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Condo Board Member Cert (Thurs.) Feb. 15th Hosted by GRS Community Management. Course provided by Kaye Bender Rembaum.

Condo Board Member Cert (Thurs.) Feb. 15th Hosted by GRS Community Management. Course provided by Kaye Bender Rembaum.

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Condo Board Member Cert (Thurs.) Feb. 15th Hosted by GRS Community Management. Course provided by Kaye Bender Rembaum.

February 15 @ 2:00 PM – 4:15 PM

Hosted by GRS Community Management. Course provided by Kaye Bender Rembaum.

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Condominium Board Member Certification on Feb. 15.

WEBINAR: CONDO BOARD MEMBER CERTIFICATION

 02/15/2024  2:00 pm – 4:15 pm
 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_p3rb1H5PRQaH5pJRxYClRw#/registration

Presented by GRS Management | Provided by Kaye Bender Rembaum (0005092) | Course # 9630075 | Instructor: Kerstin Henze, Esq.

This webinar covers the essentials of condominium board membership, updated regularly to remain current with legislative amendments to Florida’s Condominium Act. In addition, this webinar satisfies Florida’s requirement for new condominium board members. It also serves as an excellent refresher course. Licensed CAMS will receive two (2) CE credits as IFM or ELE. Kerstin Henze is stepping in for Alan Schwartzseid.

Enroll for free HERE.

 

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EVENT: EV Charging Stations for Condominium Associations Thursday, February 15, 2024 February 15 @ 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

EVENT: EV Charging Stations for Condominium Associations Thursday, February 15, 2024 February 15 @ 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

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EV Charging Stations for Condominium Associations Thursday, February 15, 2024

February 15 @ 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

EV Charging Stations for Condominium Associations

Thursday, February 15, 2024
8:30am – 10am | Breakfast
Drive Shack West Palm Bch
1710 Belvedere Road., WPB, FL

  • Course #: 9632455 | Provider #: 0006881 | One CEU as an Elective (ELE)
  • Instructor: David Riddle (The Falcon Group)
  • Visit KBR’s Peter Mollengarden at the table
  • RSVP Free HERE

Get ahead of the curve to future-proof your community or help your clients as a CAM with this new and interesting course focused on Electric Vehicle Charging for your community! You will learn about the process involved in how a condominium association should go about having EV Charging Stations implemented in their properties. You will also learn the process of how a load study is performed, the power requirements and electrical infrastructure that is necessary, the permitting needed and the options for metering and payment systems available for associations.

There will be door prizes and delicious hot breakfast for CAMs and community association board members who register and attend.