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Attention all aspiring Community Association Managers! Start your journey to success with ProLicense Florida’s pre-license course.

Attention all aspiring Community Association Managers! Start your journey to success with ProLicense Florida’s pre-license course.

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Attention all aspiring Community Association Managers! Start your journey to success with ProLicense Florida’s pre-license course.

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Our online education program is designed to give you the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this field.

Don’t miss this opportunity to earn your license and boost your career!

Become a Property Manager

sfpma has partnered with the top educational platform for Licensing and education. We offer CAM Licensing, Real Estate Licensing, Take the opportunity today to change your life! Get Licensed. Enjoy our self-paced online classes – Start your new Career – Become a Property Manager.

Florida Community Association Manager License Courses

To become licensed in Florida, you need to first meet the requirements to enter an approved educational program. Once you’ve completed the program successfully, you apply for a license.

After being electronically fingerprinted, you’ll need to take and pass the licensing exam. You don’t need a license if you are only managing personally owned properties. Some rental properties, however, need a licensing by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.

If a property owner hires a salaried employee to manage the property no broker’s license is required, but if they are paid by commission or transactional basis they must have a license.

Community Association Managers (CAMs) differ from property managers. CAMs must hold a valid Community Association Manager license. Obtaining this FREC license follows a similar process, but requires a different educational program.


If you need to verify a License in Florida:

Check each applicant’s license status before hiring any person. Use the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s Licensee Search webpage to determine their licensing.

State of Florida Requires; Property Managers to be Registered with the DPBR

Visit our Upcoming Events page and view our calendar, top events are listed for Boards, Managers and Members.

Visit our Upcoming Events page and view our calendar, top events are listed for Boards, Managers and Members.

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Webinars plus Breakfast/Lunch Events This Week

Find other top events on our website


Wednesday, January 24 | 7:30am Est | Breakfast in Pompano

OPP Credit with hot breakfast.

Limited space remains | RSVP Free Here.

Info needed? Contact ACE by TSK


Wednesday, January 24 | 11:30am Est | Lunch in Pembroke Pines

Legal Update 2024 with hot lunch.

Registration Closed…this serves as a reminder for those registered.

Info needed? Contact Capriccio’s Networking Group


Thursday, January 25 | 2:00pm Est | Zoom Webinar

Importance of Updating the Governing Documents of Your Association

RSVP Free Here


Expos & Trade Shows

Register for the Expos, Sign up for the Informational Seminars. The Board Certification courses are the best in the State. The one day events are great places to meet with many of the top businesses working together in the Industry.

Feb 6TH, 2024 AT 8:30 A.M. AT THE
SIGNATURE GRAND – BROWARD COUNTY.
Tampa Bay Condo & HOA Expo
Feb 9TH, 2024 AT 8:30 A.M.
AT THE TAMPA BAY CONVENTION CENTER.
Palm Beach Condo & HOA Expo
Feb 13th, 2024 AT 8:30 A.M.
AT THE PALM BEACH CONVENTION CENTER.

YouTube Live: Condo Craze & HOA’s

On our YouTube page you can find webinar events you may have missed, these are recorded for your viewing pleasure. Education is key for Boards, Managers and Owners living in Condo and HOA’s all over the State.  You may also find the service companies that make up SFPMA have videos letting clients learn what the do and they can best help you.

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Requirements for Obtaining a Florida Property Management License in 2024

Requirements for Obtaining a Florida Property Management License in 2024

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In Florida, managing, renting, and maintaining properties are classified as real estate activities. Therefore, anyone in Florida who offers these services for someone else and earns a commission must hold a valid real estate license.

However, under specific conditions, some property management services can be provided without a license in Florida. If a property owner hires an individual on a salaried basis to manage their properties, rather than paying them through commission or per transaction, the employee does not need a real estate license.

Additionally, it’s crucial to distinguish between a property manager and a Community Association Manager (CAM) in Florida, as they have different roles and responsibilities:

  1. Property Manager: A property manager oversees individual rental properties. Their responsibilities include finding and screening tenants, maintaining the property, collecting rent, and addressing tenant issues. They directly manage the property on behalf of the owner.

  2. Community Association Manager (CAM): A CAM, on the other hand, manages community associations like condominiums, homeowners associations, or cooperatives. Their duties are broader and include enforcing community rules, managing common areas, handling association finances, and coordinating with the association’s board of directors. A Florida CAM License is required when managing a community association of more than 10 units and/or with an annual budget in excess of $100,000.

While both roles involve managing real estate, a property manager is generally more focused on the day-to-day operations of specific rental properties, whereas a CAM is involved in the broader management of community living spaces and their associated organizations.

In Florida, the licensing requirements for becoming a Community Association Manager (CAM) and a real estate agent share several similarities. While both paths involve pre-licensing education, background checks, and state exams, the specific course requirements, hours of education, and the nature of the exams differ.

Real Estate License

  1. Age and Education: Be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.

  2. Pre-Licensing Education: Complete a 63-hour pre-licensing course approved by the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC).

  3. Application: Submit an application to the FREC and pay the required fee.

  4. Background Check and Fingerprints: Undergo a background check and submit fingerprints.

  5. State Exam: Pass the Florida Real Estate Sales Associate exam.

  6. Post-Licensing Education: Complete a 45-hour post-licensing course before your first license renewal.

  7. Continuing Education: Complete 14 hours of continuing education every two years to maintain your license.

Community Association Manager (CAM) License

  1. Age and Education: Be at least 18 years old. A high school diploma is commonly preferred but not always required.

  2. Pre-Licensing Education: Complete an 16-hour state-approved CAM pre-licensing course.

  3. Application: Submit an application to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and pay the required fee.

  4. Background Check and Fingerprints: Undergo a background check and submit fingerprints.

  5. State Exam: Pass the Florida CAM exam.

  6. Continuing Education: Complete 15 hours of continuing education every two years to maintain your license.

In summary, obtaining a property management license in Florida in 2024 requires a thorough understanding of the specific roles and legal requirements. For a property manager handling rental properties, a real estate license is necessary, involving education, exams, and ongoing training. For a Community Association Manager (CAM), who manages larger community associations, the licensing process is distinct but similar, reflecting the broader scope of their responsibilities. Staying informed and compliant with Florida’s real estate regulations is essential for a successful career in property management or community association management.

 


You can find out more on Licensing from our partners on the SFPMA.com website. Our Association and Industry Partners provide: Licensing Classes, Training and Licensing for CAM’s and Required Board Member Courses.

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Join KBR for “Covenant Enforcement for HOAs and Condominiums”. Managers will receive one CEU in the OPP category. Dec. 13th at 11:30am, live on Zoom.

Join KBR for “Covenant Enforcement for HOAs and Condominiums”. Managers will receive one CEU in the OPP category. Dec. 13th at 11:30am, live on Zoom.

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Join KBR for “Covenant Enforcement for HOAs and Condominiums”. Managers will receive one CEU in the OPP category. Dec. 13th at 11:30am, live on Zoom.

Register NOW.

Covenant Enforcement for HOAs and Condominiums

Dec 13, 2023 11:30 AM 
Description
Course #: 9630145
Instructor: Kerstin Henze, Esq.
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August 24th at 12 Noon Est, Allison Hertz, Esq., BCS will teach “Conflicts of Interest: What You Need to Know” in this webinar

August 24th at 12 Noon Est, Allison Hertz, Esq., BCS will teach “Conflicts of Interest: What You Need to Know” in this webinar

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On August 24th at 12 Noon  (Webinar)

Est, Allison Hertz, Esq., BCS of KBRLegal will teach “Conflicts of Interest: What You Need to Know”

this webinar hosted by GRS Community Management. It’s free to enroll and happens via Zoom.

Click the link to RSVP:  

Course provided by Kaye Bender Rembaum. Course# 9630141 | Provider# 0005092 | 1 CEU in HR or ELE Instructor: Allison L. Hertz, Esq. BCS Attendees will learn to identify potential conflicts of interest (plus definitions), how to document disclosures, internal controls and training staff, directors and officers, new statutory requirements and penalties and best practices for associations.
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Take part in our Industry Expos presented by L&L Management, SFPMA – Our members take part in these to show our industry the top companies ready to help with everything from Business to Services for your buildings and communities.

Take part in our Industry Expos presented by L&L Management, SFPMA – Our members take part in these to show our industry the top companies ready to help with everything from Business to Services for your buildings and communities.

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Networking and Education is key for Managers, Board Members in Condo and HOA’s 

Take part in our Industry Expos presented by L&L Management, SFPMA – Our members take part in these to show our industry the top companies ready to help with everything from Business to Services for your buildings and communities.


APRIL 4TH, 2023 AT 8:30 A.M. AT THE
SIGNATURE GRAND – BROWARD COUNTY.


Palm Beach Condo & HOA Expo
APRIL 11TH, 2023 AT 8:30 A.M.
AT THE PALM BEACH CONVENTION CENTER.


Orlando Condo & HOA Expo
APRIL 26TH, 2023 AT 8:30 A.M.
AT THE ORLANDO CONVENTION CENTER


Tampa Bay Condo & HOA Expo
APRIL 27TH, 2023 AT 8:30 A.M.
AT THE TAMPA BAY CONVENTION CENTER.

EVENTS: BOARD MEMBERS & MANAGERS FIND COURSES ALL OVER FLORIDA.


Peter Mollengarden now presenting TOMORROW at our networking group’s free breakfast and education event in Palm Beach Gardens!

Peter Mollengarden now presenting TOMORROW at our networking group’s free breakfast and education event in Palm Beach Gardens!

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Peter Mollengarden now presenting TOMORROW at our networking group’s free breakfast and education event in Palm Beach Gardens!

 

The Kaye Bender Rembaum Team Remains Available To You and Your Community Association

Visit KBRLegal.com for awesome free resources, including news with Legal Morsels and Rembaum’s Association Roundup, and our Event Calendar, including upcoming free classes.

Property Manager and Board Member Breakfast at Pompano Galuppi’s by  KBR Legal

Property Manager and Board Member Breakfast at Pompano Galuppi’s by KBR Legal

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GOOD TO GREAT: HIRING THE RIGHT PEOPLE – GALUPPI’S BREAKFAST NETWORKING GROUP

Wed, March 8, 2023, 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM EST

Galuppi’s 1103 North Federal Highway Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Register NOW

Join us for a morning of awesome education and credits. A FREE hot breakfast will also be served for your pleasure while you learn and network. Win Door Prizes! Network and Meet Several Professionals serving Community Associations! For all of our board members, please register and be our guests. Take the opportunity to meet and learn from the professionals that support community living. There is NO cost for this event, but for property managers registration is required along with your CAM License number so that you can be properly accredited for licensing.

Course for today:

  • Good to Great: Hiring the Right People
  • Course #9631800 | 1 CE in the HR category | Provider #0008912
  • Instructor: Marcy Kravit, CMCA, AMS, PCAM, CFCAM (Hotwire | Fision)
  • During the second hour our instructor will open it up to discussion and your questions!
  • While this course is for HR credit, you can also use the second hour of the program to ask Marcy your Communication, Cable TV, Internet and Telecommunications questions…as well as learn more about Hotwire’s bulk offerings for community associations.

Note: Please register only once for yourself. Duplicate entries using the same email address will be cancelled. If you later determine you cannot attend, please save your email confirmation so that you can cancel your registration.

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FREE WEBINAR: TOPS, Mitchell Drimmer and Patrick Hixon of Axela Technologies to talk about managing transparency throughout the association payments process, from first touch to collections

FREE WEBINAR: TOPS, Mitchell Drimmer and Patrick Hixon of Axela Technologies to talk about managing transparency throughout the association payments process, from first touch to collections

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FREE WEBINAR: TOPS, Mitchell Drimmer and Patrick Hixon of Axela Technologies to talk about managing transparency throughout the association payments process, from first touch to collections

Remember, we’re talking collections today!

Join the Axela Technologies crew and the wonderful team over at TOPS Software, where we’ll be discussing managing and maintaining transparency throughout the collections process, from start to finish!

Thursday, March 2nd @ 2PM EST!

Save your seat and register now:
https://bit.ly/3xHTPXD

FREE WEBINAR: We’re teaming up with Mitchell Drimmer and Patrick Hixon of Axela Technologies to talk about managing transparency throughout the association payments process, from first touch to collections. Join us LIVE on March 2nd at 2pm EST.

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Event: “Ask the Experts” Thursdays  Live on the first Thursday of each month, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm Eastern

Event: “Ask the Experts” Thursdays Live on the first Thursday of each month, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm Eastern

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Ask the Experts’ Thursdays

Live on the first Thursday of each month, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm Eastern

Attorney Robert Kaye answers your community association-related questions on this monthly addition.

Do you have questions about your condominium, homeowners’ or cooperative association? Get your questions answered live on-air, anytime during the show!

The new number is: 561-623-9429

GET BOARD CERTIFIED AT THE “CONDO AND HOA EXPO” IN TAMPA FEB 28, 2023 * LUNCH IS PROVIDED FOR FREE!

GET BOARD CERTIFIED AT THE “CONDO AND HOA EXPO” IN TAMPA FEB 28, 2023 * LUNCH IS PROVIDED FOR FREE!

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GET BOARD CERTIFIED AT THE CONDO AND HOA EXPO IN TAMPA

LUNCH IS PROVIDED FOR FREE!

FEBRUARY 28TH, 2023 AT 9:00 A.M. AT THE TAMPA BAY CONVENTION CENTER.

REGISTER NOW if you did not already

COME MEET OVER A HUNDRED CONDOMINIUM AND HOA VENDORS AND TAKE CONDO AND HOA EDUCATIONAL CLASSES ALL DAY LONG
WE HAVE CERTIFIED OVER 20,000 FLORIDIANS ALL ACROSS THE STATE.
LEARN ALL ABOUT THE NEW CONDO LAWS REGARDING SAFETY, CERTIFICATION, THE AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME LANGUAGE, BUDGETS, RESERVES, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMAL LAWS, MANAGER DO’S AND DON’TS, SCREENING AND APPROVING, ACCESS TO RECORDS AND MUCH MUCH MORE.
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