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BKB Cleaning Company is a pressure washing services company. We provide Roof Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning, Driveway Pressure Cleaning and Window Cleaning

BKB Cleaning Company is a pressure washing services company. We provide Roof Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning, Driveway Pressure Cleaning and Window Cleaning

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BKB Cleaning Company

954-692-3107

BKB Cleaning Company is a pressure washing services company. We provide Roof Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning, Driveway Pressure Cleaning and Window Cleaning. We service both residential and commercial customers. Call for a free quote.

BKB Cleaning Company serving communities in Parkland, Coral Springs, Margate and Boca Raton. If you are looking for the best pressure washer  for residential and commercial properties.

 

We believe in arriving on time at the customers home, providing extra ordinary service and leaving you happier than when we arrived. We care about our customers property and treat it with great care. Our cleaning process includes no pressure roof cleaning, driveway power washing and power wash fence.

We have the ability to wash with either hot water or cold water. When you wash with hot water you are able to get more dirt off than cold. We give the option to our customer as to which one they want.

We also have the ability to provide soft wash services to ensures that your home walls and roof are safe for years to come. It is safer way of cleaning because no pressure washer is used to apply chemicals or to clean the roof or home. This helps your home and or roof stay clean and safe from damage from a pressure washer. As technology evolves, so must we. That is why we are relentless in researching and testing new ways to get house washing done better and faster. We know the last thing you want is to have someone at your home all day.

 

Brian Bustamante
brian@bkbcleaning.com
954-692-3107

BKB Cleaning Company
6665 NW 75th Pl, Parkland, FL 33067
http://www.bkbcleaning.com
info@bkbcleaning.com

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When Law Enforcement Wants The Association’s Records

When Law Enforcement Wants The Association’s Records

When Law Enforcement Wants The Association’s Records

This week, we dive into recent legislative changes. Discover how recent changes bring clarity to HOAs’ responses to law enforcement subpoenas and introduce audited financial statements for larger associations. But that’s not all – brace yourself for a surprising twist: could mandatory board membership for all homeowners be on the horizon? Tune in to find out more!

Join us on Sunday at 11am for an all new episode of Condo Craze and HOAs

EPISODE 12 LIVE YOUTUBE LINK
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HB 1203: LOTS OF NEW PROTECTIONS FOR MEMBERS LIVING IN HOAs MAKES IT HARDER FOR CAMs

HB 1203: LOTS OF NEW PROTECTIONS FOR MEMBERS LIVING IN HOAs MAKES IT HARDER FOR CAMs

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HB 1203: LOTS OF NEW PROTECTIONS FOR MEMBERS LIVING IN HOAs MAKES IT HARDER FOR CAMs

House Bill 1203 and SB 7046 merged to eventually create a huge bill for the protection of homeowners in HOAs.  It starts by placing lots of responsibilities on community association managers.

A community association manager or community association management firm that is authorized by contract to provide community association management services to a homeowners’ association must do all of the following:

(a) Attend in person at least one member meeting or board meeting of the homeowners’ association annually.

(b) Provide to the members of the homeowners’ association the name and contact information for each community association manager or representative of a community association management firm assigned to the homeowners’ association, the manager’s or representative’s hours of availability, and a summary of the duties for which the manager or representative is responsible. The homeowners’ association must also post this information on the association’s website or application required under s.720.303(4)(b). The community association manager or community association management firm must update the homeowners’ association and its members within 14 business days after any change to such information.

(c) Provide to any member upon request a copy of the contract between the community association manager or community association management firm and the homeowners’ association and include such contract with association’s governing documents.

So what do you think so far of the new protections for members of an HOA?

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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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Budget preparation time is upon us! We strongly encourage, that every year around this time, association managers and Boards review and ensure that your capital reserve study is accurate and up-to-date.

Budget preparation time is upon us! We strongly encourage, that every year around this time, association managers and Boards review and ensure that your capital reserve study is accurate and up-to-date.

Budget preparation time is upon us! We strongly encourage, that every year around this time, association managers and Boards review and ensure that your capital reserve study is accurate and up-to-date.

This is one of the most important decisions a board will make for the future of their association. It is an easy and effective way to ensure your community’s capital replacement items are being properly funded with minimal impact on the individual homeowners. 

With the recent update to the Capital Reserve Study Standards, the impact of inflation and supply chain issues over the past few years (in some cases resulting in costs as much as 50% higher for some typical components), it is even more critical to have an updated reserve study to ensure the financial health of your community.

To stay on track for a healthy financial future, it is recommended that your Reserve Study be updated every three (3) years.

The Falcon Group Capital Reserves team consists of 6 CAI Certified Reserve Specialists (RS) as well as a Professional Reserve Analyst (PRA) designation awarded by the Association of Professional Analysts.

Contact our Reserve Specialists today for a new or updated reserve study!

 

Contact Us:

Tampa Bay

1211 1st Avenue, N.
Suite 106
St. Petersburg, FL 33705

P (813) 438-3568

West Palm Beach

5651 Corporate Way
Suite 4
West Palm Beach, FL 33407

P (561) 290-0504

Miami

15405 NW 7th Avenue
Miami, FL 33169

P (305) 663-1970

Capital Reserve Study ( what is involved )

The primary purpose of a Reserve Study is to offer recommendations as to the amount of money a community, building or other organization should set aside on a yearly basis for the future replacement or major refurbishment of their commonly owned elements.

The Falcon Group believes that a properly funded capital reserve program is the right formula for keeping a community’s physical assets in prime condition while providing some key benefits to residents. We strongly recommend updating your Capital Reserve Study Every 3 years.

A regularly updated Reserve Study can provide the following benefits:

  • Maintaining and/or increasing property values by maintaining exterior appearances through timely repair or replacement of common elements.
  • Facilitating project efficiency and cost effectiveness, as well as, minimizing disruptions and unit owner inconvenience by allowing the association to secure contractors to complete an entire project during a finite and desired schedule.
  • Reducing the likelihood of member dissatisfaction associated with the passage of large or sudden assessments.

All of our Capital Reserve Studies are prepared under the direction of a Reserve Specialist (RS) and/or a Professional Reserve Analyst (PRA).

The Falcon Group has prepared over 3,500 Capital Reserve Studies. Each Capital Reserve Study we perform is a customized analysis, prepared in coordination with our Reserve Specialist (RS) and our client, and is based on a “real-world” methodology for each item in regards to:

  • Inspection

  • Evaluation for repair or replacement

  • Evaluation for anticipated “Useful Life”

  • Integrated into a repair or replacement plan and budget

 

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“Condo Craze & HOA’s” on YouTube with Eric Glazer Sundays 11am-12noon.

“Condo Craze & HOA’s” on YouTube with Eric Glazer Sundays 11am-12noon.

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“Condo Craze & HOA’s” on YouTube with Eric Glazer Sundays 11am-12noon.

February 18 @ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

“Condo Craze & HOA’s”

on YouTube with Eric Glazer

Sundays 11am-12noon.

Eric M. Glazer

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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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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Tune Into Condo Craze And every Sunday At 11:00 a.m. Find us on our YouTube channel for our live shows.

Tune Into Condo Craze And every Sunday At 11:00 a.m. Find us on our YouTube channel for our live shows.

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Tune Into Condo Craze And every Sunday At 11:00 a.m. Find us on our YouTube channel for our live shows.

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*OUR LAST SHOW ON 850. AFTER 15 YEARS – WE ARE LEAVING 850 WFTL AND GOING STRAIGHT TO YOUTUBE

 

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