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FLORIDA MEMBERS DIRECTORY: Find top companies for your next Condo or HOA project!

FLORIDA MEMBERS DIRECTORY: Find top companies for your next Condo or HOA project!

  • Posted: Apr 07, 2024
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Find all the New Member Companies we have added, This week April 8-13, 2024 – we will be posting all the New Member companies. Open and View. Learn how they can help you with your properties.

FLORIDA MEMBERS DIRECTORY

Find Members ready to help with Management, Business and Services for your properties.

Property Maintenance is an integral part of managing the day to day operations for every type of property. Search the Members Directory for Companies working with Property Management, Condo and HOA properties in Florida from Tallahassee to the Keys. 

 

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Finding the top Companies working in our Industry is important for Property Managers, Condo & HOA Board Members.

Many Property Managers, Condo & HOA Board Members use our members in the buildings and communities they manage, for them this equates to happier residents, fewer high-priced emergency repair bills and cost savings overall. Through membership marketing its all about forming relationships that lead to increased business for your company and lasting relationships for you.

Become a listed member of SFPMA Today!

 

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Be prepared to say NO when an insurance company offers you a low ball offer!

Be prepared to say NO when an insurance company offers you a low ball offer!

  • Posted: Aug 29, 2023
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Maus Law Firm

954-784-6310

Mr. Maus is a Florida native practicing law in South Florida since 1993. He currently limits his practice to the areas of insurance related claims – personal injury and homeowner property damage claims and commercial litigation. Mr. Maus has tried over 60 jury trials to verdict and has litigated claims throughout Florida.

Delays and Partial Payouts — Challenging the Patience of Florida Policyholders

Insurers often engage in strategies meant to challenge the patience of the policyholder and thereby force the policyholder to accept a lower payout, or to simply resign themselves to no payout.  For example, an insurer may excessively delay the processing of the claim, arguing that the delays are due to ongoing investigation of the damage.  By doing so, they hope that you — under pressure to fix the roof and no doubt overwhelmed by the proceedings— will simply move forward without waiting for the insurer and potentially give up on dealing with the hassle they created.

Partial payouts — in which the policyholder is offered an inadequate sum, but a sum nonetheless — are another way in which insurers try to goad policyholders into accepting less than what they’re owed under the policy at issue.

It’s worth noting that Florida law may entitle policyholders to bring an independent “bad faith” action against the insurer (which could even lead to punitive damages) if the insurer failed to investigate and pay the claim in a timely manner, or failed to evaluate the claim fairly under the circumstances. Simply put, if there was no valid justification for the denial, then our Fort Lauderdale roof damage attorneys may be able to sue and recover damages pursuant to a bad faith claim.

Coverage Exclusion as the Basis for Denial

In homeowner’s insurance policies, payouts for roof damage may be limited due to coverage exclusions.

For example, a roof damage claim may be covered if it is caused by a thunderstorm, but not if it is caused by a hurricane.

Such strict categorization for roof damage coverage often leads to a dispute, particularly if the event leading up to the roof damage at-issue is somewhat muddled — if your roof is damaged in a hurricane (which is covered by the policy), the insurer might claim that it was not actually the wind force of the hurricane itself, but a falling tree that caused the roof damage.  You can successfully counter this argument by showing how the hurricane directly caused the tree to fall on your roof.

Contact Our Fort Lauderdale Roof Damage Attorneys for a Free Consultation

Here at Maus Law Firm, our South Florida property damage attorneys have decades of experience representing the interests of policyholders whose real estate property has been harmed, whether due to a storm, fire, or some other unexpected event — including those which cause damage to the roof structure.

We understand the unique challenges that are faced by policyholders who are attempting to secure an adequate payout through submitting a roof damage claim, and are standing by to assist such policyholders in pursuing litigation against their insurers.

Ready to speak to a property damage lawyer at our firm?  Call us at 1-855-999-5297 or complete an intake form through our website to schedule a free and confidential consultation today.

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If you are looking for Rolling Insect Screens, Jansen Shutters & Windows can help!

If you are looking for Rolling Insect Screens, Jansen Shutters & Windows can help!

  • Posted: Mar 28, 2023
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The Jansen Family have been serving the homeowner and construction industry of the Florida Gulf Coast from Fort Meyers to North Tampa, Tarpon Springs and the Islands since 1973.

In 2002, Phillip Jansen and his son Travis opened Jansen Shutters & Windows with the intention of providing the best hurricane protection necessary to ensure the safety of your family and business.

As our company grew we expanded out product line to include, Out Door Living Products. Which includes our exclusive “Jansen Vista” Motorized Insect Screens, Fabrication, Louver, Pergolas and more. We are proud to say everything we manufacture is American Made. Our work does not stop at installation, we believe it is necessary to educate our customers about the products we provide. So you can pick the best products that fits your lifestyle and budget.

Storm Protection

Motorized Croci Rolling Shutters, Nautilus Rolling Shutters, Accordion Shutters, Armor Screen, Rolling Hurricane Screens, Impact Bahama & Colonial Shutters, Clear Lexan, White Aluminum & Metal Storm Panels.

Windows & Doors

Impact and Non Impact, Single and Double Hung Windows, Casement and Horizontal Roller Windows, Sliding Glass, French Doors, Entry Doors by Plastpro, DAB Garage Doors, Windoor  PGT Vinyl & Jeld-Wen Vinyl & Wood Products.

Outdoor Living

Jansen “Vista” Motorized Insect Screens, Solar Shades, Pergolas, Sunbrella Awnings, Sun Air Retractable Awnings, Canopies, Sun Sails, Fencing, Estate Gates, Louvers, Bahama Shades  and Privacy Barriers.

Aluminum Products

Fabrication is our specialty. You Dream it we will weld it! Wrought Iron Interior and Exterior Railings, Gates with Access Control Systems, Carports, Welded Ornamental Products, Soffits, Gutters, Elite Rooms and more.

 

Give us a call today at (941) 484-4700 to schedule your free estimate!

If you are looking for Rolling Insect Screens, Jansen Shutters & Windows can help!

Rolling Insect Screens provide the barrier needed to keep the pesky insects where they belong . . . outside!

Our Rolling Insect Screens provide a see through barrier from insects and are available in a variety of different colors to choose from.

 

JANSEN SHUTTERS & WINDOWS
341 SAND PINE BLVD,
VENICE, FL, 34292,
941 484 4700
PHIL@JANSENSHUTTERS.COM

Give us a call today at (941) 484-4700 to schedule your free estimate!

 

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Premier Fire Alarms & Integration Systems Installation Division Inc. a leader of innovative systems for over 27 years.

Premier Fire Alarms & Integration Systems Installation Division Inc. a leader of innovative systems for over 27 years.

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Premier Fire Alarms & Integration Systems Installation Division Inc. a leader of innovative systems for over 27 years.

Our Fire Alarm Company serve and install most major brands of fire alarm systems and security products. Our licensed and certified staff is available 24 hours for emergency system repairs. We are factory authorized dealers for various manufacturers of low voltage systems. Below are the systems and services we provide:

 

  • Annual certifications for fire alarm systems
  • Service contract fire alarm systems.
  • Fire alarm and burglar alarm monitoring contracts.
  • BDA frequency testing (bidirectional amplification systems installed).
  • BDA installations of existing buildings.
  • 24 hour emergency service.
  • Engineered fire alarm system installations, engineering department.
  • ELSS engineered reporting for compliance.
  • Fire alarm systems installations all types.
  • U.L- ETL certifications.
  • Runner service contracts.

How often should fire alarm systems be tested

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Fire Alarm systems have become unavoidable and can be found in many spots. Be it your home, office, condo, shopping center, or practically any other place, the necessity of the presence of a fire alarm system has made their presence more widespread. Hence, we at Premier Fire Alarms And Integration Systems Installation Division Inc. have taken it upon ourselves to ensure that our customers have fire alarm systems that are up and running.

Regardless of the nature of your business, having a fire alarm system in place is a necessity. It is equally vital to make sure that your fire system is working efficiently, and for this reason, specific inspection tests have to be carried out. We will discuss the details of these inspections below and how frequently they should be carried out to enhance your knowledge on the subject.

The frequency of your Fire Alarm System Inspections

Living in Dade County, you need to ensure that frequent tests are carried out on your fire alarm system. The regularity of these inspections is discussed in detail below. When we talk about fire alarm inspection, one thing to remember is that the frequency of these routine checkups depends on the type of fire alarm system you have installed and its usage. The system’s location also plays a role in determining how often you should carry out these tests.

The purpose behind a fire alarm is to detect any smoke or possible fire hazards and alert everyone to evacuate the building safely, and tackle the problem accordingly. The inability of a fire alarm system to not work efficiently could compromise the safety of the people present in the vicinity of the system. Therefore, you must take this seriously and ensure that your fire alarm system is not prone to making any errors.

Carrying out the Fire Alarm Inspection 

Depending on your satisfaction and your system’s needs, fire alarm inspections can be carried out annually, semi-annually, or even on a quarter-year basis. In addition to this, you can also keep a check on your fire systems by doing some in-house tests. The more frequently you test your system, the more likely you are to detect a problem and resolve it on a timely basis.

When you carry out tests on your fire alarm system, there are many problems that you can detect. If you are inspecting by yourself without involving a professional, here are some areas you can focus on. Your in-home tests can help you see damaged or melted fuses, equipment that has been interfaced, problems in lamps or LEDs in your system, primary power supply, and trouble signals emitted by the control unit. On a broader scale, you can even detect problems with the battery, DACR, and CO2 detectors in your system.

Depending on how intensive and detailed your inspection is, you can detect a multitude of problems that can impact the overall operational efficiency of your system.

Contact Us

If you are looking for a company to conduct fire alarm inspections in Dade County, we are the ideal choice! With a highly professional team equipped with a high skill set, we have been able to carry out fire system maintenance and inspection with utmost care and proficiency over the past. Not only will the tests allow us to detect flaws in your system time, but we will also help in keeping your system maintained and resolve any detected issues. Your safety is our number one priority, and we understand how important fire safety is.

 

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How to Become a More Efficient Community Association Board Member, By Concierge Plus

How to Become a More Efficient Community Association Board Member, By Concierge Plus

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How to Become a More Efficient Community Association Board Member

By Concierge Plus

Whether you are an experienced board member or thinking about becoming one, having a foundation for effective community association board leadership is important.

By becoming a community association board member, you step up to take on positions of service and responsibility. You’re now expected to anticipate issues, solve problems, meet the expectations of residents, and protect property values.

 

Here are five important skills to possess as a board member:

  1. Governing Documents and Roles & Responsibilities. To start you on the right path, you must understand the legal authority for your association. You must have a thorough understanding of the duties and responsibilities of each board member and the professionals who are available to assist you.
  2. Communications, Meetings and Volunteerism. You should also learn how to maximize volunteer involvement in your community association by improving board communications, conducting effective meetings, and building community spirit.
  3. Fundamentals of Financial Management. As a minimum, you should learn the fundamentals of association financial management, including guidelines for protecting your association’s assets, preparing a budget, planning for the future, and collecting assessments. Since the tragic condo collapse in Miami, many board members have realized the importance of risk mitigation and reserve studies.
  4. Professional Advisors and Service Providers. Because putting together the right team to support your association can be challenging, you should seek practical tips on finding, evaluating, and hiring qualified professional advisors and service providers. Visiting CAI’s forum for Community Associations is a good tool for such information.
  5. Association Rules and Conflict Resolution. You should learn the guidelines for making reasonable association rules, enforcing rules fairly and resolving conflict effectively.

Since the tragic Surfside condo collapse, residents are asking for more transparency from their elected board members. Board members can use Concierge Plus as a platform for keeping residents in the loop with regards to anything related to their community.

 

Below are few Concierge Plus features that can help you become a transparent board member:

  • Resident Announcements
    You can send out notices of upcoming meetings using our Announcements module (as well as posting those events on the Community Calendar). Concierge Plus announcements can be delivered to residents by email, SMS, or even through an automated phone call based on the resident’s opt-in preferences. This will save you from having to slip printed materials under your residents’ doors.
  • File Sharing
    You can share important documents such as a Reserve Study with unit owners using our File Sharing feature. This is a password-protected repository for important documents and is a great place to store articles of incorporation, meeting minutes, rules and regulations.
  • Discussion Forum
    Our Discussion Forum feature allows residents and staff to discuss various topics. The forum increases resident engagement by allowing residents to pitch-in with their views on any topic related to their community.
  • Virtual Owner Meetings & AGMs
    As the pandemic eases and we resume in-person gatherings, hybrid meetings are slowly becoming a permanent part of how community associations function.
    Via our all-in-one virtual meeting platform integration with GetQuorum, you can easily add HD web conferencing, automate attendance, enable eligible attendees to vote online, and much more.

 

Concierge Plus

Community association board members should serve with the best interests of their communities in mind. The law imposes a level of care and loyalty, owed by board members to their associations. It is vital that you receive proper education and training in order to understand your obligations and fulfill your fiduciary duty to the association.

Book a meeting with our experts today, and see for yourself how thousands of board members across North America have become more informed and effective using our platform.

 

 

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Run a better building. helping property managers provide a superior experience to residents. / BuildingLink

Run a better building. helping property managers provide a superior experience to residents. / BuildingLink

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Run your building better. Are you using buildinglink?

Have it all or choose the features that suit your building.

Package Tracking

Package Tracking

Key Tracking

Maintenance & Work Orders

Visitor Permissions

Resident Profiles

Document Library

Amenity Reservations

Parking & Vehicle Management

Asset & Inventory Tracking

Automatic Notifications

Management Analytics

Resident Portal & App

3rd-Party Software Integration

Employee Attendance

Specialized Hardware

Let’s talk

BuildingLink can help you save time, run better, and keep residents happy and safe.

Let us show you how. Ask for Richard Worth SFPMA’s Contact.

SCHEDULE A CALL           CALL 1-877-501-7117

Keep everyone engaged and informed.

A branded web portal and mobile app make it easy for residents to:

  • Request maintenance
  • Book amenities
  • Track packages
  • List Guests
  • Interact with neighbors
  • Access benefits from local vendors

The system automatically notifies residents, board members, and staff, based on their role and notification preferences. In case of an emergency, management has the power to broadcast announcements using voice, text, and email.

Read more about our resident experience and messaging tools.

Keep track of packages, valuables, and guests.

Maintain a detailed record of anyone and anything that passes through your building. Let residents register guests, set special permissions, and receive real time updates on pickups and deliveries.

BuildingLink’s hardware integrations allow you to scan incoming packages and collect signatures, and the patented KeyLink system lets you share apartment keys with safety and ease.

Read more about our hardware integrations, package module, and KeyLink by BuildingLink.

Streamline maintenance and operations.

BuildingLink works like magic to save your employees time, delight your residents, and give you the insights on your building that you need to tackle issues and avoid costly mistakes. Our central dashboard lets you track, search, and monitor everything that matters:

  • Service tickets
  • Inventory levels
  • Employee performance
  • Legal documents
  • The latest shift
  • Your resident’s preferences and requests.
  • And even more management tools!

Read more about management tools.

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MyCommunitySite.com Powered by BeckerLawyers.com

MyCommunitySite.com Powered by BeckerLawyers.com

  • Posted: Nov 11, 2021
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MyCommunitySite.com Powered by BeckerLawyers.com

Join us for two distinct webinars designed to give you an inside look at how MyCommunitySite.com can help streamline operations for your association.

Busy season has arrived for community association professionals, meaning annual meeting preparations and important association votes are right around the corner. Are you ready?

Watch our Video to learn more.

 

Join us for an educational program to learn more about our state-of-the-art website development service MyCommunitySite.com. It’s a smart, easy, and fun tool designed to take the drudgery out of community association website management and put you in the driver’s seat.

Here’s what you will learn during the webinar:

  • Walk through of the MyCommunitySite.com dashboard
  • Tour other association websites that were designed via MyCommunitySite.com
  • ​Learn about flexible pricing options
  • Explore how to create different pages
  • ​Find out what documents you can upload, available settings, and general ways to take advantage of the program’s features
  • Participate in a Q&A with our customer support team to answer any questions you may have.

Click here to view upcoming MyCommunitySite.com webinars.

 

 

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The Falcon Group’s 25th Anniversary, we are ecstatic to announce our relocation to our new 22,000 SF Headquarters

The Falcon Group’s 25th Anniversary, we are ecstatic to announce our relocation to our new 22,000 SF Headquarters

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In anticipation of The Falcon Group’s 25th Anniversary, we are ecstatic to announce our relocation to our new 22,000 SF Headquarters’ office to 95 Mount Bethel Road in Warren, New Jersey. In conjunction with our move, we have gone live TODAY with the rebranding of the company.

Please check out our new logo and modernized website at www.thefalcongroup.us. The website features information about who we are, services and projects we have performed throughout the different regions, educational content, and so much more!

You will also notice that we have unified our email address domain to match our new website so be on the lookout for any emails from @thefalcongroup.us.

Our principals Andrew Amorosi, William Pyznar, and Anthony Volpe are proud to see The Falcon Group continue to grow.

Andrew Amorosi: “What started out as a 2 person firm has now grown to one of 110+. So proud of all our team members, we truly have the greatest group of individuals and I am humbled by their dedication to our company.  The heart stopping, record breaking, earth shaking, legendary Falcon Group.” 

William Pyznar: “Our Falcon brand is now widely recognized across nearly 1800 miles from VT to the Florida keys. We owe this all to the hardworking individuals that move us forward one communication, one task, one satisfied customer at a time. We are proud of the first 25 years and look forward to the relationships, opportunities and growth the next 25 years will bring!”

Anthony Volpe: “The Falcon Group is more than a full service architectural and engineering consulting firm. We are a team of hardworking professional committed to delivering an outstanding product and providing value to our clients and the communities which we work. Congratulations to our entire team on 25 years and looking forward to the next 25 years and beyond.”

Contact us at:

(800) 839-7740

www.thefalcongroup.us

marketing@thefalcongroup.us

 

 

 

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