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Wildfires leveling parts of Los Angeles. Hurricanes devastating Florida and the Carolinas. Floods around the Passaic River, Meadowlands and Jersey Shore.  Nearly half of all homes across the nation — worth almost $22 trillion — face at least one type of severe or extreme climate risk, ranging from flooding to wind, wildfire, heat and air […]

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The solar power industry is growing fast, accounting for more than half of all new electricity on the grid last year. But soon President-elect Trump and fellow Republicans in Congress may try to reduce or eliminate government incentives that have driven much of that growth.   Read the article…………………………….

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A privately-owned large, tall building with dozens of tenants is without a working elevator.  With the elevator being broke, living in the Brown Suburban Condominium Homes on the 12th floor, can be a challenge.  Read the article…………………………….

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“Right now, 20 percent of homeowners in Florida have opted to self insure and remain uninsured,” said Divya Sangam, an insurance expert and spokeswoman with ValuePenguin, a Lending Tree research site that conducted a data analysis of the Florida insurance crisis.   Read the article…………………………….

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Question: I am a director for a small residential community governed by an HOA in search of direction for making changes to association common areas. Chapter 720 [the HOA Act] does not mention requirements for common area changes. Our covenants are also silent on this matter.   Read the Q&A………………………………..

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A condominium fire in the south Las Vegas valley damaged nine units and left 29 residents displaced on Saturday.  Firefighters arrived to find the blaze had damaged or destroyed nine units. The Red Cross stepped in to provide immediate assistance, including temporary shelter, food, clothing, personal care items, and financial support as needed.    Read the […]

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As state lawmakers prepare for the upcoming legislative session, addressing rising condo costs is among the top priorities on both sides of the aisle, regardless of whether a special session is called ahead of time.     Read the article…………………………….

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An official is concerned about panhandlers asking for money in The Villages.  Community Development District 4 Supervisor Cliff Wiener said he is concerned about panhandlers at Mulberry Grove Plaza.  “I don’t like to see panhandlers in The Villages,” said Wiener, who is also the president of the Property Owners Association.    Read the article…………………………….

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Florida lawmakers will try this year to find some relief for condo residents dealing with the soaring cost of fees to be in compliance with stricter inspection laws.  After the fatal collapse of the Surfside Condo building in 2021, lawmakers passed a bill mandating stringent structural inspections and increased financial reserves for repairs, escalating costs […]

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Homeownership often comes with its share of unexpected challenges, but Mary Trapp, didn’t expect a city issue would cause problems for her and her homeowners association. The ordeal surrounding a broken city pipe has stretched over three months, leaving her frustrated.    Read the article…………………………….

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Residents in one Laurel condo complex are breathing a sigh of relief Friday after city officials rescinded a notice to vacate order that would have forced them to leave their homes.  The city of Laurel stepped in after years of warnings about dangerously unsafe stairwells at the Tiers of Laurel Lake Condominiums that they say […]

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CAI’s community of homeowners, volunteer leaders, community association managers, and business partners are devastated by the Los Angeles area wildfires. Our hearts break for California residents and families impacted by these devastating fires. The devastation stemming from multiple wildfires in Southern California are impacting community associations of all sizes and types in the Greater Los […]

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A new year offers homeowner’s association (HOA) board members an excellent opportunity to reflect on past achievements and set meaningful goals for the future. By adopting proactive strategies and focusing on key resolutions, your board can improve community engagement, ensure compliance, and foster a harmonious living environment.  Read the article…………………………….

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Q: Our HOA directors serve two-year terms per the bylaws. The board recently voted to delay the date of the HOA annual members’ meeting by six months, and to extend their terms an additional six months, declining to hold an election after expiration of their terms. There is no provision in our bylaws conferring this […]

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