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How to Switch HOA Management Companies in Florida: A Step-by-Step Board Guide

Leslie Alvarez July 27, 2026 No Comments

By Leslie Alvarez, CMCA, AMS, LSM, PCAM | Founder & CEO, Community ACE | communityace.com After more than 25 years in this industry, I have helped dozens of boards make…

10 Questions to Ask Before Hiring an HOA Management Company in Florida

Leslie Alvarez July 8, 2026 No Comments

By Leslie Alvarez, CMCA, AMS, LSM, PCAM | Founder & CEO, Community ACE | communityace.com Every year, Florida HOA and condo boards sign management contracts without asking the questions that…

CAM License Requirements in Florida: What Community Association Managers and Boards Need to Know

Leslie Alvarez June 8, 2026 No Comments

By Leslie Alvarez, CMCA, AMS, LSM, PCAM | Founder & CEO, Community ACE | communityace.com Florida is one of the few states in the country that requires community association managers…

The Art of the Agenda: Strategic Planning for Maximum Meeting Efficiency

Leslie Alvarez April 14, 2026 No Comments

The humble meeting agenda—often treated as a mere formality—is actually the most powerful tool in your community management arsenal. After guiding countless board meetings over 26 years in the industry,…

Understanding Your Governing Documents: A Manager’s Guide to CC&Rs, Bylaws, and Rules

Leslie Alvarez March 23, 2026 No Comments

Governing documents form the legal foundation of every community association, yet many board members and residents don’t fully understand how these documents work together or how they affect daily community…

Emergency Preparedness for HOAs: Creating Response Plans That Actually Work

Leslie Alvarez February 19, 2026 No Comments

When emergency strikes, community associations with well-developed response plans minimize damage, protect residents, and recover more quickly than those relying on improvisation. Effective emergency preparedness goes beyond creating documents that…

Closed Meeting Best Practices: When to Go Private and How to Handle It

Leslie Alvarez February 10, 2026 No Comments

Closed meetings (also known as executive sessions) often generate suspicion and frustration among homeowners who wonder what their board discusses behind closed doors. However, when used properly, closed meetings protect…

Country Club vs. HOA: Understanding the Difference Is the First Step to Stronger Communities

Leslie Alvarez December 24, 2025 No Comments

A Thought Leadership Perspective on Purpose, Governance, and Expectations Leslie Alvarez, CMCA, AMS, LSM, PCAM Why This Distinction Matters In many master-planned and amenity-rich communities, country clubs and homeowners associations…

Digital Communication Strategies: Reaching Every Generation in Your Community

Leslie Alvarez December 3, 2025 No Comments

Community associations today serve residents spanning multiple generations, from tech-savvy millennials who expect instant digital communication to baby boomers who prefer traditional methods. Effective Digital communication strategies acknowledge these generational…

Violation Management That Works: Fair Enforcement Without the Drama

Leslie Alvarez October 20, 2025 No Comments

Rule enforcement represents one of the most challenging aspects of community association management, often creating conflicts that strain neighbor relationships and consume board resources. However, effective violation management systems can…

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