Our fifth Board Readiness installment focuses on community association managers (CAMs), who sit at the intersection of owner expectations and board decisions. As Florida tightens rules on transparency, records, and safety, managers are increasingly treated as regulated compliance partners rather than informal assistants. Boards often rely on CAMs to handle day‑to‑day tasks that directly intersect with statutory Read More

This article is the first installment in Southern Atlantic Law Group’s Florida HOA & Condo Board Readiness Series for 2025–2026. Florida is steadily moving associations toward greater transparency, and for many communities that now includes mandatory websites or secure online portals where owners can access official records. For larger associations and certain types of condominiums, maintaining an official Read More

Having an experienced association attorney handle collections protects the association’s finances, minimizes legal risk, and preserves community relationships, and Southern Atlantic Law Group (SALG) is well-positioned to provide that role for Florida associations. Why Collections Counsel Matters Timely assessment collection is critical because every unpaid account shifts the burden to compliant owners and can Read More

Homeowners’ Associations (HOAs) operate like small corporations—handling budgets, enforcing rules, managing property, and navigating disputes. Yet many board members are volunteers with limited legal training. Without the right legal guidance, even well-intentioned boards can accidentally violate state law, mishandle disputes, or sign unfavorable contracts that cost the community thousands of Read More