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1200 Park Central Blvd. S., Pompano Bch, FL 33064
9121 N. Military Trail, Ste. 200, Palm Bch Gdns, FL 33410
855 E SR 434., Suite 2209, Winter Springs (Orlando area), FL 32708
1211 N. Westshore Blvd., Ste. 409, Tampa, FL 33607
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HOA Financial Literacy and Transparency | May 1, 2026

*Read Before Viewing* | This recorded video WILL NOT satisfy Florida state certification requirements for Board Members, NOR will this recorded version offer CEUs for CAMS or Board Members. It is for informational purposes only and is not to be considered as legal advice. Should you have any questions, contact your association counsel.

Course led by attorney Danielle M. Brennan, Esq. BCS 
 
A comprehensive view of the statutory requirements for financial operations and financial transparency. At the end of the course the students will be able to demonstrate (a) their obligations to maintain and allow access to financial records, (b) year-end financial reporting requirements, (c) restrictions against use of debit cards and criminal penalties for improper use, (d) requirements to furnish parcel owners with an accounting upon request, (e) budgeting and collection of assessments, (f) criminal penalties for kickbacks and other wrongful acts, and (g) conflict disclosures.
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Funding Construction Projects – Loans, Assessments and Reserves | April 30, 2026

*Read Before Viewing* | This recorded video WILL NOT satisfy Florida state certification requirements for Board Members, NOR will this recorded version offer CEUs for CAMS or Board Members. It is for informational purposes only and is not to be considered as legal advice. Should you have any questions, contact your association counsel.

Course led by attorney Kerstin Henze, Esq. 
 
Learn about the process of funding construction projects. The primary focus of the program is to review 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.
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HOA Board Member Certification | April 17, 2026

*Read Before Viewing* | This recorded video WILL NOT satisfy Florida state certification requirements for Board Members, NOR will this recorded version offer CEUs for CAMS or Board Members. It is for informational purposes only and is not to be considered as legal advice. Should you have any questions, contact your association counsel.

Course led by attorneys Peter C. Mollengarden, Esq. BCS and Danielle M. Brennan, Esq. BCS. 
 
A comprehensive education of the statutory requirements and responsibilities that each volunteer must know to more effectively serve on the Board of Directors of a Homeowners’ Association.
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Beauty Is in the Eye of the Beholder, or Is It?

Rembaum’s Association Roundup | Jeffrey A. Rembaum, Esq., BCS | Visit HERE

Legal Considerations in Association Landscaping Decisions

It is often said that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and nowhere is this more evident than in the realm of community landscaping. Among the many benefits of residing within a community association is the expectation of consistently maintained and harmonious landscaping throughout the property. But, when does a change in common area/element landscaping become a material alteration requiring a vote of the membership?

As a general rule for a Florida condominium association, pursuant to §718.113 Fla. Stat., material alterations or substantial additions to condominium common elements require approval by 75 percent of total voting interests unless the declaration of condominium dictates a different procedure. But, as applied to a Florida homeowners’ association, the outcome is diametrically opposed because material alteration decisions are left to the board unless otherwise required by the governing documents.

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The Importance of Updating the Governing Documents of Community Associations | Recorded March 27, 2026

Recorded: March 27, 2026
*Read Before Viewing* | This recorded video WILL NOT satisfy Florida state certification requirements for Board Members, NOR will this recorded version offer CEUs for CAMS or Board Members. It is for informational purposes only and is not to be considered as legal advice. Should you have any questions, contact your association counsel.

Statutory changes and case law decisions greatly impact the interpretation, enforceability and legal effect of the governing documents of a community association. Antiquated documents can create liability exposure to the association and its members. Old provisions may hinder association operations, leaving community associations without the rights and remedies it needs to property govern the community. Learn about common pitfalls in older governing documents, specific provisions that are no longer legally enforceable and why updates are so crucial to successful association governance. With Emily E. Gannon, Esq.
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Covenant Enforceability for Community Associations | Recorded March 26, 2026

*Read Before Viewing* | This recorded video WILL NOT satisfy Florida state certification requirements for Board Members, NOR will this recorded version offer CEUs for CAMS or Board Members. It is for informational purposes only and is not to be considered as legal advice. Should you have any questions, contact your association counsel.

An informative webinar where we explored the importance of timely and uniform covenant enforcement, and the challenges that may arise due to inconsistent or delayed action. This session is ideal for CAMs, board members, and property professionals seeking to strengthen their understanding of the topic. Led by Kerstin Henze, Esq. of Kaye Bender Rembaum; hosted by CopperDoor Management.
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Why Timing and Experience Matter: Lessons from a Recent Appellate Case

Rembaum’s Association Roundup | Jeffrey A. Rembaum, Esq., BCS | Visit HERE

A recent appellate case, Whitehall at Bal Harbour Condominium Ass’n, Inc. v. Raviv, case No. 3D24-2031 (3d DCA, Jan 21, 2026), is a great reminder that in litigation, silence is not golden and can lead to a courtroom disaster. Legal disputes often turn on complex facts, nuanced statutes, and competing interpretations of precedent. But sometimes, the decisive factor is far simpler, such as whether a party raised its legal argument(s) at the right time.

This recent decision is a textbook example of how failing to timely assert a procedural objection can effectively forfeit it, and how that forfeiture can shape the outcome of an entire appeal, leading to a windfall victory for the other side. This case is much more than just a condominium dispute. It is a cautionary tale about litigation strategy, procedural diligence, and the indispensable value of retaining skilled litigation counsel.

The underlying dispute began as a typical conflict between a condominium association (Whitehall) and a…

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HOA Board Member Certification | March 4, 2026

*Read Before Viewing* | This recorded video WILL NOT satisfy Florida state certification requirements for Board Members, NOR will this recorded version offer CEUs for CAMS or Board Members. It is for informational purposes only and is not to be considered as legal advice. Should you have any questions, contact your association counsel.

Co-hosted with Folio Association Management. Course led by attorney Alan Schwartzseid, Esq. BCS. 
 
A comprehensive education of the statutory requirements and responsibilities that each volunteer must know to more effectively serve on the Board of Directors of a Homeowners’ Association.
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The Importance of Updating the Governing Documents of Community Associations | Recorded February 27, 2026

*Read Before Viewing* | This recorded video WILL NOT satisfy Florida state certification requirements for Board Members, NOR will this recorded version offer CEUs for CAMS or Board Members. It is for informational purposes only and is not to be considered as legal advice. Should you have any questions, contact your association counsel.

Statutory changes and case law decisions greatly impact the interpretation, enforceability and legal effect of the governing documents of a community association. Antiquated documents can create liability exposure to the association and its members. Old provisions may hinder association operations, leaving community associations without the rights and remedies it needs to property govern the community. Learn about common pitfalls in older governing documents, specific provisions that are no longer legally enforceable and why updates are so crucial to successful association governance. With Emily E. Gannon, Esq.
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Elections for Community Associations | Recorded February 25, 2026

*Read Before Viewing* | This recorded video WILL NOT satisfy Florida state certification requirements for Board Members, NOR will this recorded version offer CEUs for CAMS or Board Members. It is for informational purposes only and is not to be considered as legal advice. Should you have any questions, contact your association counsel.

Elections for Community Associations (with Kerstin Henze, Esq.). Attendees will learn about about election law and procedures for condominiums, cooperatives and homeowners’ associations, including eligibility requirements and terms of directors, best practices for remote meetings, vacancies between elections, and election disputes.