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Essential for: Board Treasurers, Finance Committees
Essential for: Property Managers, Maintenance Committees
Essential for: Board Presidents, Legal Committees
Essential for: All Board Members, Social Committees
Start with historical spending data from the past 3 years. Account for 3-5% inflation on recurring expenses. Include 10-15% reserve fund contributions. Prioritize maintenance over cosmetic improvements. Present to the board for approval before homeowner review.
Conduct professional reserve studies every 3-5 years. Florida law recommends 70%+ funded reserves. Prioritize roof, pavement, and elevator replacements. Use component method for accurate forecasting.
Implement online payment portal for convenience. Establish clear late fee policies (max 1.5% per month in Florida). Use lien process as last resort. Offer payment plans for struggling homeowners.
Monthly pool maintenance (chemical balance, cleaning). Quarterly landscaping (pest control, irrigation checks). Annual roof inspections (pre-hurricane season). Biannual HVAC maintenance (pre-summer and winter).
Require Florida business licenses and insurance. Get 3 competitive bids for projects over $5,000. Use written contracts with scope of work. Conduct reference checks and site visits.
Hurricane preparedness checklist. Emergency contact list for board members. Generator testing schedule. Post-storm damage assessment protocol.
Schedule major projects in dry season (Nov-Apr). Prepare for hurricane season (Jun-Nov). Plan social events in winter months.
Keep meeting minutes for 7+ years. Maintain vendor contracts and insurance certificates. Document all homeowner communications.
Regular gate/access system maintenance. Adequate lighting in common areas. Background checks for vendors with access.
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