CLEARING UP ELECTION CONFUSION AND MAYHEM

By Darlys Walker

Published March 23, 2016

 

I could not agree more, that election time is the most volatile time for an association. Every homeowner, board member and CAM think they know exactly how it should be done. The problem is, in many cases, THEY DON’T!

  

Many of you know, that I view a lot of the state statutes ridiculous. Like the one that say if a CAM is determining a quorum, it is practicing law. BUT, given the nuances and regimented procedures required for the election process, I firmly believe, that having an attorney present and allowing them to lead procedures, can eliminate a tremendous amount of confusion along with the owner mayhem that can follow.

 

But beware, the outgoing board needs to ensure they retain an attorney who has experience in performing elections, has reviewed the community documents and is well versed on the overall temperature of the homeowners. They must possess the demeanor to diffuse any and all confrontational situations. Having the attorney walk the owners through the process, prior to beginning, is a great way to ensure everyone understands what to expect.

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Darlys Walker, Founder and CEO of Condominium Concepts Management, Inc. (CCM), is recognized for her straight talk, subject matter expertise, and valued insights regarding real  

state management, leasing, and HOAs. Her company serves a diverse portfolio of properties, from 16-units up to 600 as well as large mixed-use developments.  

 

   From its beginnings in 2000, CCM has become a well-respected asset manager and now works with over 100 associations with 16,000 units served by over 300 employees. Darlys and her team deliver resources and responsiveness through six regional offices - in Orlando, Miami, Jacksonville, Charleston, Nashville and Atlanta.

  

   Darlys Walker is best known for her passion and precision, understanding that the only difference that matters in today's demanding marketplace is service delivery ... doing what is promised and what is right. She knows that every community serves two masters ... the property owner/developer and the resident/homeowner. "If we are not equally responsive to both, we are not doing our job," she states.  

 

   Her clients say it best: "Darlys really knows her stuff" ... "at the top of her profession and it shows in the caliber of her clients" ... "delivers quality resources that match up well with needs and expectations that are really rigorous."  

 

   She is a licensed Real Estate Broker in four states, holds an Associate's Degree in Marketing and has earned the Accredited Real Estate Manager designation from the Georgia Institute of Real Estate Management. Also she is one of few certified as a Lead-Based Paint Abatement & Removal Trainer in Georgia.

  

   Darlys Walker and her team have been selected to manage the condominium conversion process and day-to-day operations for many of the Southeast's most high-profile condominium communities including luxury high-rises, mid-rises and garden-style homes. Most recently she has been recognized as an expert in 're-versions' of communities from condominiums to leased homes, as well as repositioning projects. A visionary and a tireless perfectionist, Darlys demonstrates hands-on leadership, working individually with each client and staff associate to achieve defined business outcomes and satisfaction.  

  

  For more information about Darlys Walker and Condominium Concepts Management, Inc. please visit www.condominiumconcepts.com.

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