SAD BUT TRUE

By Darlys Walker

Published October 1, 2014

Eric’s blog is sad but true. One would think that in America if we buy something it is ours and no one can take it from us. Clearly that is not the case in Florida!!!

As one blogger/reader responded, “Vote” and that is exactly what has to happen to make any significant changes to the Florida statute.

As Homeowners and Condo owners, you have to get involved. Every vote counts. If the Legislators we have in office are not protecting you and your rights, it is time to get rid of them by voting someone else into office. Every Association should consider starting a “Legislative Committee” charging this committee with staying abreast of issues affecting HOA’s and COA’s, getting the information to the unit owners and encouraging them to get involved! As I’ve said many times, “Together, we can make a difference”.

But remember, you need to check your Association documents to ensure it contains the language of “As amended from time to time”. If it does not, there is your starting place. The Board should begin the process of amending your documents to include this language so that you benefit from all changes in the statute!

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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