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WHY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION WEBSITES ARE ESSENTIAL FOR
TRANSPARENCY
By
Rafael Aquino
Published April 26, 2023
Community associations, whether condominiums,
co-ops, or HOAs, are responsible for providing transparency to their
owners. One way to achieve this is through a community association
website. In Florida, the state recognizes the importance of
transparency in community associations and requires condominiums
with 150 or more units to have an owners-only website that posts
official records. However, this requirement should extend beyond
just large condominiums.
Community associations of all sizes should
consider having their website to give owners transparency. Even if a
community does not meet the state-mandated requirement, having a
website is still a good idea.
A website can provide owners with easy access to
official records, notices of meetings, and other important
information. It can also help reduce the burden on managers to
respond to document requests. Additionally, it can prevent lawsuits
or arbitrations if the website is kept up-to-date. It's about more
than just meeting legal requirements. It's about providing owners
with a sense of transparency and openness. This can build trust
between the board, management, and owners and foster a happier
community.
However, it's important to note that the
community association website should be more comprehensive than just
the required information. It should also include commonly asked
questions, how to apply to the association, how to pay fees, and
other relevant information owners may need. This will help to make
the website more user-friendly and informative for owners.
In conclusion, having a community association
website is essential for transparency, no matter the size of the
community. It can build trust and create a more positive living
experience for all owners. The state of Florida has recognized the
importance of transparency in condominiums, and it is time for all
community associations to follow suit by establishing their websites
with informative content.
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As the Co-Founder and CEO
of Affinity Management Services, Rafael P. Aquino leads his team to
redefine excellence. They serve community associations
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and effectively with
dedication and passion. Rafael’s energy and positive
spirit is the foundation of Affinity Management
Services’ company culture, which instills enthusiasm and
excitement when providing expert advice to its board
members and relieving the day-to-day burdens of running
a community association.
Since 2007, Rafael has
developed a work culture that values responsive and
high-quality services. He has led his team by following
a proactive vs reactive philosophy. The same approach
Rafael instills in the day to day operations of each
association. Today, Affinity Management Services
maintains its success and benefits as a result of the
foundation Rafael has built and continues to foster by
providing educational seminars, continuing education
classes for association managers and board members
alike.
Rafael and his team help condominium and homeowners’
associations save money and improve their communities.
His calm, personable, and service-oriented nature helps
him to establish strong relationships with ease. Rafael
is known as a sincere and honest leader who looks out
for the best interests of his clients and communities,
and he strongly advocates for their needs. His role
requires coordination and communication, as such he
takes logical and intelligent steps to approach
challenges head-on.
As a graduate of Florida International University’s
electrical engineering program and a licensed community
association manager, Rafael’s education and skills equip
him with unique insights to tackle complex problems
through critical thinking. He understands how each
component within a system works together in order to
effectively arrive at solutions, techniques, and
conclusions. Therefore, as he manages the multiple
challenges of running a community association management
company, he understands how each property is its own
unique system and tailors’ specific services to assure
that all their needs are met.
For more information about Rafael P. Aquino and Affinity
Management Services please visit
www.ManagedByAffinity.com or call 1-800-977-6279
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Doral, FL 33166
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