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NEW WAVE OF REGULATIONS
By
Rafael Aquino
Published March 20, 2024
Recently, there has been a noticeable
trend in the proliferation of laws and regulations governing
homeowners' associations (HOAs). The introduction of legislation
like House Bill 1203 underscores this growing movement. While the
intent behind such legislation is undoubtedly to enhance
transparency and accountability within HOAs, it raises a fundamental
question: Are we creating laws just for the sake of regulation?
These new mandates, especially those targeting
community association managers (CAMs) and management companies,
present a mixed bag. On one hand, they aim to foster a more open and
responsive environment for HOA members. On the other, they impose a
one-size-fits-all solution that may not be suitable for every
community or management structure. For CAMs and management companies
operating on slim margins or managing multiple associations across
vast regions, these regulations could introduce significant
operational hurdles, potentially diverting attention from the
communities they aim to serve.
Despite these challenges, I want to offer a
different perspective from our organization. While we acknowledge
the complexities and potential drawbacks these new laws present,
they do not pose a significant concern for us. The reason is simple:
We have always prioritized transparency, accountability, and open
communication with the communities we serve. The protocols and
practices now being legislated are ones we have voluntarily adopted
and refined over years of dedicated service.
In essence, while the landscape of HOA management
continues to evolve, driven by new laws and regulations, our
commitment to best practices and the highest service standards
remains steadfast. We view these changes not as obstacles but as
affirmations of the values that have always been at the core of our
operations.
In closing, while we recognize that the road
ahead may be challenging for some within our industry, we remain
focused on delivering exceptional service and upholding the
principles that have long guided our work. These changes are not
just a matter of legal compliance but a reflection of our ongoing
commitment to the communities we are privileged to serve.
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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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Suite 200
Doral, FL 33166
Broward Office: 150 S Pine Island RD Suite 300
Plantation, FL 33324
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