Concerning CAMs

In this episode we join Rayne McGreevy, CAM who is with Stroemer and Company, LLC as a Director and CIRA Co-Practice Leader. In this episode she guides listeners through the various aspects of using financial statements.Episode Notes:Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: Kevin@EducationPathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest: Rayne M. McGreevy, CAMDirector, CIRA Co-Practice LeaderPhone : 239-433-1002Email: RayneM@stroemercpa.comWeb: http://www.stroemercpa.com

In this episode we join Hope Cadunzi with Stroemer & Company. Hope, a licensed CAM, and is a bookkeeper with Stroemer. During this podcast Hope explains how to organize budgeting with boards. Reserve studies and other relevant aspects of budgeting are discussed during this podcast.Episode Notes:Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: Kevin@EducationPathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest: Hope E. Cadunzi, CAM, Bookkeeper with Stroemer & CompanyEmail: HopeC@stroemerCPA.comPhone: 239-433-1002Web: http://www.stroemercpa.com

The episode is a discussion of things that CAMs and board members should consider when it comes to serving alcohol, food and beverages at association or BYOB events. Episode Notes:Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: Kevin@educationpathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest: Richard D. DeBoest II, Esq.Goede, Adamczyk, DeBoest, & CrossAttorneys and Professional CounselWeb: http://www.gadclaw.comPhone: 239-331-5100

In this episode we sit with Jack Reynolds who is responsible for business development with Advanced Roofing and Sheet Metal. Topics include use of annual inspection, maintenance programs and the best strategies to employ to keep your roof healthy so it doesn't fail prematurely.Episode Notes:Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: Kevin@educationpathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest: Jack ReynoldsBusiness Development, Advanced Roofing and Sheet Metal Email: jack@arsmfl.comPhone: 239-887-2034Web: http://www.advancedroofingandsheetmetal.com

In this episode we sit with Rayne McGreevy, CAM who is with Stroemer and Company, LLC as a Director and CIRA Co-Practice Leader. The focus of the topic for this podcast is Budget and Cash Flows. Rayne guides listeners through the various nuances associated with the budget and cash flow process.Episode Notes:Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: Kevin@EducationPathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest: Rayne M. McGreevy, CAMDirector, CIRA Co-Practice LeaderPhone : 239-433-1002Email: RayneM@stroemercpa.comWeb: http://www.stroemercpa.com

Today we joined Spencer Hennings, Esq. , Florida's Condominium Ombudsman. Spencer was appointed by Governor DeSantis to his role in July 2020. Our conversation today is an overview of the services provided by the office of Ombudsman Hennings.  Highlights of today's podcast include:Election monitoring;Recommending legislation to the legislature and Governor's office;Dispute resolution and more...Episode Notes:Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: Kevin@EducationPathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest: Spencer E. Hennings, Esq.Florida's Condominium OmbudsmanOffice of the Condominium OmbudsmanPhone: 954-202-3234Email: ombudsman@myfloridalicense.comFacebook: Office of the Florida Condominium OmbudsmanWeb:  http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/condominiums-and-cooperatives/condominium-ombudsman/

In this episode we join Marc Whitfield, CPA, CFST, Mtax, who works with Stroemer and Company, LLC as a CPA and Tax Practice Leader. In this episode he guides listeners through the various aspects of taxation as it relates to Common Interest Realty Associations (CIRAs).Episode Notes:Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: Kevin@EducationPathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest: Marc S. Whitfield, CPA, CFST, MtaxTax Practice LeaderPhone : 239-433-1002Email: MarcW@stroemercpa.comWeb: http://www.stroemercpa.com

In this episode we join Rayne McGreevy, CAM who is with Stroemer and Company, LLC as a Director and CIRA Co-Practice Leader. In this episode Rayne reviews the Florida Statute requirements related to reserves and highlights what Boards and CAMs should not do when working with reserve funds.Episode Notes:Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: Kevin@EducationPathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest: Rayne M. McGreevy, CAMDirector, CIRA Co-Practice LeaderPhone : 239-433-1002Email: RayneM@stroemercpa.comWeb: http://www.stroemercpa.com

In this episode we sit with Jack Reynolds who is responsible for business development with Advanced Roofing and Sheet Metal. Topics include checking references, verifying and communicating the scope of work, necessity of performance bonds, safety record, insurance verification, retaining funds until the project is complete and permitting/inspection of the project.Episode Notes:Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: Kevin@educationpathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest: Jack ReynoldsBusiness Development, Advanced Roofing and Sheet Metal Email: jack@arsmfl.comPhone: 239-887-2034Web: http://www.advancedroofingandsheetmetal.com

In this episode we sit with Dave Engle with Advanced Roofing and Sheet Metal's AC Division to discuss HVAC Equipment. Topics include outdated refrigerant (R-22) and the newer (R-410A) refrigerant.  Also a review of the benefits of the newer systems on the market today.Episode Notes:Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: kevin@educationpathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest: Dave Engel, Manager, Advanced Roofing and Sheet Metal AC DivisionAdvanced Roofing and Sheet Metal AC DivisionEmail: david.engel@arsmfl.comPhone: 239-202-7320

In this episode we sit with Dave Engle with Advanced Roofing and Sheet Metal's AC Division to discuss AC Maintenance. The focus is on maintenance strategies to extend the life of HVAC systems.Episode Notes:Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: kevin@educationpathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest: Dave Engel, Manager, Advanced Roofing and Sheet Metal AC DivisionAdvanced Roofing and Sheet Metal AC DivisionEmail: david.engel@arsmfl.comPhone: 239-202-7320

In this episode we join Dusty Fontaine who is responsible for Irrigation Business Development with Greenscapes SW Florida.  With 47 years of experience working with irrigation systems he sheds light on what we need to know about irrigation systems. Dusty shares the transitions in the industry and what associations need to plan for to keep their systems operating efficiently. Dusty enlightens us regarding how technology has improved the efficiency of irrigation systems.Episode Notes:Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: Kevin@educationpathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest: Dusty FontaineBusiness Development, Greenscapes SW FloridaWeb: https://www.greenscapesfl.com/Office: 239-643-4471

Unit Owner Versus Association: What is Covered, What is NotIn this episode we sit down with Jeff Sanders, Client Advisor at Gulfshore Insurance to discuss what is and isn’t covered by your association Property policy, and who’s policy (the Association’s or the unit owner’s) policy is responsible for certain property in an insurable event.  Episode Notes: Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAM Email: Kevin@educationpathways.biz Web: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest: Jeff Sanders, Client Advisor Gulfshore Insurance Email: JSanders@gulfshoreinsurance.com Web: http://www.GulfshoreInsurance.com Direct: 239.430.7532

Most Notorious Pests in the LandscapeIn this episode we join Linda Ray Nelson, President of Greenscapes SW Florida for a conversation about pests that CAMs and Board members should be aware in Association properties. Linda Nelson shares strategies to employ to deal with pests which are not always bad as we learn in this podcast. She also shares how certain plants may inhibit pests on a property.Episode Notes:Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: Kevin@educationpathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.biz Guest: Linda Rae NelsonPresident, Greenscapes SW FloridaWeb: https://www.greenscapesfl.com/Office: 239-643-4471Email: lnelson@greenscapesfl.com

In this episode we sit with two industry veterans, guest host, Dr. Beth Hagan and Mr. Mark Benson, who discuss the changes that have taken place in community association management through the decades. Dr. Beth Hagan, M.Ed., MBA and Ph.D., has more than twenty-five years’ experience in developing and delivering educational programs for literally thousands of community association board members and managers throughout Florida. She created CAMP, the Community Association Managers Program; CAOF, the Community Association Officers Forum; CEUs for CAMS and distance education classes for CAMs and board members through the company she recently sold, Education Pathways.   Mr. Mark Benson has more than forty years' experience in community association management. He is the previous owner of an accredited association management company; one of the first CAMs to be licensed in the State of Florida; a legislative consultant; educator and expert witness in matters that relate to association management. He served as a member of the 2008 Florida House Select Committee on Condominium and Homeowner Association Governance drafting legislative changes to the Florida Condominium Act, Chapter 718 of the Florida Statues. He is currently an active county court mediator in association disputes.Episode Notes:Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: kevin@educationpathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest Host: Beth Hagan, M.Ed., MBA , Ph.D.Founder and Past Owner, Education PathwaysEmail: bhagan7@aol.comGuest: Mark Benson, CAMEmail: Mark@MarkRBenson.com

In this episode we join Hope Cadunzi with Stroemer & Company. Hope works with Stroemer as a bookkeeper and walks listeners through the various aspects of dealing with accounting financials.Episode Notes:Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: Kevin@EducationPathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest: Hope E. Cadunzi, CAM, Bookkeeper with Stroemer & CompanyEmail: HopeC@stroemerCPA.comPhone: 239-433-1002Web: http://www.stroemercpa.com

In this episode we sit with Jack Reynolds who is responsible for business development with Advanced Roofing and Sheet Metal. We discuss various roofing systems, roof warranties, how to extend them and the difference between a contractor's warranty and those of the manufacturer.Episode Notes:Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: Kevin@educationpathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest: Jack ReynoldsBusiness Development, Advanced Roofing and Sheet Metal Email: jack@arsmfl.comPhone: 239-887-2034Web: http://www.advancedroofingandsheetmetal.com

In this episode we sit with Dave Engle with Advanced Roofing and Sheet Metal's AC Division to discuss relevant technology that can be implemented in AC systems. We explore Wi-Fi thermostats, UV lighting for sanitation and more.Episode Notes:Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: kevin@educationpathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest: Dave Engel, Manager, Advanced Roofing and Sheet Metal AC DivisionAdvanced Roofing and Sheet Metal AC DivisionEmail: david.engel@arsmfl.comPhone: 239-202-7320

This episode will highlight for CAMs and board members what they need to consider with regard to fining; and the procedures to follow to avoid difficult circumstances with condo and association residents.Episode Notes:Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: Kevin@educationpathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest: Steven J. Adamczyk, Esq.Goede, Adamczyk, DeBoest, & CrossAttorneys and Professional CounselWeb: http://www.gadclaw.comPhone: 239-331-5100

In these challenging times, now more than ever, we find members who are stressed in our condo and HOA communities. This episode explores things CAMs and board members need to consider in responding to hostile residents.Episode Notes:Host & Producer: Kevin S. Konecny, CAMEmail: Kevin@educationpathways.bizWeb: http://www.educationpathways.bizGuest: Steven J. Adamczyk, Esq.Goede, Adamczyk, DeBoest, & CrossAttorneys and Professional CounselWeb: http://www.gadclaw.comPhone: 239-331-5100