If someone gets paid for providing CAM (Community Association Management) services, a license is required by law IF the association has more than 10 units or has a budget of $100,000 or more.
CAM Services include:
- Practices requiring substantial specialized knowledge, judgment, and managerial skills when done for remuneration;
- Controlling or disbursing funds of a community association;
- Preparing budgets or other financial documents for a community association;
- Assisting in the noticing or conduct of community association meetings; and
- Coordinating maintenance for the residential development and other day-to-day services involved with the operation of a community association.
A person who performs clerical or ministerial functions under the direct supervision and control of a licensed manager or who is charged only with performing the maintenance of a community association and who does not assist in any of the management services described above is not required to be licensed.
Does a Board have to hire a CAM? No. The Board can do the work themselves, as long as they are not paid.
If you want to get a CAM License, the process is pretty straightforward.
1. Apply with the state via the DBPR (Department of Business and Professional Regulation).
2. Attend a certified educational course - 15 hours.
3. Complete an electronic fingerprint and background check process.
4. Pass the Test (75% or more correct answers).
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