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Human Trafficking Awareness Requirements Click here to jump to the virtual training webinar Update: During the 2023 legislative session, Florida...

2024 SWFAA Budget Tool For Properties

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In 2019, language was added to Florida law to increase human trafficking awareness by imposing various requirements on public lodging...

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All SWFAA 2023 Membership Dues Invoices were sent to your billing contact email on file on January 1, 2023. You may also access your dues...

Unite Florida Portal Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the creation of a new program to assist those affected by Hurricane Ian. The Governor...

Click on any of the topics in the table below to jump to the corresponding information. Resident Impact Survey Properties with Vacancy Resident...

January 11, 2022, Florida’s annual Legislative Session convened with the accompaniment of Governor DeSantis’ State of the State Address....

The Southwest Florida Apartment Association offices will be open for short weeks for the remainder of the year (closed Mondays and Fridays). ...

Alachua County Passes Mandatory Participation in Section 8 Program On July 13, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners passed...

On June 24, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued its final extension to the eviction moratorium. What does this mean...

On April 19, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued a rule related to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...

During a Tuesday meeting, Lee County officials decided to move forward with the transfer of more than two million dollars from the Department of...

Governor DeSantis Allows Florida's Eviction Restrictions to Expire The Southwest Florida Apartment Association is pleased to report that Governor...

In May 2020, FAA researched average compensation and benefits for multifamily professionals across Florida and within each of our 10 affiliate...

On Sept. 25, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-244, moving all of Florida’s 67 counties into Phase 3 of the governor's...

FAA Provides an Informative Webinar outlining the CDC Eviction Moratorium CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE WEBINAR RECORDING. On September 1, the...

CDC Files National Eviction Moratorium On September 1, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) filed an order in the Federal...

On August 31, Governor DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-211, which extends the limited eviction protections established by Executive Order...

This year's Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30. It's important to work with your residents in preparation. The SWFAA...

Florida's Pandemic Primary Voters picked candidates for November in primary elections around the state on August 18th in a strange election in...

Disclaimer: This information is being provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. SWFAA members are encouraged to...

Due to the unprecedented outbreak of COVID-19, the state, and local governments have developed many assistance programs for those affected by the...

Apartment Onsite Teams Day Let’s Celebrate Our Onsite Teams! Join us in recognition of our apartment onsite teams, Wednesday, August 12 for...

During the 2019 session, language was added to Florida Statutes to increase human trafficking awareness by imposing various requirements on...

Often times, residents leave behind bicycles upon vacating. Regardless of the condition, please do not discard them! Contact us for...

Governor Extends Eviction Moratorium for Nonpayment of Rent through August 1, 2020 Last night, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-159....

Disclaimer: This information is being provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. SWFAA members are encouraged to...

Eviction Moratorium On June 1st, Governor DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-137. This order extends the eviction moratorium (order 20-94) until...

Disclaimer: This information is being provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. SWFAA members are encouraged to...

LIVE WEBINARS The Southwest Florida Apartment Association is pleased to offer its members a series of FREE educational webinars throughout the...

Note: This list is not all encompassing and is expected to grow in the coming weeks. It will be updated as new information becomes...

The Southwest Florida Apartment Association is committed to keeping members informed about issues that may affect you, your businesses, and your...

Understandably, there is growing concern about the virus and potential impacts on industry programs and events. The National Apartment Association...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is closely monitoring the outbreak of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) [formerly novel...

This is the first in a series of several updates regarding the 2020 Florida legislative session. For more information regarding the...

by: Kevin McQuaid Commercial Real Estate Editor BUSINESS OBSERVER Commercial real estate research firm CoStar Group’s analysis of...

SWFAA is excited to announce the Top Winners of the BIG BANG CONTEST! Congratulations to Brian Bruland, Maintenance Supervisor at Inspira...

At SWFAA, one of our primary goals in keeping the idustry strong is to help match talent with industry careers. We have partnered with WebScribble,...

On June 14, New York State passed A. 8281 and S. 6458, also known as the “Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019.” The...

We work in an industry that is vital not only to families, but also to the economy of our nation. A career in multifamily is not a pitstop! It...

Effective June 26, 2019, Blue Moon Software will be updating the Blue Moon eSignature Services to allow electronic signatures to be initiated and...

This year's Florida Apartment Association Education Conference & Trade Show, "ILLUMINATE" at Waldorf Astoria's beautifuel Boca Resort &...

Get the National Apartment Association practical guide to reasonable accomodation requests for Emotional Support Animals here! CLICK HERE TO...

Did you know that April marks the 50th Anniversary of the passage of the Fair Housing Act? If you missed the SWFAA Fair Housing Class in...

by Les Shaver for NAA Whether it is product suppliers, mortgage brokers or tax consultants, industry supplier partners can provide expertise for...

The SWFAA Advocacy Squad took Tallahassee by storm this week to lobby at the capital on doorstep trash jeopardy, rental insurance and affordable...

Welcome to our new website! We have a brand new look and updated technology in an effort to better serve all our members. In order to get the most...

Memberships are company based. If your company is already a member, then so are you! Create your own account to begin taking advantage of your...

MULTIFAMILY HOUSING: The Essential Industry Text, has been developed as a definitive reference and interactive guide aimed at expanding the...

Allowing use of marijuana in any rental housing community, even as an “accommodation to a disability” would be...