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On Friday, the National Apartment Association (NAA) announced that AAGO is one of its 2021 Innovation in Diversity and Inclusion Grant recipients. We are thrilled to be a recipient and continue to bolster our efforts of creating an association and industry ecosystem where diverse constituencies... Continue Reading

MALLORY HOFFMEYER | MANAGEMENT VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR Mallory Hoffmeyer stepped into her role as Chair of the Special Events Committee in 2020 just before the pandemic seemingly halted in-person event programming. Not one to be deterred, Mallory and her Committee members rose to the challenge of... Continue Reading

Making the Most of your AAGO Membership AAGO Community We want to be sure you are making the most of your AAGO membership! In an effort to do so, throughout this year, the AAGO team will be highlighting a few of the exclusive benefits that come along with being an AAGO member. From new member... Continue Reading

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Coronavirus Quick References, Association Protocol, Programming, and Procedural Updates Information on this page continues to be updated in real-time. Please note, while many of the resources are open to the public some, especially those of a sensitive nature are limited to AAGO Members and... Continue Reading

Why Should I Participate in the Member Census? As is the case with the U.S. Census, there are a variety of benefits to participating in AAGO's 2020 Member Census! Take a minute to think of all the preferences you have. Do you prefer emailing over texting? Do you learn better in an online class... Continue Reading

Update: The Slate of Officers & Directors was ratified on October 27th, 2020 by the AAGO Membership! TO REGISTER FOR JANUARY 2021 INSTALLATION DINNER CLICK HERE The Nominating Committee for the Apartment Association of Greater Orlando (AAGO) has selected the following slate of Officers and... Continue Reading

Some may know her through her work with the AAGO Foundation, while others may know her for her work as the VP of Operations for iLS network (the parent company of 407apartments).... For those of you who don't know her, allow us to introduce you to Sydney Jamieson. AAGO Foundation Board Member,... Continue Reading

In partnership with the National Apartment Association (NAA), in an effort to show our appreciation, Wednesday, August 12, 2020, has been designated as Apartment Onsite Teams Day! The apartment industry has and continues to face a lot of uncertainty. However, throughout the pandemic, one... Continue Reading

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Disclaimer: The information on this resource page does not intend to serve as legal advice. It is for referential and informational uses only. AAGO strongly encourages members to consult with their legal counsel on matters such as these, as well as, their corporate office teams in the creation of... Continue Reading

Disclaimer- AAGO is not a regulatory authority or licensed to provide any legal advice or operational guidance. This resource is designed to provide tips, references, and information as members begin crafting their reopening policies. We urge and encourage you to consult with your legal counsel... Continue Reading

COVID-19: Office and Amenity Reopening Supplies & Services The following AAGO supplier partner members have responded to a call to action and indicated they have the following products and services needed to reopen offices and amenities with a quick turnaround. We will continue to update as... Continue Reading

On May 5, 2020, we hosted a virtual office and amenity reopening discussion for our members to address, strategize, engage and exchange ideas, thoughts, and best practices as we enter phase 1 of our state's reopening process. Below, we have outlined a few discussion highlights, as well as,... Continue Reading

As we continue to adjust to and cope with the needs of COVID-19, we have heard the following loud and clear... "How can we best support our association and industry during this unprecedented time?" The answer? Choosing to use the Member Directory! This simple solution gives you (and AAGO) an... Continue Reading

County Emergency Executive Orders & Property Management FAQs This is a recent development, and more information will be provided as it is made available. As always, please consult with your corporate office and general counsel on workplace safety, protocols, and procedures related to after... Continue Reading

On Monday, April 6th, we hosted our Property Management Executive Town Hall, giving attendees an opportunity to engage in Q&A with industry colleagues and share any new or recent developments their company or community has made to better cope with COVID-19. Overview of New Member Resources... Continue Reading

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The recapped information is outlined according to the Town Hall agenda provided below. To jump down to information specific to a respective agenda item, simply click the title. Town Hall Agenda Welcome, and Overview of Resources Available via Association Websites - AAGO President, Lee Rogers... Continue Reading

The goal of our virtual Town Hall was to give members an opportunity to engage in productive Q&A with some of our top industry-gurus, leading the discussion. Town Hall attendees were given the opportunity to send in their top-of-mind questions, participate in some Coronavirus-related polling,... Continue Reading

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ICYMI: Recording of the March 19th PPE Webinar - Runtime: 1 Hour Presenter: April Lowery, Safety Consultant, The Avitus Group **IMPORTANT UPDATE** We encourage you to review the CDC's new social distancing guidelines which encourage the usage of face masks here. Download the PowerPoint... Continue Reading

ICYMI: Recording of the March 18th, COVID19 101 Webinar - Total Runtime 33 min Presenter: April Lowery, Safety Consultant, The Avitus Group Below the video you can see the results of the operations poll conducted during the call! Download the presentation here! WEBINAR POLL... Continue Reading

Click Here to Register Your Team! We're are asking our hardworking volunteers to work together and flex their "creative muscles" to develop a boilerplate concept that outlines and dissects how to best address or solve one (or more) of the medium-long term objectives detailed in the 2019 Strategic... Continue Reading

Check out a few of our 2019 highlights, below! January & February Government Affairs Events Education Highlights 2019 brought a plethora of local happenings. From Orange County's School Impact Fee Study to the City of Orlando's recycling program, as well as two legislative delegation... Continue Reading

Congratulations to all of our 2019 Golden Key Winners! Don't forget to check out your photos from the big night, here! Here's a full list of our 2019 Golden Key Award Winners! Continue Reading

It is that time of year again for you to report your Continuing Education Credits to the National Apartment Association! If you are a designate of either your NALP, CAMT, CAM or CAPS, you will be receiving your renewal letter from NAA and in order to renew, you need those CECs. This doesn't... Continue Reading

Text from image on this page includes: Be a jack-of-all-trades and upgrade your pay. The next Apartment Maintenance Technician "AMT" class for Valencia College will begin on January 13th, 2020 at the Valencia College Poinciana Center for Accelerated Training. For more information you can visit... Continue Reading

Urgent Regulatory Alert Criminal Screening Lawsuit Activity Please be advised, this is not intended to serve as legal advice. We urge and encourage you to contact your legal counsel should you be confronted with a situation falling in line with the information below.... Continue Reading

Take a quick Peak-A-BOO! ...Looza... With the gathering of some of the most masterful multifamily marketing minds, this year's LAP was a must-attend event. Take a look at some of the fresh and inventive marketing strategies our LAP attendees learned about, below! Selling the... Continue Reading

The National Apartment Association (NAA) and the National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) have asked for our assistance in gathering information regarding eviction statistics and procedures from our operators and managers. We are asking and encouraging our Regional Property Managers and... Continue Reading

Houston, no problem here! Welcome to the Apartment Association of Greater Orlando (AAGO) Check out what AAGO is all about, below! Our membership is comprised of apartment communities, apartment owners, managers, developers, suppliers, and professionals dedicated to promoting, enhancing,... Continue Reading

"One of the worst days in America’s history saw some of the bravest acts in Americans’ history. We’ll always honor the heroes of 9/11. And here at this hallowed place, we pledge that we will never forget their sacrifice.”—President George W. Bush, 2008 "Today the... Continue Reading

As Floridians shift their attentions to the 2020 Presidential and State Elections, it may come as a surprise to hear that we are much closer to election season than one may think! With a handful of local elections throughout central Florida taking place through the end of this year, now is as... Continue Reading

It should come as no surprise that an enormous part of the success in our events, educational programs, and advocacy efforts are the product of our assiduously committed and benevolent volunteer leaders. Now more than ever, it is so easy to get swept up in life's happenings. So, before we get... Continue Reading

Hurricane Dorian: AAGO Events ,Operations, and Resource Information For links to official resources such as local emergency management, shelters, hurricane tracking, etc. please click here. NOAA HURRICANE CENTER: DORIAN UPDATES Power Outage Maps (Spectrum News 13) This page is solely designed... Continue Reading

Industry advancing, advocacy enhancing Here's a look at our 2019 Owners & Officers Luncheon Kicking off the Luncheon, we heard from our welcoming hosts, Bridgette Desko from the Addison at Windermere and our friends at ContraVest, who dove right into things providing intel on all of the... Continue Reading

It was an honor to Chair the Nominating Committee for the 2020 AAGO Board of Directors. My fellow committee members and I were impressed with the highly qualified, passionate, and talented nominees for a select few positions and it was no small feat to make final selections. We wish to thank all... Continue Reading

The greater Orlando Young Professionals, AAGO and the AAGO Foundation, in partnership with, Goodwill of Central Florida, City of Life Foundation, Embrace Families and Elevate Orlando want to ensure that students throughout our community have the tools they need to succeed in this upcoming school... Continue Reading

An Open Letter to Central Floridians By Chip Tatum, AAGO Chief Executive Officer Why is housing affordability a challenge in central Florida? Quite simply, there isn’t enough supply to keep up with unprecedented demand and population growth in our region. According to CoStar, at the end of... Continue Reading

AAGO's State of the Market dinner meeting was an enormous success, as industry professionals from near and far came together for an evening of flavorful food and captivating conversation. Our knowledgeable panelists gave us a break down of the past, present, and future state of central Florida's... Continue Reading

Calm down, Stacey. That adrenaline rush isn't coming from The Hulk ride. You work in the central Florida apartment industry! In a time where other markets throughout the country are experiencing population decreases central Florida is growing at an unprecedented rate! Many experts forecast... Continue Reading

"Housing for All" A look into Orange County's new Affordable Housing Task Force Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings' and his team have been busy at work putting the final touches on the County's new 'Housing for All' Task Force. The task force aims to put into motion the recommendations of the... Continue Reading

On February 28th, AAGO and FAA issued the following "Joint Statement" in response to rent control proposals. Links to media coverage can be found below the press release. JOINT STATEMENT ON RENT CONTROL PROPOSALS On Behalf of: Bonnie Smetzer, President, The Florida Apartment Association... Continue Reading

2019 on "the Hill" In the afterglow of the 2019 Legislative Conference, the AAGO team has been reflecting on the level of success we've been able to achieve through our association's continued advocacy efforts. Each year, member's from all across the state of Florida come together to advocate... Continue Reading

As an industry, it is important that we work together during this difficult time to help those residents affected by the government shutdown. Four weeks into a rigid government shutdown, federal employees may begin to experience difficulties meeting the conditions of your lease. Luckily, the... Continue Reading

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Be in the Know Legislative Delegation Meetings What are They? Where are They? Why Should I Care? As 2020 quickly creeps upon us, so does the 2020 Legislative Session. Florida has a quirky legislature, cycling between an earlier legislative session, beginning in January and a legislative later... Continue Reading

Golden Key Awards-It's a Wrap! by Carina Pfieffer, Chair of Special Events Committee, AAGO and Market Director at 407apartments Julie Smith, Vice Chair of Special Events Committee, AAGO and Property Manager at Highlands Viera West On behalf of the Special Events Committee and the entire AAGO... Continue Reading

By: Robbie Carey As the number of job postings continues to rise, it can be a struggle to find qualified candidates to apply to your open rental housing positions. Check out some tips on how to attract a larger pool of qualified candidates to your posting. Happy recruiting! 1. Remember Your Job... Continue Reading

It's no secret that AAGO's dedicated and hard working volunteers help make our amazing events and world class educational opportunities possible. Each year we show appreciation for members who give back to the association at the annual Thanks for Giving Luncheon. This year's Thanks for Giving... Continue Reading

In preparation for this year’s Golden Key Awards we are reliving some of the excitement from last year’s big event. For the next several weeks, we will continue to highlight some of last year’s Golden Key Nominees and share their stories with you. This week, we sat down with... Continue Reading

Annual Toy Drive for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program You have been waiting for the information and now it's here. Once again, AAGO wants to help make sure that all of the children in the Central Florida area are able to celebrate and receive a new toy. We are collecting... Continue Reading

Local Candidates Supported in 2018 We are committed to supporting candidates for local office that understand the needs of the apartment industry in central Florida! The following candidates have been financially supported so far this year (2018) through the Apartment Political Action Committee... Continue Reading

In preparation for this year’s Golden Key Awards we are reliving some of the excitement from last year’s big event. For the next several weeks, we are going to highlight some of last year’s Golden Key Nominees and share their stories with you. This week, we sat down with Stacey... Continue Reading

Maintenance Roundtable Recap By Rhonda Crawford, Regional Maintenance/Training Director, Concord Management Limited On September 19, AAGO hosted the first ever Maintenance Roundtable. We had 14 service team members in attendance to discuss and brainstorm solutions to some of the daily... Continue Reading

Renae Gates, Management Volunteer of the Year Our Management Volunteer of the Year exemplifies the spirit of volunteerism! Some of the things our members (and the AAGO team) appreciate most about Renae is her energy, thoughtfulness, hard work, and most of all her sunny disposition. Over the last... Continue Reading

The premiere leasing and marketing training event of the year is scheduled for September 13th and we hope you will join the industry’s best for this valuable learning opportunity! AAGO’s annual Lease-A-Palooza will be held at the Church Street Ballroom from 10am – 4pm. The theme... Continue Reading

Golden Key Awards Winners! by Shana Jackson, Community Manager The Oaks at Southlake Commons My name is Shana Jackson and I am the Community Manager of The Oaks of Southlake Commons. I have been attending the Golden Key awards for several years now, but last year’s event was the best so... Continue Reading

Why is APASS Important to You? By Heather Alzate, PRG Real Estate, Vice Chair of Education Advisory Council We work in an industry where every element of our job is constantly changing. We filter through sales, new laws, resident expectations and so much more daily. Some ask, “How... Continue Reading

Supplier Roundtable Blog By Amanda Lynch, Real Floors 2018 Associate Vice President, Apartment Association of Greater Orlando On August 1, AAGO hosted the first ever Supplier’s Roundtable. We had 29 Suppliers in attendance to discuss and brainstorm solutions to some of the daily... Continue Reading

The job market is on fire and the economy growing, which makes it difficult to retain top talent. Do you cringe at the thought of losing your top leasing agent or a seasoned property manager with a strong track record for success? The answer most certainly should be, “Yes!” Similar to... Continue Reading

My Experience Winning a Golden Key Award by Maurice Williams Director of Sales, BG Multifamily While attending FAA last October I was new to my supplier role and in our BG Multifamily booth talking to some partners in the industry. I turn around and there were two Managers standing behind me... Continue Reading

Did you miss "Are you the one?" marketing strategy class? Never fear! We have a blog that recaps the class. Click here now Continue Reading

For the fourth year in a row, the Apartment Association of Greater Orlando (AAGO) and the AAGO Foundation, Inc. partnered with Goodwill of Central Florida, Community Based Care of Central Florida and the City of Life Foundation to provide a hands-on job shadow experience for central Florida foster... Continue Reading

Summer is now in full swing. Temperatures are rising, the kids are out of school for the summer, and many employees are putting in requests for vacation time. Right now you may be asking yourself what you can do to ensure your office is covered during vacation season. If your office doesn’t... Continue Reading

Did you know AAGO is committed to giving back to the local community? AAGO provides association members with a variety of opportunities to give back to the central Florida communities we know and love. AAGO’s annual Apartment Industry Job Shadow Day event is just one of the many ways we show... Continue Reading

Whether you have been an AAGO member for one month or 10 years, you know the association takes great pride in serving members and the apartment industry. One of the many ways AAGO always strives for excellence is in the association’s ability to communicate and connect with current and... Continue Reading

There are many things that seem inevitable this time of year in the Sunshine State: It rains in Florida at 3 pm. The temperatures will hit the high 90’s just about every day. The humidity is through the roof. Ice cream becomes its own food group designed to help us cope with the... Continue Reading

Multi-Site Manager Roundtable Recap By Renae Gates, Dalcor Companies On May 18, AAGO hosted the first ever Multi Site Manager’s Roundtable. We had 22 leaders in attendance to discuss and brainstorm solutions to some of the daily challenges that face them. Led by 6 “team... Continue Reading

AAGO 2018 Trade Show Highlights The theme for this year's show was "The Decades" and attendees took a trip down memory lane on April 24th at the Central Florida Fair Grounds. The event featured over 140 exhibitors who showcased the latest products and technologies geared towards the multifamily... Continue Reading

Baseball season is now in full swing. The best players in the league trained hard during spring training just to prepare for the challenges of another season. Regardless of how many successful seasons a team has played, each year the athletes take time to get back to the basics during spring... Continue Reading

We hope you’ll take a trip down memory lane with us at this year’s Trade Show on April 24th at the Central Florida Fair Grounds. This year’s Trade Show theme is “The Decades” and the event will feature over 140 exhibitors who will be ready to showcase the latest... Continue Reading

As an industry, we have the honor of welcoming people home each and every day. This task is an extremely personal one and a responsibility we don’t take lightly. An important part of this responsibility is making a positive impact in the communities we serve. Our industry’s commitment... Continue Reading

ConcordRENTS & Valencia Promote Property Management Careers By: Marisa Price, SVP Team Member Services, ConcordRENTS On February 22nd, ConcordRENTS and Valencia College hosted 29 high school juniors and seniors from Osceola County at Landstar Village Apartments. The goal of the day was to give... Continue Reading

Preparing Your Team for an Active Shooter Just last month our friends in Gainesville were rocked by a tragic incident that resulted in the claiming of the lives of two apartment employees and a third team member kidnapped. Our teams interact with people on a daily basis in some of the most... Continue Reading

I had the pleasure of hosting and facilitating our very first Manager's Round Table. Special Thanks to our team captains: Lindsay Rivett, Julie Killebrew-Smith, Carey Miller, Tracy Lesse and Doris Granger and to everyone who attended the Round Table. It was an honor to spend the day with an... Continue Reading

"New record keeping requirements for appliances containing 5 to 50 pounds of refrigerant become effective. Technicians must keep records of; the location, date of recovery, and type of refrigerant recovered for each disposed appliance, the quantity of refrigerant by type recovered from disposed... Continue Reading

WFTV did a piece on Puerto Rican families who are about to be displaced from their hotels. Our very own Chip Tatum was interviewed and shared his thoughts on how the apartment industry is looking for ways to step up and accomodate these families. Check out the video here Continue Reading

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AAGO loves to remember the moments we share together! The events that AAGO hosts are filled with meaningful moments, great times and a lot of networking opportunities. We treasure the times that we spend with you and want you to have photographs that capture those moments in time. Thanks to our... Continue Reading

Wow, what an amazing night at the Tenth Annual Golden Key Awards! One thing is for sure, our members sure do represent well! We couldn't wait to share some of the photos from this spectular evening with you! Click here for Ballroom and Photo Booth photos! We will be creating a Facebook gallery... Continue Reading

AAGO’s world class educational opportunities are made possible by countless volunteer instructors who share their valuable time and talents with students. This month, we sat down with veteran instructor, Vann Flippen from Chadwell Supply, to talk about his experience teaching at AAGO.... Continue Reading

If you haven’t heard the news, Kidde has issued a massive recall for 134 models of its fire extinguishers with plastic handles due to “failure to discharge.” According to Kidde, “The fire extinguishers can become clogged or require excessive force to discharge and can fail... Continue Reading

Annual Toy Drive for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program You have been waiting for the information and now it's here. Once again, AAGO wants to help make sure that all of the children in the Central Florida area are able to celebrate and receive a new toy. We are collecting... Continue Reading

You know that feeling when (#TFW) you’re having the worst morning and then you find out that the person in front of you in the Starbucks drive-thru paid for your latte? If you’re like me, you feel surprised and are taken aback by the fact that someone else would treat you to your daily... Continue Reading

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I don't think you're ready for this Yeti... Now through November 9th you can support our industry's advocacy efforts, and be entered to win a 65 gallon Ice Blue Yeti cooler! All proceeds benefit The National Apartment Association Political Action Committee, and 100% of ticket proceeds will go... Continue Reading

As 2017 winds down and we reflect on ways to improve our operations in the New Year, we can’t overlook the positive impact of giving back to the special place we call “home.” The apartment industry is a driving force in central Florida economy and we have an obligation to lead by... Continue Reading

Hurricane Irma Recovery Information This page will continue to be updated as more information or resources are made available to us. Please check back frequently. Quick Links: Local, State, and Federal Resources Donate or Support Recovery Efforts FAA and NAA Resources Housing... Continue Reading

Meet AAGO's 2017 Volunteers of the Year We wanted to take a break from all of the hurricane preparations to focus on something positive, and celebrate two very special individuals. Each year we are charged with selecting a Volunteer of the Year from the management and supplier sides of the... Continue Reading

Are you wondering what the Golden Key Awards (GKA) hype is all about ? We sat down with former GKA winner, Rich Foster, who is a Regional Director for Matrix Residential to get his perspective on the big event. What makes being nominated for the Golden Key Awards so special? Several words... Continue Reading

Hurricane Irma: AAGO Events and Operations Updates For links to official resources such as local emergency management, shelters, hurricane tracking, etc. please click here. This page is solely designed to keep you up to date on events and operations that may be impacted by Hurricane Irma. ... Continue Reading

The mass devastation of Hurricane Harvey is still unfolding in Houston and the surrounding areas. The storm has caused unprecedented flooding throughout the region, which is expected to intensify as the rain continues to pour in the coming days. The destruction caused by this storm has impacted... Continue Reading

Why should you include that $35 anyways? Kimberly Hackett-Maggard, SVP of Operations, Royal American AAGO Immediate Past President With each dues invoice we include a "$35 voluntary advocacy contribution" and it is not uncommon for us to get questions about why a community or supplier partner... Continue Reading

In the competitive apartment industry, property management companies must seek out opportunities to provide amenities that align with the desires of today’s renters while still protecting their property and their bottom line. As a result, property managers are implementing smoke-free... Continue Reading

AAGO loves to remember the moments we share together! The events that AAGO hosts are filled with meaningful moments, great times and a lot of networking opportunities. We treasure the times that we spend with you and want you to have photographs that capture those moments in time. Thanks to our... Continue Reading

We work for organizations and commit to selling their mission and the brand. As an employee, we spend a great deal of time learning the values of our company and working to emanate its culture in our day-to-day operations. In the hustle and bustle of everyday life at the office, we often forget... Continue Reading

For the third year in a row, the Apartment Association of Greater Orlando (AAGO) and the AAGO Foundation, Inc. partnered with Goodwill of Central Florida, Community Based Care of Central Florida and the City of Life to provide a hands-on job shadow experience for central Florida foster youth. The... Continue Reading

New NAA/NMHC charts are now available to help property owners and managers make better decisions about familial status policies. The four charts provide a decision tree and a list of do’s and don’ts covering familial status and: Swimming pool rules Curfews and... Continue Reading

Chances are if you talked to friends in the apartment industry, you’ve heard them rave about AAGO’s annual Lease-A-Palooza event, which is attended by over 100 apartment communities and management companies each year. This fun-filled seminar is jam packed with valuable networking... Continue Reading

Next Year's Leadership Line Up To view the official announcement please click here! This month, as required by the AAGO Bylaws, the Nominating Committee convened to select the people who will provide oversight, guidance, and leadership for the association in 2018. This task is both difficult as... Continue Reading

Summer Refresher: Advanced Leasing This is a guest post from Carina Miles. She’s a Market Director with 407apartments, a local ILS that helps connect renters with apartments in Orlando that best fit their lifestyle and budget. Summer months are known to be hot, draining and BUSY in... Continue Reading

The July/August 2017 Key Magazine is now available! Can't wait to receive your Key Magazine in the mail? Check it out online by clicking here! Check it out today! Continue Reading

AAGO loves to remember the moments we share together! The events that AAGO hosts are filled with meaningful moments, great times and a lot of networking opportunities. We treasure the times that we spend with you and want you to have photographs that capture those moments in time. Thanks to our... Continue Reading

AAGO's annual Political Action Committee (PAC) fundraiser is on June 28th. At this event, we will once again be raising funds for the Apartment Political Action Committee (APAC) and the National Apartment Association Political Action Committee (NAAPAC). The question is, will you put your money... Continue Reading

June 12, 2016 was a day that changed Orlando and the central Florida community forever. On this day, 49 beautiful souls lost their lives in what would later be known as the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. In the wake of this devastation, the City of Orlando banded together in a way this community, the... Continue Reading

In case you missed AAGO’s sold out Dinner Meeting on May 17th, we wanted to share a few highlights regarding the state of the central Florida multifamily market. The panel discussion at the Dinner Meeting featured esteemed leaders in the industry, including: Moderator: Luke Wickham,... Continue Reading

AAGO loves to remember the moments we share together! The events that AAGO hosts are filled with meaningful moments, great times and a lot of networking opportunities. We treasure the times that we spend with you and want you to have photographs that capture those moments in time. Thanks to our... Continue Reading

AAGO loves to remember the moments we share together! The events that AAGO hosts are filled with meaningful moments, great times and a lot of networking opportunities. We treasure the times that we spend with you and want you to have photographs that capture those moments in time. Thanks to our... Continue Reading

AAGO’s 2017 Trade Show is just around the corner and this year’s theme is Reality TV. This week, many exhibitors are putting the final touches on their Trade Show booth and planning for the connections they want to make on April 25th. While planning for an effective Trade Show is... Continue Reading

If I had to describe AAGO in just one word, it would be “family.” This is because AAGO members have a true sense of community and always jump at the opportunity to give back to those in need. For this reason, it is fitting that AAGO decided to celebrate what it means to have a career... Continue Reading

EVENT DETAILS Participate or come watch more than 100 teams representing some of the largest hospitality and apartment industries in central Florida. Compete in six coed athletic events such as basketball shootout, kayak relay, obstacle course, tubing relay, tug-of-war and volleyball tournament... Continue Reading

Celebrate National Apartment Housing Day with AAGO! This year on Thursday, April 6th, we will be giving back to the community that we serve. We have volunteer opportunities with the Sharing Center in Longwood, Florida. We would like to have up to 20 volunteers come and either work in their... Continue Reading

Our next Leasing 101 class is coming up on Tuesday, January 31st. If you are wondering if your Leasing Professionals would benefit from a day of learning, role playing and skill enhancements, then check out a few testimonials from some previous students: "I learned a lot of new ways to talk... Continue Reading

Do you want to save over $200 to start off 2017? Join our APASS Program….It’s a NO BRAINER!!!! Subscribers of the APASS Program can send as many onsite team members to APASS education seminars as possible through out the year. For a low monthly cost of $69 a month or $795 a year, be... Continue Reading

In the words of the Four Seasons, "Oh What a Night!" Personally, the Golden Key Awards event is one of my favorites of the year! It's the one time of year where we can spotlight how amazing the people, teams, and companies involved in our association and our industry really are. I cannot... Continue Reading

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AAGO loves to remember the moments we share together! The events that AAGO hosts are filled with meaningful moments, great times and a lot of networking opportunities. We treasure the times that we spend with you and want you to have photographs that capture those moments in time. Thanks to our... Continue Reading

Annual Toy Drive for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program You have been waiting for the information and now it's here. Once again, AAGO wants to help make sure that all of the children in the Central Florida area are able to celebrate and receive a new toy. We are collecting... Continue Reading

"We have heard so many positive things from our members and people who have visted our new AAGO Website. Please read the information below so that you can easily login to the new system and get everything you are looking for including information on events, educational opportunites, account... Continue Reading

Why APASS? Hear from some of our current APASS members on why APASS is a "no-brainer!" "Participating in APASS, is a no brainer! Throughout the years, having APASS as a resource has facilitated the enrichment of my team and myself in regards to knowledge of this industry. I truly believe it is... Continue Reading

AAGO has recently undergone extensive renovations to our building. You may rent out one or all three of our classrooms. Classroom rentals include free coffee, use of flip charts, dry erase boards, wireless internet, and use of flat screen televisions. Find out more information about all... Continue Reading

On January 20th 180 members gathered at the Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs to install AAGO’s 2016 President, Kimberly Hackett-Maggard, the Board of Directors, the Executive Committee, AAGO’s Committee Leaders, the AAGO Foundation Board of Directors and the Friends of the Foundation... Continue Reading

AAGO represents apartment communities in 52 cities and 5 counties. Below are links to government websites and resources that may be helpful to AAGO members. If you have an issue related to government regulation or laws, please don't hesitate to call on AAGO to assist. State Level: Florida House... Continue Reading

Author: Julia Comings, Vice Chair, Young Professionals Committee With the start of a new year, the Greater Orlando Young Professionals (GOYP) are headed in a new and exciting direction. In an effort to encourage leadership development and celebrate professional growth for AAGO’s future... Continue Reading

Author: Amanda HoangAAGO Director of Public Affairs and Communications LOCAL As you may remember from our last issue, Fire Assessment Fees are becoming increasingly more common in central Florida. A Fire Assessment Fee is an additional source of revenue that local governments are starting to... Continue Reading

First I would like to start out by saying thank you. I truly appreciate the opportunity to serve as your Associates Vice President and give back to an organization that has contributed so much to my career. I would not be where I am today if it were not for my involvement with AAGO. As some of... Continue Reading

The Darren E. Lee Scholarship has been established to honor the memory of a man of great integrity who unconditionally loved and selflessly gave with a joyful heart. Darren had a passion for education and the apartment industry that was second to none, and was a strong supporter of AAGO as a... Continue Reading

Why Should Your Community or Company Join? We, the members of AAGO, are an association of apartment communities, apartment owners/management, suppliers, and professionals dedicated to promoting and advancing the needs of the apartment industry! Your participation in AAGO provides the investment... Continue Reading

Congratulations to the following individuals for the successful completion of their prestigious NAAEI Professional Designation! Jennifer Hendrix, CAM Coleman Hoover, CAM Larry Warren, CAM Judy Williams , CAPS Sydney Jamieson, CAS Jesse Hamilton,... Continue Reading

Are you looking to get certified this year? Take a look at some of the classes AAGO has coming up. CERTIFIED POOL OPERATOR, CPO Through the National Swimming Pool Foundation, AAGO is an approved provider of the CPO certification. This is a 2-day course which includes the certification exam. ... Continue Reading

Still thinking about getting certified? Well stop thinking and start doing. Here are a couple testimonials from AAGO members who use our classes to stay upt-to-date with industry trends and to receive their certifications. "My career has grown exponentially from the education I have... Continue Reading

Are you seeking a new opportunity in the apartment industry? Join us for our 4th annual FREE job fair at the AAGO Offices. Thursday, August 27, 201511:00 am – 3:00 pm Apartment Association of Greater Orlando 350 N. Maitland Ave Maitland, Florida 32751 Are you a job seeker looking... Continue Reading