Scuba Steve,
No, not really six one half dozen of the other. Yes Atrium had a special assessment, approx 2006. But I would note that if they had one every other year ownership there would still be less than what is at Flamingo. La Vista had one this last year, but if I added the special assessment to my regular AMF's then I still paid less than what Flamingo pays each year. Royal Islander has not had one nor has The Towers. You have a unique unit, but most of Flamingo is not unique.

My point which I thought was clear is that one should do their research on the AMF's, the management and how they compare. If said person then makes the decision that the extra $600 or so per week to own at say Flamingo then they know where they stand going in. We all justify where we spend our money and find value differently.

I would not have done anything differently than what I have done, and I would do it again. Still watch for deals, my addiction. I have noticed that less and less places are coming up on Ebay.