Did you know that one of our affiliate companies, Southern Coastal Homes, operates right alongside us in the Panama City office? As part of the Royal American family of companies since 2012, Southern Coastal Homes brings more than 40 years of collective building, construction, and development experience to the communities they serve.
Southern Coastal Homes is a renowned local home builder in North Florida, dedicated to crafting high-quality, semi-custom homes designed for families, empty-nesters, and seniors. Their mission goes beyond building houses—they focus on creating long-lasting value for present and future homeowners while enhancing the neighborhoods they help shape.
Their homes are thoughtfully designed with room to grow, featuring maximized shared spaces, spacious kitchens with abundant storage, timeless architectural details, large master suites, oversized closets, and optional garage expansions. Every home is built with the future in mind, ensuring residents have the space and functionality they need for years to come.
Southern Coastal Homes is also committed to building with integrity. Their disciplined and efficient home-building process, paired with quick and responsive customer care, ensures buyers feel confident and supported at every step. By partnering exclusively with local vendors and tradesmen, they help strengthen the communities where they build.
We are proud to share a roof and a mission with Southern Coastal Homes as they continue providing high-quality homes across the Panama City area.
Each January, we observe National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about the pervasive issue of human trafficking and to empower individuals to take action. This annual initiative underscores the importance of combating a crime that impacts an estimated 24.9 million people worldwide, depriving them of their freedom for profit.
What Is Human Trafficking?
Human trafficking involves the use of force, fraud, or coercion to compel individuals into commercial sex acts, labor, or services against their will. Traffickers prey on vulnerabilities, often targeting those seeking better opportunities for themselves and their families.
Spotting the Red Flags
As part of our ongoing commitment to safety, we encourage employees to familiarize themselves with the signs of human trafficking, which may include:
- Individuals showing signs of physical abuse or malnourishment.
- People who appear fearful, submissive, or unable to speak for themselves.
- Individuals who lack personal identification or appear controlled by someone else.
- Mention of exploitative working conditions, unpaid labor, or excessive hours.
Our Commitment at Royal American Management
At Royal American Management, we are dedicated to maintaining safe communities and workplaces. Employees working in public lodging establishments in Florida are required to complete annual human trafficking awareness training, as mandated by Florida Statute 509.096. This training ensures employees can recognize potential trafficking situations and respond appropriately.
How You Can Help
- Complete Required Training: All site employees must complete the “Human Trafficking in Rental Housing” course assigned via Grace Hill and submit a signed certificate of completion to their Community Manager.
- Participate in our webinar on 1/27/26 at 10:00 am ET/ 9:00 am CT.
- Be Observant: Familiarize yourself with the red flags and report suspicious activity.
- Spread Awareness: Display the required Human Trafficking Public Awareness Sign in employee-accessible areas, as per Florida law (Florida sites only).
Report Suspicious Activity
If you suspect someone may be a victim of human trafficking, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 888-373-7888 or text INFO or HELP to 233-733. Your vigilance could save a life.
Together, we can make a difference by staying informed, vigilant, and proactive. Let’s ensure that our communities remain places of safety and freedom for all.
Please join us today for a special training session led by multifamily industry expert Virginia Love from Entrata.
Apartment industry fraud is on the rise, making it more important than ever to understand current trends and how they impact our day to day operations. During this session, Virginia will walk through:
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Current fraud statistics affecting the multifamily industry
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Common red flags to watch for during the application process
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Practical best practices for identifying and handling fraud
While this training is not mandatory, it is highly recommended for all team members who handle rental applications, including Operations Specialists and Regional Managers.
This training will take place today from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Eastern Time/ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Central Time.
We encourage eligible team members to take advantage of this valuable learning opportunity to stay informed and help protect our communities.
Learn more and get the link for today’s call HERE.
