by Guest Author | Jul 16, 2025 | Advocacy, CAI, Community Associations
Natural disasters are occurring more frequently — and more violently than ever before. Community associations caught in the path of extreme weather find the devastation lingers long after the storm has passed. Although it is not possible for associations to insulate themselves completely from catastrophic weather, there are lessons to be gleamed from those who have been hit that could help mitigate loss and protect owners’ investments.
by Guest Author | Jun 18, 2025 | CAI, Community Associations
Engaging with homeowners positively and proactively about community standards encourages collaboration and cultivates a sense of shared responsibility. By getting ahead of compliance issues before they become significant problems, we enhance the aesthetic appeal of our neighborhood and can also protect and increase property values. Consider three strategies for communicating about community standards and design guidelines.
by Guest Author | Jun 9, 2025 | CAI, Community Associations
Whether you chose community management or it chose you, you are part of a mission with profound significance. This profession offers the rare opportunity to blend practical skills with meaningful purpose, creating spaces where life’s most important moments unfold. To elevate our industry, we must establish clear pathways for professional development.
by Guest Author | Jun 6, 2025 | CAI, Community Associations
Effective communication skills are vital to relationships and interactions among community association managers, boards, residents, and colleagues. “We’re dealing with peoples’ homes, and there is a huge emotional component there. We need to embody a mutual respect and be nonjudgmental and allow community members to feel heard.”
by Hazel Siff | May 9, 2025 | Annual Conference, CAI, Community Associations
The 2025 CAI Annual Conference & Exposition: Community NOW continued Friday as participants networked with friends and colleagues, attended various education sessions to learn about important issues, browsed the latest tools and resources, and toured the expo hall. Education session topics on the agenda included customer service, leading effective meetings, and civil communication.
