During my more than 20 years managing and consulting with homeowners associations, I have been able to identify gaps in the relationships between boards, current and future homeowners, and management companies. We all have a role to play. Where do real estate agents stand in that gap?
With its blend of interpersonal challenges, administrative expertise, and leadership responsibilities, the community management profession both offers immense opportunity and requires intentional career planning. Whether you’re just starting or looking to advance, a clear plan can help you chart a successful and fulfilling path.
Did you know that, in addition to being a Civil Rights Movement leader, Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. also was a fierce advocate for fair housing? Both in his youth and his travels as a civil rights leader, King witnessed systemic segregation in neighborhoods nationwide and resolved to fight for access to safe and reliable housing for all Americans.
Projections from the Foundation for Community Association Research, an affiliate of Community Associations Institute, estimate 3,000 to 4,000 new condominium communities and homeowners associations will be built in 2025. Community associations — including homeowners associations, condominiums, and housing cooperatives — currently house 77.1 million Americans and comprise 30% to 33% of the U.S. housing market.
Committees play a crucial role in the success of community associations, offering valuable support to both board members and community managers. When boards and committees have defined roles and responsibilities, communicate well, and schedule special appreciation events for volunteers, communities thrive.
