The collapse of Champlain Towers South in Florida wasn’t just a tragic event, it was a wake-up call for community association and maintenance plans and programs. Since then, insurers have gotten stricter, lenders more cautious, and lawmakers busier than ever. With a little discipline and a plan, you can lead your community safely to the summit. Get started with a six-step preventive maintenance plan.
There’s no shame in acknowledging mental health challenges. Reducing the stigma surrounding them is essential to healing and living a healthy and full life. We should seek out mental health professionals who can help us find our path back to being the best versions of ourselves.
Since launching in May 2018, CAI‘s Ungated blog has provided news, tips, and trends important to the community association housing model with members and nonmembers. This year, we published 60 posts on topics such as the Corporate Transparency Act, holiday preparation guidelines, community projects, and four-day workweeks. Revisit the top five most read Ungated blog posts in 2025.
Tis the season for community associations to come alive with lights, decorations, and special events. With some preparation, an HOA holiday can bring together neighbors, friends, and family. Community association leaders should brush up on and, if necessary, refresh their decorating guidelines to ensure a season of cheer for everyone.
Community association board members are responsible for governance, compliance, and protecting property values. Few homeowners joining their board for the first time have all the tools to succeed, and the consequences of uninformed decisions can be severe. The question of whether board member education and training should be mandated for volunteers is nearly as old as common interest communities.
