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. Our mission has been to connect residents, board members, community managers, and business partners with CAI’s subject matter expertise. This year, we published 50 posts on topics such as the Corporate Transparency Act, the importance of effective communication, condominium safety, service animal requests, insurance coverage, reserve fund financing, and mental health. Revisit the top five most read Ungated blog posts in 2024.
Corporate Transparency Act: CAI challenges act’s constitutionality in court filing
Corporate Transparency Act: CAI files lawsuit to protect community associations
This year, CAI challenged the constitutionality of the Corporate Transparency Act in an amicus brief in the United States Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit and then challenged the application of the act in a lawsuit against the Department of Treasury. CAI believes the application of the act to community associations is an overreach and potentially unconstitutional, and we will continue to work to protect the interests of our members and communities nationwide.
Career in community: New salary survey details benefits of community management
The newly released 2023 Community Association Manager Compensation and Salary Survey provides proof of job stability, career progression, and tremendous earning potential. The data is backed up by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, which projects 5% growth in this industry from 2022 through 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.
Soft skills matter: 7 qualities of an effective community manager
The job of the community association manager is part financial management, urban planning, facilities maintenance, community development, volunteer management, and project management. Good managers also learn to master seven soft skills and knowledge.
Know before you fly: Not all flags are treated equally under the law
It’s important for community association residents to know the association’s rules on displaying the U.S. flag as well as applicable state laws and restrictions on other types of flags.
Hello, neighbor: What to include in a welcome packet for new residents
A well-crafted welcome packet can help community association leaders make a good first impression, cultivate positive feelings toward the community, and potentially get someone involved as a volunteer down the road.
We hope you enjoyed revisiting the top five most read posts in 2024. Look for more content relevant to community association leaders and residents in the new year!
