In March, a road and facility technician working for the Crystal Lakes Road and Recreation Association in Colorado reached out to IAM about organizing a union in his workplace, consisting of himself and two other technicians. IAM Western Territory Grand Lodge Representative Steven Van Wie collected union authorization cards and filed a petition with the […]
CAI’s Common Ground Article on Jim Slaughter
The most recent Common Ground from the Community Associations Institute includes an interview with Law Firm Carolinas’ partner Jim Slaughter following his Don Buck Award recognition. The article includes Jim’s thoughts on proposed HOA/condo legislation, what Board members and owners often forget about community associations, and the need for Board members and homeowners who appreciate […]
Florida HOA Sued Over Antisemitic Actions Against Jewish Rabbi and Boca Raton Chabad
(Press release) Today attorneys from First Liberty Institute and Jones Day filed a federal lawsuit against Loggers’ Run Association, a homeowners’ association, and its management company in Boca Raton, FL calling for it to end all illegal, discriminatory, and antisemitic actions against Rabbi Naftaly Hertzel and his wife Henya. Since 2015 the Hertzels and the […]
Meet PayHOA, a profitable and once-bootstrapped SaaS startup that just landed a $27.5M Series A
PayHOA, a previously bootstrapped Kentucky-based startup that offers software for self-managed homeowner associations (HOAs), is an example of how real-world problems can translate into opportunity. It just raised a $27.5 million Series A round in an environment where nearly $30 million Series A rounds are no longer common. Read the article…………………………….
Donna DiMaggio Berger Rejoins Becker & Poliakoff Community Association Law Practice Group
Becker & Poliakoff is pleased to announce that attorney Donna DiMaggio Berger has rejoined the firm’s Community Association Law practice group as a shareholder in Ft. Lauderdale. Ms. Berger served as a member of the firm’s Community Association Law practice group from 1992 to 2007. Read the article…………………………….
AMG HOA and Condominium Manager CEO Paul K. Mengert Receives Prestigious 2024 Community Associations Institute Award of Excellence in Government and Public Affairs
Paul K. Mengert, CEO of Association Management Group (AMG), was honored with the prestigious 2024 Award of Excellence in Government and Public Affairs by the Community Associations Institute (CAI) on Friday, May 10. This distinguished accolade honors individuals whose outstanding volunteer efforts have significantly propelled the government and public affairs initiatives of CAI Read the […]
1st American Management Company’s experts break down HOA financial statements
In a homeowner association (HOA), the board of directors has a long list of responsibilities, not least of which is ensuring that the organization’s finances stay on track. A financially healthy HOA means smoothly completed projects, well maintained facilities, and ultimately, ensures the well-being of the community. Read the article…………………………….
Vantaca Partners with TechCollect for AI-Enabled HOA Collections
Today Vantaca, the leading community management performance software company, announces a partnership and integration with TechCollect, an AI enabled HOA collections software for community associations. TechCollect allows Vantaca customers to recover delinquent assessments with the assistance of AI and workflow automation, eliminating labor and vastly reducing the need for legal enforcement like property liens and […]
Enumerate launches Automate AP to help community associations save cost, reduce fraud risk, and improve operational efficiency
Enumerate, the leading provider of community association management software and payments solutions, is excited to announce the launch of Automate AP, a fully native and comprehensive accounts payable offering that automates invoice ingestion, approval workflows and payment delivery. Automate AP complements Enumerate’s AR payments offering to fully automate and streamline inflows and outflows of cash, […]
CINC Systems launches Cephai, the CAM Industry’s First GenAI Solution
CINC Systems, the leading provider of software solutions for the community association management (CAM) industry, announced the launch of Cephai (pronounced see-fee-i), a revolutionary generative artificial intelligence platform with the ability to answer common homeowner questions. Breaking new ground in the CAM space, Cephai is set to transform how homeowners and community managers interact, making […]
Waterford Residential Community awarded CAI Seal of Distinction (NC)
The Board of Directors of Waterford Master Residential Association has announced that the Community Association Institute of North Carolina (CAI-NC) has awarded Waterford Residential Community in Leland with its Seal of Distinction for 2024-2025, once again honoring this self-governing development of 1,010 homes for recognizing, funding and following best practice standards in community management. Read […]
ManorLane Launches Landlord and HOA Review Platform for Renters & Tenants
ManorLane, a cutting-edge platform designed to empower tenants through landlord ratings and review channels, makes its debut today. The much-anticipated website facilitates tenant feedback and nurtures community engagement. Read the article…………………………….
FirstService Residential Raises the Bar on Responsive Communication
FirstService Residential, Metro Vancouver’s leading property management company, has raised the bar when it comes to responsive communication in strata management through the introduction of their Resident Support Services (RSS). Read the article…………………………….
Industry groups applaud new energy codes set by HUD, USDA
The newly adopted code requirements are designed to strengthen efficiency requirements for new houses and multifamily units that are purchased with federally backed loans such as Federal Housing Administration (FHA) and USDA mortgages, along with new homes with funding from other HUD programs. These new homes are primarily occupied by low- and moderate-income homeowners and […]
HOA and Condo Association Management Software Market Insights Discussed Regarding Impressive Gains
A new study report by Infinity Business Insights, with a focus on HOA and Condo Association Management Software Market Insights through 2031, has been launched. This comprehensive product, which is over 150 pages long, is enhanced by visually appealing tables and charts that are simple to read. This thorough study on the HOA and Condo […]
Becker Expands New Jersey Community Association Practice with the Addition of Ronald L. Perl (NJ)
Becker, a leading multi-practice commercial law firm with attorneys, lobbyists, and other professionals throughout the United States, proudly welcomes Ronald L. Perl as Counsel in its Community Association Practice. He will be a resident in the firm’s Morristown and Red Bank New Jersey offices. Read the article…………………………….
Robert Diamond named to Virginia Lawyers Weekly 2024 Hall of Fame
Reed Smith is pleased to announce that Robert M. Diamond, a senior counsel in its Real Estate Group, has been named to the 2024 class of the Virginia Lawyers Hall of Fame, presented by Virginia Lawyers Weekly. Diamond was honored for his contributions to national and state legislation, real estate transactions and real estate litigation […]
Unleashing the Truth: The Impact of Canine Waste on Community Health
Is your community grappling with a dog poop predicament? Are unsightly piles of uncollected dog waste tarnishing your development’s appeal? It’s an unfortunate reality that many pet owners overlook or neglect their responsibility to clean up after their furry companions. Regrettably, pet waste is one of the most common challenges faced by communities everywhere. Read […]
Tim Haynes Appointed as RealManage’s Chief Executive Officer
RealManage, one of the nation’s leading community association management companies, is excited to announce the appointment of Tim Haynes as its new Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Haynes brings a wealth of experience in operations, client service, and technology to his new role as CEO. Read the article…………………………….
Kiser Group Negotiates $7.2M Condo Deconversion Sale in Chicago’s Lakeview Neighborhood
Kiser Group has negotiated a $7.2 million condo deconversion sale in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood. Originally listed for sale in 2021 by the condominium association’s property manager, the 41-unit property went in and out of contract for two years. Andy Friedman and Jake Parker of Kiser represented the buyer, Langdon Partners, which plans to fully renovate […]
Stephen Nalley Unveils Comprehensive New Book, “The Ultimate Guide to Condominium Management”
In the world of real estate, few names carry as much weight and respect as Stephen Nalley. An accomplished American real estate executive, entrepreneur, decorated veteran, and prolific author, Nalley has once again positioned himself at the forefront of the industry with the release of his latest book, “The Ultimate Guide to Condominium Management”. Read […]
ADS-TEC Energy Unveils the Future of Ultra-Fast EV Charging for Residential Complexes with Deployment at Marina Palms in Miami
Condominium association and homeowner association boards, property managers and developers are all seeking the most cost-effective, least-disruptive ways to integrate EV charging into existing and future projects, and the Marina Palms deployment leads the way in Miami—and the country—in showing how this can be done. Read the article…………………………….
Jim Slaughter presented with the Don Buck Lifetime Contribution Award as a legal trailblazer and thought leader shaping the future of community association law.
Jim Slaughter, president of Law Firm Carolinas’ six offices, has been honored with the Don Buck Lifetime Contribution Award at the Community Association Law Seminar in Las Vegas. The award, presented by Community Associations Institute’s College of Community Association Lawyers (CCAL), recognizes attorneys who demonstrate exceptional commitment to the community association industry. Read the article…………………………….
Feesible Launches Special Assessment Insurance Protection Product for HOA & Condominium Homeowners
Feesible, an insurance provider focused on empowering homeowners in community associations, today announced the launch of an insurance solution helping to protect HOA homeowners by providing coverage from special assessments for HOA maintenance, repairs and replacements. Read the article…………………………….
Canyon Lake POA employee receives prestigious industry award (CA)
Canyon Lake Property Owners Association (CLPOA) employee Harmony McNaughton received the prestigious 2024 California Association of Community Managers (CACM) Innovator Vision Award on Thursday, February 27, during the CACM Law Seminar & Expo at the Disneyland Hotel and Convention Center. Read the article…………………………….
Dubai UAR: Nakheel becomes the first community management company worldwide to receive ‘Platinum’ rating from RERA
Nakheel Community Management (NCM) has been awarded the prestigious ‘Platinum’ rating in the classification system for jointly owned properties management companies by the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA), the regulatory authority of the Dubai Land Department (DLD). Recognised as the world’s premier platinum community management company, NCM earned this accolade through years of extensive experience […]
FRONTSTEPS Partners with Edenred Pay to Automate the Invoice-to-Pay Process for Community Association Management Companies
Edenred Pay and FRONTSTEPS have come together in a strategic partnership to optimize the invoice approval experience and simplify the processing and payment of vendor invoices for community management companies. Read the article…………………………….
These New Robots are Transforming Pool Maintenance
Imagine a world where pool maintenance is no longer a tedious chore but an exhilarating experience. At this year’s Consumer Technology Association (CES), three innovations were unveiled that will revolutionize the way homeowners clean and maintain their pools. The visionary advancements in pool cleaning robot technology introduced by WYBOTICS, include underwater communication, wireless charging, vision […]
Unveiling the Evolution of the CMCA Exam Blueprint: Changes Go into Effect December 2024
The Community Association Managers International Certification Board (CAMICB) is poised to usher in a new era for the Certified Manager of Community Associations (CMCA) exam, offering a revamped blueprint that mirrors the dynamic landscape of association management across the globe. These changes, stemming from a thorough job analysis study conducted between 2021 and 2022, reflect […]
Introducing Brainy Board – A Free Streaming Service for Condo & HOA Board Members
Brainy Board provides on-demand access to videos?addressing condominium, homeowner (HOA), and townhome community association concerns and legal issues. Read the article…………………………….
InspectHOA partners with GridBase to expand services
InspectHOA has partnered with GridBase to make HOA-focused (homeowners association) technology and services directly available to Resware users without needing to switch portals. Read the article……………………………
Kravit Law joins KSN, Expanding Community Association Legal Services throughout Florida
KSN Managing Partner Ryan Shpritz: “This merger allows KSN to expand our community association legal services throughout Florida, supporting the Kravit Law team in providing exceptional legal services to board members, property managers, landlords, and real estate property owners. Read the press release………………………………..
Condominium Associates Partners With Moore Property Management, LLC (FL)
Condominium Associates (“CA”), a premier homeowners’ association (“HOA”) and condominium association full-service property management company, announced today its partnership with Moore Property Management, LLC (“MPM”), Read the press release………………………….
Report: Compensation Steadily Increasing for Community Association Managers
Community association management continues to be a high-demand profession with increasing compensation and positive business prospects. Managers are confident about the industry with 80% of respondents saying that business prospects for their employer are “good” or “very good” for the coming year, according to the 2022 Community Association Manager Compensation and Salary Survey conducted by […]
Argus Property Management Rebrands to RealManage
RealManage, one of the United States’ leading community association management companies, is excited to announce the successful rebranding of Argus Property Management to RealManage. Read the article………………………………
Harvey Lindsay acquires condo management portfolio (VA)
Harvey Lindsay Commercial Real Estate acquired a management portfolio of 50 buildings in the Hampton Roads region, the Norfolk-based real estate firm announced Tuesday. Read the article………………………………
Henderson Association Management Rebrands to RealManage (NC)
RealManage, a leader in community association management, proudly announces that Henderson Association Management has been rebranded to RealManage. Since 1990, Henderson Properties has been a trusted name in the Charlotte metro area, offering comprehensive real estate services, from association management and home buying/selling to maintenance and renovations. Read the article…………………………….
Condominium Associates and Precedent Hospitality Join Movement to Shine a Spotlight on Fraud
Fraud costs organizations worldwide an estimated 5 percent of their annual revenues, according to a study conducted by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). “Occupational Fraud 2022: A Report to the Nations” analyzed 2,110 occupational fraud cases that caused a total loss of more than $3.6 billion. Read the press release……………………………
Introducing FieldOps, the Mobile Inspection App: Revolutionizing Management for Community Associations and HOAs
Enumerate, the leading provider of innovative solutions for management companies working with community associations and homeowners’ associations (HOAs), is excited to announce the launch of Mobile Inspection App, FieldOps, giving managers the power of in-the-field inspection management. Read the press release……………………………….
(Hawaii) Real Estate Commission to Conduct Free, Virtual, “Condomania” Education Event
The Real Estate Commission, together with Community Associations Institute Hawai?i Chapter will conduct a free “Condorama XI” event via webinar, on Saturday, November 18, 2023. The event runs from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and will feature four speakers recognized in the condominium community for their expertise in Hawai?i condominium law. Read the announcement……………………………..
Recruit, train, retain: Attracting young professionals to community management
If you talk to community association managers these days, they seem to agree on a few key things about the state of the profession. Business and career prospects are booming. Job candidates are not. The future of the industry depends on hiring young professionals—soon. Read the article………………………………..
Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Capitalization Grant Program A Community Association Initiative
Remember the major infrastructure bill passed by Congress in 2021? CAI recently reviewed H.R.3684 the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, for programs that may impact community associations. Read the article………………………………………….
CiraConnect Introduces CiraVote: Revolutionizing Voting for Homeowner and Condo Associations
CiraConnect is thrilled to announce the launch of CiraVote, a groundbreaking software solution designed to revolutionize the way HOAs conduct elections, surveys, and various voting events. With its unparalleled versatility, integration capabilities, and unwavering commitment to security, CiraVote promises to elevate your community association experience to unprecedented heights.
California Association of Community Managers (CACM) Develops New Certification for Industry Service Providers
The California Association of Community Managers is rolling out a new Certification Program tailored to the industry’s service providers. The new designation, California Certified Industry Partner (CCIP), will be awarded to individuals who complete the coursework and other requirements. Read the article……………………………….
Introducing a new Brick Underground resource for co-op and condo board members (NY)
Brick Underground is kicking off in a new direction today and launching a dedicated section for board members, aimed at helping those looking out for their biggest financial investment to make the most informed decisions. Read the article…………………………..
New HOA and Condo Board Solution to Fight Short-Term Rentals
The Home Dome program from RISE Association Management Group protects communities from short-term rentals like the popular online vacation rental platforms. By using AI and geofencing technology, Home Dome monitors online rental activity and flags any activity in violation of HOA and condo board by-laws. Read the article………………………..
$7 Million In Repair Expenses Avoided For Altamonte Springs Condominium Community Though Sale As Multifamily Property
As a result of new condominium legislation following the passing of Senate Bill 4D, many Condominium Owners Associations (COA) in Florida are facing declining rents and repairs to the tune of millions of dollars. However, Condominium Advisory Group is offering solutions to help condominium associations navigate these challenges. Read the article………………………..
Partners Jay Cusimano and Jeffrey Kaman selected for Best Lawyers in America 2024 Edition
Kaman and Cusimano is excited to announce Partners Joseph (Jay) Cusimano and Jeffrey Kaman have been included in the 2024 Edition of the Best Lawyers in America for their work in both Community Association Law and Real Estate Law. Read the article………………………..
RealManage Earns a Spot on Inc. 5000’s List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America
Inc. revealed today that RealManage, LLC ranks No. 2153 on the 2023 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Read the article………………………..
Mayfield Management Group Ltd. and BluePrint Condo Management Inc. Join Forces to Revolutionize the Condo Management Industry (AB)
Mayfield Management Group Ltd. (MMG) and Blueprint Condo Management Inc. (BCMA) Alberta proudly announce their merger, creating one of the largest and most innovative condominium management companies in Alberta. Read the article………………………..