Common Ground

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March/April 2025

Getting the Green Light

By Michael Cuglietta

Small yet innovative tweaks can pay financial and ecological dividends for common interest communities.

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Feature Articles

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Holy Fiduciary Duty

Michael Cuglietta
Like superheroes, board members must champion the best interests of the com ...
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Not on My Watch

Homeowner leaders must stay alert, set up safeguards, and not be afraid to ...
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CAI 2024 Annual Report

A year of advocacy, creativity, and steady growth.
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Even Keel

By Mike Ramsey
Professionals in the often-stressful community association field are emphas ...
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Mind over Matter

By David J. Graf, Esq.
Community association volunteers, managers, and business partners are stres ...
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Departments

Your Turn

Sustainability efforts. A community garden flourishes. A case for water conservation planning.

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Homefront

Hogs gone wild. Protecting sensitive data. A disturbing insurance trend. HOA growth expected.

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On the Board

Drought-friendly landscaping.

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Ask the Experts

Party room rentals and fining policies.

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Background

Meet Brian Butler, ESQ., CMCA, AMS, PCAM. CAI’s 2025 chair of the Community Association Managers Council has strong emotional intelligence.

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Member Pulse

What can be done to ensure gender pay equity in the community association industry?

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