Real Estate Professionals

CAI is the leading provider of resources for people who live in, work for, and provide services to community associations worldwide — commonly known as homeowners associations, property owners associations, condominiums, cooperatives, and mixed-use communities.

Homebuyer & Homeowner Resources

Understand what it means when you live in a community association. Get the knowledge you need to become a leader in your community. Find help for navigating rules, conflict, decorations, and more. Browse all of our FREE resources now.

First-Time Homebuyers Guide

What to know about HOAs, condos, and coops before you buy a home in one.
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Community Association Living

Learn how communities are organized, governed, and managed.
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Assistance Animals & Community Associations

Understand the difference between service animals, therapy animals, and emo ...
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Homeowners Guide for Holiday Decorations

Community association rules for holiday and religious displays should be ea ...
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How to Be a Good Neighbor

A welcoming and respectful community is a happy community.
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Civility Starts with You

Community associations comprise people with different ideals, preferences, and values. CAI's Community Association Civility Pledge provides a framework for effective community conversations.

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