New community association board members often need to hit the ground running, but it's also incredibly important to set aside time to understand the inner workings of the association. When new board members become familiar with the players, governing documents, budget, reserve study, and more, they can confidently guide the community and fulfill their responsibilities. The post Come aboard: What new board members need to know appeared first on Ungated: Community Associations Institute Blog.| Ungated: Community Associations Institute Blog
Even the most effective communicators face conflict, but experts have several strategies to resolve most difficult conversations.| Ungated: Community Associations Institute Blog
Premiums have been skyrocketing, causing many communities to face significant challenges in obtaining affordable insurance coverage.| Ungated: Community Associations Institute Blog
Community associations today employ highly-qualified professional community managers, and we think residents should know what the manager has—and has not—been hired to do.| Ungated: Community Associations Institute Blog
Community association board meetings can be intense, but there are ways to navigate them while sticking to the business at hand.| Ungated: Community Associations Institute Blog
Community association boards and managers can find committee success through communication, scheduling, goals, and policy.| Ungated: Community Associations Institute Blog
The path to reducing conflict in associations begins with intentionally acting to avoid the disagreements. Start with consistent enforcement.| Ungated: Community Associations Institute Blog
A carefully written investment policy should guide community associations as they invest reserve funds for repairs and maintenance.| Ungated: Community Associations Institute Blog
Effective communication: 8 tips for delivering clear messages with empathy and respect| Ungated: Community Associations Institute Blog
CAI’s new resource helps association attorneys, board members, and community managers draft or amend their community’s governing documents.| Ungated: Community Associations Institute Blog
