Common Ground

CAI's flagship bimonthly magazine provides in-depth information, expert insights, and analysis of community association governance and management. Print edition exclusive to CAI members. Select digital content available to nonmembers.
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November/December 2025

Equipped for Success

By Michael Cuglietta

Community association volunteers flourish when they have information, tools, and resources at their disposal. Should education and training be mandated?

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Feature Articles

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Handle with Care

Ruth O. Katz, Esq. | Nura Rafati, Esq.
Reasonable accommodation requests need thoughtful and deliberate considerat ...
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The Body Politic

Sandy Denton, CMCA, LSM, PCAM | John Krueger | Kimberly Lilley, CMCA, CIRMS | Lisa Magill, ESQ.
Everyone has a voice in legislative advocacy. Get involved today.
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Crystal Clear

Holly Lull, CMCA, AMS
Smooth and effective governance requires straightforward policies. Learn ho ...
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Blind Spots

Cynthia Jones, Esq. and Adam Beaudoin, Esq.
Sidestep potential governance traps with a bit of awareness, education, and ...
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Departments

Your Turn

Rating your community's financial health. Connecting with the community. Supporting and enhancing women in the industry. The value of CAI education.

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Homefront

Revitalizing LA-area playground. Special assessment protection. Accessory dwelling units. Pickleball court debacle.

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Nuts and Bolts

Traffic calming.

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Ask the Experts

Boards behaving badly.

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Background

Meet Michelle Baldry, RS. She believes the information and knowledge that can be gleaned from data are illuminating and necessary.

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Member Pulse

Does your community offer the option of online voting or meetings?

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