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.

Leading the Way

Susan Rainer, CMCA, AMS

One year ago, devastating wildfires ravaged communities throughout Los Angeles. A community manager reflects on her experiences and professional growth navigating the fires and their aftermath.

Departments

Your Turn

Online meetings and voting. Fines. The art of collections. 

Homefront

Backyard chickens. Building safety. Affordable housing. Neighborhood watch.

On the Board

The art of delegation.

Ask the Experts

Records retention.

Background

Matt Ober is a community association lawyer and a gentleman. These days, attributes such as courtesy and grace are rare and worth their weight in gold.

Member Pulse

What does community association board leadership mean to you?

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