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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MAY/JUNE 2026

Playing the Long Game

By Cate L. Fulkerson, CMCA

Strategic planning can be a daunting process for community associations. Here’s a step-by-step guide to craft your game plan — from vision to victory.

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Feature Articles

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Short Stays, Long Consequences

By Shannon McCormick, Esq., and Daniel J. Miske, Esq.
Managing short-term rentals in condominiums doesn’t have to be difficult. C ...
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Smooth Waters

By Patricia Book
A Colorado community got creative and stayed afloat when it tackled a diffi ...
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Signal Upgrade

By Scott Weiss, Esq.
Outdated governing documents can limit board authority and create conflict. ...
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Taking Charge

Robert Moss
Transitioning from developer to owner control is rarely, if ever, seamless. ...
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Home is Where the Heart Lives

Richard D. Hunter and Colby Phillips, CMCA, AMS, PCAM
Since 2016, the Homeowner Satisfaction Survey has consistently revealed tha ...
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2025 CAI Executive Summary

Common Ground March April 2026
A Focus on Innovation, Modernization, and Engagement
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Departments

Your Turn

Manager skills. Working moms. Long-term planning.

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Homefront

Municipal partnerships. Board authority. Solar panels. Fire resistance. E-bike law.

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On the Board

Running efficient board meetings.

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Ask the Experts

Background checks. Legal fees.

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Background

Mildred Lanier-Reed, 2026 president of the Foundation for Community Association Research, serves as an enthusiastic and articulate champion of community associations.

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Member Pulse

Is your community hosting an event this summer?

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