The ABCs: A Basic Course for Community Associations

CAI’s Workshop for Community Association Leaders and Homeowners -

The ABCs, is the most comprehensive review of community association operations available. You’ll be amazed at how much you’ll get out of this course as you review the history, organization, and financial structure of community associations and learn problem-solving techniques.

DO YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT…
• The role and obligations of the developer
• How much control the board has and which documents spell it out
• Sources of income for associations
• How to prepare an operating budget
• Principles for enacting new rules
• How to read financial statements
• How to hire professional help
• How to reduce risks
• Who has fiduciary responsibility

If so, this workshop is for YOU!
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
• Community association board members
• Homeowners living in a common-interest community
• Community association committee members
• New Property Managers

WHY ATTEND? You will…
• Learn proven strategies to implement in your association
• Be brought up to date on industry trends
• Exchange ideas with other association leaders
• Sharpen your skills

COURSE OUTLINE - The course covers:
• Legal foundation and organization of community associations
• Problem solving
• Maintenance
• Rules creation and enforcement
• Risk control insurance
• Finances
• Board Meetings
• Hiring a professional team

You’ll value the interaction with your facilitators and peers at the the ABCs workshop. You’ll be able to ask questions, get detailed explanations, and receive feedback. Plus, visual aids that help explain and clarify new concepts and ideas will enhance your learning experience.

A COMPREHENSIVE MANUAL is recommended for purchase.
The course manual, A Basic Course for Community Associations, by Katharine Rosenberry, is a 150-page manual, which includes sample forms and documents, discussion questions, and helpful hints. You’ll use these additional resources even after the class is finished. Your association should own at least one copy. Cost: $32.50

IS THERE AN EXAM?
No. You will earn a certificate of completion for attending.

INCLUDES:
• All speaker handouts
• A light lunch
• Certificate upon completion of course.
• Lots of networking!!

REGISTER January 28, Stratford ->> - $50 member, $75 non-member

The workshop is an excellent investment for your community association! Associations should consider paying registration fees with association funds.