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James Ernst, CPA, explains what impact the newly-passed Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will have on Common Interest Realty Associations (CIRAs) beginning Jan. 1, 2018: The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, that was passed by both the House of Representatives and the Senate, and was signed into law by the President, will have an impact […]

I’m a firm believer in the value of certifications. A certification gives you a common foundation of knowledge and expertise in a given area. A certification announces to the world that you have acquired that knowledge, and are qualified to speak – and act in that area. A certification provides a layer of protection between […]

As a wise man (my grandpa) once said, every challenge comes with an opportunity, and vice versa. For Community Managers, the challenge of market evolution will also present myriad potential opportunities to excel in the marketplace, so long as the obstacles are understood and faced in real time. The world is moving more quickly, and […]

Note: This article has been updated since it’s original publication. Any discussion on accounting for condo associations and HOAs often starts with the end result – monthly financial reports. There’s all kinds of information for board members to help them understand the reports, but how can you head off questions at the pass by making […]

Note: This article has been updated since it’s original publication. Any Kind of Transition Is Hard Like a dad handing the keys to the car to his teenage son for the first time, property management transitions require a lot of preparation and trust. There are two kinds of property management transitions that a management company […]

Note: This article has been updated since it’s original publication. Activating Your Action Plan: You created your Action Plan to start a property management company, now you are ready to follow through and implement that plan. Here are the steps to follow to actually create your company and get ready to operate: Incorporate. To protect […]