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Community Association Education—Live, On-Demand and In Person

Free educational programs and practical resources for community association board members, managers and industry professionals.

Upcoming Livestreams & Webinars

Free educational programs for community association board members, managers and industry professionals.

On-Demand CEU September 8–21 Watch at your convenience

Crime Score and Your Insurance

Program 26329

Learn how crime-related data may affect association insurance underwriting, premiums, deductibles and coverage—and how communities can strengthen security, document risk-management efforts and present themselves more effectively to carriers.

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On-Demand CEU September 20–26 Watch at your convenience

Can You Tow It, Remove It or Throw It Away?

Program 26352

When does a resident’s property become “junk,” and when can an association legally remove it? Explore how governing documents, health and safety concerns, towing risks and enforcement considerations apply to abandoned vehicles, clutter, deteriorating items, hoarding and other disputed property.

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On-Demand CEU September 27–October 3 Watch at your convenience

Resort-Level Expectations Without a Resort-Level Budget

Program 26627

Learn how boards and managers can address resort-style expectations, seasonal population changes, amenities, communication and service demands without dramatically increasing staffing or assessments.

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On-Demand CEU October 4–7 Watch at your convenience

What Can Community Associations Learn from a Major Airline Insurance Dispute?

Program 26659

Explore what airline and community association insurance claims have in common, including policy language, emergency expenses, claim denials, deductibles, excess coverage, vendor-related losses and documentation.

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Live CEU October 5 2:40 PM EDT

When Managers Leave: What They Can and Cannot Do

Program 26332

When community association managers change companies, professional and legal questions can quickly follow. This program examines what managers can and cannot do involving client relationships, confidential information, records, solicitation and transition responsibilities.

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On-Demand CEU October 8–12 Watch at your convenience

Using FOMO and Other Techniques to Fill HOA & Condo Meetings

Program 26701

Community association managers Rebecca Burks, CMCA, AMS and Stephanie Harmon, CMCA, AMS, PCAM join attorney David Byrne, Esq. for a lively discussion of creative—and sometimes controversial—ways boards and managers can generate interest, increase participation and make community meetings more engaging.

The panel examines ideas ranging from financial teasers, mystery announcements and visual campaigns to meeting bingo, traveling meetings, reverse town halls and opportunities to ask the association attorney questions.

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Live CEU October 14 3:00 PM EDT

How Your Association Can Hurt Property Value

Program 26645

Deferred maintenance, inadequate reserves, inconsistent enforcement, poor communication and avoidable conflict can all affect a community’s reputation and desirability. Learn how association decisions and practices may unintentionally damage buyer confidence and long-term property values.

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On-Demand CEU October 19–23 Watch at your convenience

Florida Condo Terminations, Collections & the Miami Zombie Condo

Program 26706

Attorney Cory B. Kravit joins Ray Dickey for a practical discussion of Florida condominium terminations and collections, including voting requirements, owner protections, redevelopment, fair-market-value protections, liens, foreclosures and bankruptcy issues.

Learn when collection activity should begin, how notices, interest, late fees, partial payments and payment plans should be handled, and how bank foreclosures, mortgage priority and bankruptcy may affect an association’s collection efforts.

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Live CEU November 10 10:40 AM EST

How Luxury Standards Are Created

Program 26636

Creating a luxury-focused community involves more than upscale amenities. Explore how associations raise service and property standards, establish consistency, manage expectations and create a higher-end resident experience, including legal considerations unique to luxury properties.

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Live CEU November 12 1:40 PM EST

Different Coast Managers—What’s Different, What’s the Same, What We Can Learn

Program 26700

Community association managers from the East Coast and West Coast often face many of the same challenges, but the way those challenges appear can be very different. Compare board expectations, resident communication, vendors, staffing, insurance, emergencies, technology, amenities, budgets and management culture.

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Upcoming In-Person Events

Educational programs, networking, luncheons, expos and appreciation events for community association board members and managers.

September

In-Person Event September 17 4:00–7:00 PM EDT

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

TopGolf Myrtle Beach

TopGolf Myrtle Beach
2850 Robert Grissom Parkway
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Enjoy a CEU class, South Carolina trivia, golf, networking, refreshments and prizes. Participate in any or all portions of the program.

In-Person Event September 23 10:00 AM–1:30 PM EDT

Columbia, South Carolina

Reverse Expo & Luncheon

Dave & Buster’s
100 Columbiana Circle #5
Columbia, SC 29212

A high-energy appreciation event featuring a reverse expo, luncheon, networking, giveaways, prizes and surprises for community association board members and managers.

CEU Luncheon September 24 12:00–2:30 PM EDT

Tarrytown, New York

Educational Luncheon

Ruth’s Chris Steak House
670 White Plains Road
Tarrytown, NY 10591

Enjoy lunch and networking while learning about important contract terms—including indemnification, responsibilities and disclosures—and the complications associated with ice-damage claims.

October

Expo & Education October 1 8:00 AM–6:30 PM EDT

Summerville, South Carolina

Expo & Party

Hilton Garden Inn Summerville Conference Center
406 Sigma Drive
Summerville, SC 29486

A full day featuring two classrooms of educational programs, CEU opportunities, lunch, an expo, giveaways, prizes and an afternoon networking party.

Expo Event October 7 10:00 AM–2:00 PM EDT

New Windsor, New York

Expo Extravaganza

Homewood Suites by Hilton Newburgh-Stewart Airport
180 Breunig Road
New Windsor, NY 12553

A high-energy appreciation and educational event created especially for community association board members and managers, featuring exhibitors, networking and CEU opportunities.

Networking Event October 15 4:30–7:30 PM EDT

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Open House Networking

Dave & Buster’s Myrtle Beach
1322 Celebrity Circle
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Join community association board members, managers and participating industry professionals for a relaxed open-house networking event.

CEU Luncheon October 20 10:45 AM–1:00 PM EDT

Rock Hill, South Carolina

Contract Mistakes That Cost Associations Money

Hilton Garden Inn Rock Hill
650 Tinsley Way
Rock Hill, SC 29730

An educational luncheon examining common contract mistakes that can expose community associations to unnecessary expense, disputes and liability.

Networking Event October 21 4:30–7:30 PM EDT

Columbia, South Carolina

Open House Networking

Dave & Buster’s
100 Columbiana Circle #5
Columbia, SC 29212

Join community association board members, managers and participating industry professionals for a relaxed open-house networking event.

Reverse Expo October 22 10:00 AM–2:00 PM EDT

Bluffton, South Carolina

Reverse Expo, Luncheon & Giveaways

University of South Carolina Beaufort—Bluffton Campus
65 University Parkway, Room 105
Bluffton, SC 29909

Management companies and boards receive their own tables while participating business leaders visit them with introductions, gifts, contests and treats, followed by lunch, desserts and giveaways.

November

Networking Event November 3 4:30–7:30 PM EST

Greenville, South Carolina

Open House Networking

Dave & Buster’s Greenville
1025 Woodruff Road
Greenville, SC 29607

Join community association board members, managers and participating industry professionals for a relaxed open-house networking event.

In-Person Event November 4 4:00–7:00 PM EST

North Charleston, South Carolina

TopGolf Charleston

TopGolf Charleston
5000 Topgolf Way
North Charleston, SC 29418

Enjoy a CEU class, trivia, golf, networking, refreshments and prizes. Participate in any or all portions of the program.

Appreciation Luncheon November 5 11:00 AM–2:00 PM EST

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Manager & Board Appreciation Luncheon

Ruth’s Chris Steak House
8211 Marina Parkway
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572

An appreciation luncheon created for community association managers and board members. Come ready to network, learn, laugh, win and enjoy an event focused on recognizing the people who serve communities.

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