by Dawn Bauman, CAE | Jun 20, 2024 | Other
June is National Homeownership Month. To mark the event, I am pleased to share President Biden’s recent proclamation that underscores the value of homeownership. Owning a home fosters financial stability, builds generational wealth, and contributes to the...
by Dawn Bauman, CAE | May 30, 2024 | Federal Advocacy
Regulatory News INCREASE IN SALARY THRESHOLD FOR EXEMPT EMPLOYEES. The U.S. Department of Labor approved regulations to increase the threshold salary for exempt (salaries) employees. Current- $35,568 July 1, 2024 – $43,888 Jan. 1, 2025 – $58,656 Starting...
by Dawn Bauman, CAE | May 27, 2024 | Advocacy, Flag, Other
The unofficial start of summer is here. As we prepare to observe Memorial Day—a day to honor those who died while serving in the U.S. military—many HOA and condo residents across the country will display the American flag. According to the U. S. Department of Veterans...
by Dawn Bauman, CAE, Phoebe E. Neseth, Esq. | May 9, 2024 | Advocacy, Public Policies, State Advocacy, volunteers
This week, hundreds of CAI members gather in Las Vegas, to reconnect with friends and colleagues from around the world at CAI’s Annual Conference and Exposition: Community NOW. One of CAI’s core objectives is to advocate for public policy that creates the most ideal...
by Dawn Bauman, CAE | Apr 19, 2024 | Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac
Freddie Mac opened access to the list of condominium and housing projects it categorized as “not eligible status.” Condominiums and housing cooperatives may be placed in this category due to potential noncompliance with lending guidelines. Access is restricted to an...
