November 2024

THE CAI-NJ COMMUNITY TRENDS ® MAGAZINE CONTENTS 14 Happy Holidays! Political Signs and Holiday Decorations in Community Associations By David L. Dockery, Esq. Becker 24 Year End Compliance By Robert Arnone, MSRE, AMS, CPM RCA Management Properties, LLC 30 Grateful Gains: Success Stories of Community 14

Associations Thriving with Expert Help Thankful for High-Efficiency MEP Equipment That Keep Our Communities Comfortable By Casey Sky Noon, Coolsys Energy Design

Overcoming Obstacles with the Power of Teamwork By Laura Rivera, Denali Property Management, Inc. The Journey from Drab to Fab By Lois Gerber, Harbour Mansion Condominium Association Thankful for Disasters Dodged By Casey Sky Noon, Coolsys Energy Design, Featuring contributions from Elaine Warga-Murray, MS, CMCA, AMS, PCAM, E.W. Murray Consulting, Inc. 42 Management Trends: I’m Thankful for Internet Reviews... Good or Bad! By Erin Spiliotopoulos, CMCA, AMS Matrix Property Management Group, LLC

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EXTRAS President’s Corner Looking Ahead

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CAI-NJ Upcoming Events CAI-NJ Awards Nominations

Legislative Update

Your Voice is Key with NJ-LAC & CA-PAC

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Make-A-Wish Breakfast & Castle Tour — Save the Date Annual Meeting & Chapter Retreat — Save the Date

Beach Party Photos and Recap

Winter Break Party — Register Now! F.A.S.T. Kickball Tournament Recap & Photos

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F.A.S.T. Adopt-A-Family 2025 Partnership Program 9 & Nosh Recap & Photos

2025 Online Directory Advertising Form

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New Members

Request for Educational Speaking Proposals

2024 Ultimate Partner Listings

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