Choosing The Right Management Company For Your Community

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By CAMICB Staff

As you search for the right management company for your community, don’t forget to check out CAMICB’s resources to aid in your efforts. We’ve prepared an RFP (Request for Proposals) checklist to help you select a company that values certification and professionalism.

Text Box: Earning the CMCA credential signals an individual’s commitment to professional standards and extensive knowledge of community management. The CMCA is the only credential in community association management accredited under the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) and the International Organization for Standardization’s ISO 17024 standards.

CMCA-certified managers ensure:

  • Decisions are backed by industry-leading knowledge.
  • Provide guidance on community management best practices.
  • Offer assistance in adhering to local and state laws.

In addition, the CMCA-certified manager plays a vital role in preserving and enhancing property values within your community. They make sure your community is well-maintained and financially stable. Further they implement strategic plans for community improvements and maintenance while collaborating with the board to make informed decisions that benefit all homeowners.

Available Resources

The Request for Proposals (RFP) checklist is designed to assist you in finding a management company that values the CMCA credential and the professionalism it represents. The checklist will guide you through the essential aspects to consider when evaluating proposals from management companies, including their expertise, experience, and dedication to ethical conduct. When reviewing bids from management companies, consider company background and experience, for example, evaluate the management company’s years of experience, size, and the types of communities they have managed. To download the full RFP Checklist, go to –> https://bit.ly/3WwvdhF.

In addition, it’s important to confirm that the manager assigned to your community is CMCA-certified and has the expertise to handle your community’s unique needs.  When interviewing a CMCA-credentialed manager, it’s essential to ask questions that help assess their skills, experience, and capacity to manage unique community challenges effectively. To download a sampling of interview questions, go to –> https://bit.ly/3LAI10m.

Knowledgeable, committed community association managers are the professional mainstay of the communities they serve, providing the skills and expertise that are essential to the effective management of their homeowner associations. 

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About CMCA ~ The Essential Credential

CAMICB is a more than 25 year old independent professional certification body responsible for developing and delivering the Certified Manager of Community Associations® (CMCA) examination. CAMICB awards and maintains the CMCA credential, recognized worldwide as a benchmark of professionalism in the field of common interest community management. The CMCA examination tests the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform effectively as a professional community association manager. CMCA credential holders attest to full compliance with the CMCA Standards of Professional Conduct, committing to ethical and informed execution of the duties of a professional manager. The CMCA credentialing program carries dual accreditation. The National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) accredits the CMCA program for meeting its U.S.-based standards for credentialing bodies. The ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) accredits the CMCA program for meeting the stringent requirements of the ISO/IEC 17024 Standard, the international standards for certification bodies. The program's dual accreditation represents compliance with rigorous standards for developing, delivering, and maintaining a professional credentialing program. It underscores the strength and integrity of the CMCA credential. Privacy Policy: https://www.camicb.org/privacy-policy