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AHNData Industry interviews, articles and blogs Brainerd Communications, Inc., publishes newspapers and magazines related to several niche industries nationwide.

Brainerd's own AssociationHelpNow® publications and website are geared toward the condominium, co-op, and homeowners association industries. Brainerd Communications, Inc., also works as a consultant with many industry associations, providing marketing, management and administrative direction for clients, including producing their trade shows, magazines, membership directories, seminars, and golf o

utings. "With our association, professional, and legal partner-clients, we are committed to providing our readership and event attendees with the best industry materials and resources available," said Raymond Dickey. Raymond Dickey is President of Brainerd Communications, Inc. (the company which owns the AssociationHelpNow® brand) as well as Executive Director of the Hudson Valley New York and South Carolina Chapters of Community Associations Institute (CAI).

Two great livestreams this week...
18/11/2025

Two great livestreams this week...

Two Livestreams this Week!

HOA Crystal Ball - Nov. 19 Livestream
HOA Hit by 45 Pound Rocks - Nov. 20 Livestream

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New Year’s Resolutions & Crystal Ball Predictions
Nov 19, 2025 at 10:40 AM - 11:40 AM EST

As we welcome the new year, boards and managers face both opportunities and uncertainties. What resolutions should you be making for your community? What trends and challenges should you be prepared for in the year ahead? PLUS: Anything Goes “Q&A”

1 CEU: CAMICB (All States) • DBPR (Illinois) • IDFPR (Florida)

REGISTER:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1842105738960071765

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Manager Community Panel Discussion - Plus, HOA Bombed by 45 lbs Rocks!
Nov 20, 2025 at 1:40 PM EST

If you oversee an association community, this is your opportunity to trade ideas, troubleshoot issues, and sharpen your leadership approach, before your next major decision shapes the future of your community. Bonus Topic: The Large-Scale Association Bombed by 45 lbs Rocks!

1 CEU: CAMICB (All States) • DBPR (Illinois) • IDFPR (Florida)

REGISTER:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6099580787921898069

18/11/2025

How a Hurricane Turned Neighbors into a Marina Rescue Crew - HOA Success Story

When Hurricane Helene tore through their lakeside community, high winds ripped the marina free, splitting it in two and sending it floating across the water. What happened next wasn’t just damage control; it was a remarkable show of teamwork that brought the docks home and the neighbors even closer together.

Discover how one association turned crisis into connection.

Raymond Dickey • www.AssociationHelpNow.com

Chuck Mitchell, president of the Stoney Point POA • South Carolina

Contact for Stoney Point POA:

Rebecca Burks, CMCA, AMS
Town & Country Community Association Management
Greenwood, SC
[email protected]

Hosted by AssociationHelpNow® | Practical insights for managers and boards who live this every day.

Two Livestreams this Week!HOA Crystal Ball - Nov. 19 LivestreamHOA Hit by 45 Pound Rocks - Nov. 20 Livestream—————————Ne...
18/11/2025

Two Livestreams this Week!

HOA Crystal Ball - Nov. 19 Livestream
HOA Hit by 45 Pound Rocks - Nov. 20 Livestream

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New Year’s Resolutions & Crystal Ball Predictions
Nov 19, 2025 at 10:40 AM - 11:40 AM EST

As we welcome the new year, boards and managers face both opportunities and uncertainties. What resolutions should you be making for your community? What trends and challenges should you be prepared for in the year ahead? PLUS: Anything Goes “Q&A”

1 CEU: CAMICB (All States) • DBPR (Illinois) • IDFPR (Florida)

REGISTER:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1842105738960071765

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Manager Community Panel Discussion - Plus, HOA Bombed by 45 lbs Rocks!
Nov 20, 2025 at 1:40 PM EST

If you oversee an association community, this is your opportunity to trade ideas, troubleshoot issues, and sharpen your leadership approach, before your next major decision shapes the future of your community. Bonus Topic: The Large-Scale Association Bombed by 45 lbs Rocks!

1 CEU: CAMICB (All States) • DBPR (Illinois) • IDFPR (Florida)

REGISTER:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6099580787921898069

13/11/2025

Chris Petrik, CMCA, AMS, PCAM tell us the story on how an uncontrolled blast caused major damage at an HOA, community association!

You can hear the whole story LIVE and ask Chris questions during:

Register for "Manager Community Panel Discussion - Plus, HOA Hit by 45 lbs Rocks!" on Nov 20, 2025 1:40 PM EST at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6099580787921898069

Raymond Dickey • www.AssociationHelpNow.com

Chris Petrik, CMCA, AMS, PCAM • Bulle Rock Community Association • [email protected]www.bullerockcommunity.com

Hosted by AssociationHelpNow® | Practical insights for managers and boards who live this every day.

This content does not constitute professional advice.

08/11/2025

Simple Question that Reframes What New HOA Board Thinks They Know

A question that instantly changes how new board members see their role and responsibility.

Watch this clip to see how Charles (Chuck) Homler reframes what many board thinks they know.

Watch the full one-hour livestream here: https://youtu.be/jtRvLO070DE

Panel:

Raymond Dickey • www.AssociationHelpNow.com

Taylor Hayes, CMCA, AMS • CAMS • [email protected]www.camsmgt.com

Charles (Chuck) Homler • FirstService Residential • [email protected]www.fsresidential.com

Anita Jeter, CMCA, AMS • CEPCO Management Services • [email protected]www.cepco-nc.com

Michael Pereira, Esq. • Hirzel Law, PLC • [email protected]www.hirzellaw.com

Hosted by AssociationHelpNow® | Practical insights for managers and boards who live this every day.

Great way to educate new HOA boards...
07/11/2025

Great way to educate new HOA boards...

07/11/2025

When New HOA Boards Realize They’re Running a Million-Dollar Corporation

Most new HOA and condo boards don’t realize just how big their responsibility really is, until they do this simple calculation. Watch this clip from “HOA Manager Discussion: What Will Make The Industry Better?” to see how Anita Jeter, CMCA, AMS helps new boards understand the true scale of what they’re managing.

Watch the full one-hour livestream for more insights and real-world experiences from managers shaping the future of this industry: https://youtu.be/jtRvLO070DE.

Panel:

Raymond Dickey • www.AssociationHelpNow.com

Taylor Hayes, CMCA, AMS • CAMS • [email protected]www.camsmgt.com

Charles (Chuck) Homler • FirstService Residential • [email protected]www.fsresidential.com

Anita Jeter, CMCA, AMS • CEPCO Management Services • [email protected]www.cepco-nc.com

Michael Pereira, Esq. • Hirzel Law, PLC • [email protected]www.hirzellaw.com

Hosted by AssociationHelpNow® | Practical insights for managers and boards who live this every day.

Governing documents can get scary...
06/11/2025

Governing documents can get scary...

06/11/2025

When Following Your HOA Documents Breaks the Law

In this moment from our livestream “When You Need to Get Around the Governing Documents - Without Owner Approval”, the panel dives into one of the traps associations fall into: trusting outdated documents over updated law.

Watch this clip about why ignoring amendments can land even the most careful boards in hot water and catch the full one-hour discussion here: https://youtu.be/NNs4ZaxFdqk

Panel:

Raymond Dickey • www.AssociationHelpNow.com

Kevin Hirzel, Esq. • Hirzel Law, PLC • [email protected]www.hirzellaw.com

David Byrne, Esq. • Ansell Grimm & Aaron, PC • [email protected]www.ansell.law

Gregg V. Gerelli • Gerelli Insurance Agency, Inc. • [email protected]www.gerelli-insurance.com

John LaGumina, Esq. • The LaGumina Law Firm, PLLC • [email protected]www.laguminalaw.com

Todd Vignola • Add Ventures, Inc. • [email protected]www.addventuresinc.com

Hosted by AssociationHelpNow® | Practical insights for managers and boards who live this every day.

Simple yet, shocking mistake...
05/11/2025

Simple yet, shocking mistake...

05/11/2025

Roof Warranties - The Shocking Mistake Managers and Boards Discover Too Late

Every board thinks they’re covered until this moment hits.

Construction expert Todd Vignola from Add Ventures, Inc. shares a story that makes managers and boards stop in their tracks.

Watch this one-minute clip before your next roofing project.

Todd Vignola • Add Ventures, Inc. • [email protected]www.addventuresinc.com

Raymond Dickey • AssociationHelpNow.com

Hosted by Raymond Dickey, AssociationHelpNow® | Practical insights for managers and boards who live this every day

04/11/2025

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