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As a PCAM and former management company executive, I’ve grown increasingly frustrated with the level of training and education provided to new community managers through our existing trade organizations.

About 15 years ago, several of CAI’s Executive Directors encouraged me to apply for National Faculty. At the time, there was a recognized need for California managers to teach a California-specific version of the M-100 course. The goal was clear: managers needed education tailored to California’s unique legal and regulatory landscape.

Unfortunately, during the COVID pandemic, CAI shifted its courses to a live-virtual format. In doing so, it discontinued the California-specific M-100, leaving only the generalized international version. While valuable in many respects, this broad approach often confuses new California managers who are trying to understand the distinct requirements of their role.

Although CAI does provide a California at-home study program, my 30 years of experience in professional development has shown me that new managers learn best when they can ask questions, exchange ideas, and collaborate with peers. Similarly, while CACM offers excellent California-focused education, its certification applies only to in-state managers, making it less practical for some of our national management company partners.

That’s why we developed CAM University.

At the core of CAM University is our signature course, Building Community: The Foundations of Community Association Management (“Foundations”)—a California-based alternative to the M-100. This course has been approved by CAMICB as a prerequisite for the CMCA Exam. In addition, enrollment includes free access to our CMCA Study Group to help attendees prepare for the exam, plus discounted rates for our Virtual Campus, where managers can take On Demand courses to earn CEUs for recertification.

We’re proud to be the first and only HOA law firm in California—and just the second in the nation—to provide this type of education to our management company partners.

Our hybrid classes start on September 17th at our San Juan Capistrano headquarters.

California HOA lawyers Developed by California attorneys specializing exclusively in HOA Law, and led by a PCAM with 30 years of industry knowledge and expertise – this one-of-a-kind program was designed with the MANAGER in mind.

New-Newsletter-Template-300x167In case you missed it, Issue # 59 of our ‘Community Association Update’ newsletter is available now!

Topics covered in this issue include:

  • Email Discussions Between Board Members are not “Meetings”
  • Are Your HOA Volunteers Covered for Injuries?
  • What if Our HOA’s Insurance is Canceled Due to Risk of Wildfires?
  • Court Steps in to Force Recalled Board to Step Down

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Marina-Pacifica-300x149It’s our privilege to welcome Marina Pacifica Homeowners Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients.

Located in the heart of the Long Beach Marina, Marina Pacifica is on 18 acres with over 550 units featuring 6 pools, 6 spas, 3 lagoons, a gym, clubhouse and 24/7 security. And it doesn’t end there – in addition, boat slips are located on site along with laundry facilities, underground parking garage and gated bridge access to shopping at the Marina Pacifica Mall, making this community one-of-a-kind!

California HOA lawyers Our HOA lawyers and staff look forward to working with Marina Pacifica’s Board and management team.

New-Newsletter-Template-300x167In case you missed it, Issue # 58 of our ‘Community Association Update’ newsletter is available now!

Topics covered in this issue include:

  • Paying for Increases in your HOA’s Insurance Premiums
  • Addressing Requests for Installation of Solar Panels on Shared Roofs
  • What Happens When a Delinquent Homeowner Dies?
  • Evidence of Violations is Necessary
  • How to Direct Questions from Potential Homebuyers

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Newsletter-Issue-57-300x167In case you missed it, Issue # 57 of our ‘Community Association Update’ newsletter is available now!

Topics covered in this issue include:

  • AB 1410 – Speech on Social Media; Room Rentals; Enforcement During Emergencies
  • AB 1738 – EV Charging Stations in Existing Multi-Family Developments
  • SB 897 – Accessory Dwelling Units
  • Artus v. Gramercy Towers
  • Fowler v. Golden Pacific Bancorp, Inc.

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New-Client-Photo-Template-0219-1-300x169It’s our privilege to welcome Seabridge Village Master Community Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients.

Located in Huntington Beach, Seabridge Village is a 24-hour guard gated community that is surrounded by mature landscaping and man made lakes.  Residents enjoy two clubhouses, multiple swimming pools/spas, 4 tennis courts, racquetball court, and gym.

hoa law firm Our HOA lawyers and staff look forward to working with Seabridge Village’s Board and management.

New-Client-Photo-Template-0219-300x169It’s our privilege to welcome Los Lagos Homeowners Association, Inc. to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients.

Los Lagos was started in 1980 on 35 acres. The eighty-nine beautiful custom homes were designed by renowned architect Barry Berkus. The hand-carved imported entry fountain, abundant trees, lush landscaping, ponds, winding waterways, four pools with spas, plus tennis and pickleball courts envelop the community in uniqueness. Los Lagos proudly stands among the finest private communities in the Coachella Valley.

hoa law firm Our HOA lawyers and staff look forward to working with Los Lagos’ Board and management.

Pinnacle-300x169It’s our privilege to welcome Pinnacle at Dublin Ranch Subassociation to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients.

Pinnacle is a gated high end community in Dublin Ranch. Residents enjoy lots ranging in size from 1/4 to 1/3 acre, many of which have sweeping views of the Dublin Ranch Golf Course and Amador Valley.

hoa law firm Our HOA lawyers and staff look forward to working with Pinnacles’s Board and management.

Broadmoor-Northridge-300x169It’s our privilege to welcome Broadmoor Northridge Community Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients.

Broadmoor Northridge is a collection of single family homes located in Anaheim Hills. Residents enjoy two community pools and a small tot lot.

hoa law firm Our HOA lawyers and staff look forward to working with Broadmoor Northridge’s Board and management.

Canyon-Crest-Estates-300x169It’s our privilege to welcome Canyon Crest Estates Homeowners Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients.

Canyon Crest Estates is a condominium community located in Corona Del Mar. Residents enjoy a community pool, spa and tennis courts.

hoa law firm Our HOA lawyers and staff look forward to working with Canyon Crest Estates’ Board and management.
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