NEWS + INSIGHTS FROM PMC

Four PMC-Managed Communities Earn the CAI-NC Seal of Distinction for 2026–2028

By Priestley Management Company Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Priestley Management Company is proud to celebrate a milestone achievement: four communities in our portfolio have been awarded the CAI-NC Seal of Distinction for 2026–2028, recognizing their commitment to responsible governance, sound financial planning, and community best...

Priestley Management Company Celebrates Two Team Members Earning CMCA Designations

By Priestley Management Company Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Priestley Management Company is proud to recognize two outstanding team members who have recently earned their Certified Manager of Community Associations (CMCA®) designation through the Community Associations Institute (CAI).Mary Queen, based in our Greensboro office, and Mo...

Fannie Mae & Freddie Changes Part II: What This Means for Condominium and HOA Communities

By Kyle Priestley Thursday, March 26, 2026

In Part I of this series, we covered the insurance‑related updates announced by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac that may improve mortgage availability for condominium and HOA communities.In Part II, we turn to the other major lending guideline changes adopted —many of wh...

Fannie Mae & Freddie Changes Part I: What This Means for Condominium and HOA Communities

By Kyle Priestley Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Community associations across the country—and especially here in North Carolina—have been grappling with rising insurance costs, limited coverage options, and increasing lender scrutiny. On March 18, 2026, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac announced significant updates to th...

Anne Menz Earns AMS® Designation

By Priestley Management Company Wednesday, February 18, 2026

We are proud to announce that Anne Menz, has officially earned her Association Management Specialist (AMS®) designation, a significant professional achievement within the community association management industry.The AMS designation is awarded by the Community Associations In...

Priestley Management Company Celebrates Stephen Ervin for Earning His CMCA® Certification

By Priestley Management Company Monday, November 17, 2025

We are proud to share exciting news from within the Priestley Management Company team. Stephen Ervin has successfully passed his CMCA® (Certified Manager of Community Associations) exam, earning one of the most widely recognized credentials in the community association...

Priestley Management Company Congratulates Cherie Haught on Obtaining CMCA

By Priestley Management Company Monday, October 13, 2025

We are proud to announce that Cherie Haught has officially earned her Certified Manager of Community Associations (CMCA®) designation, making her the newest certified member of the Priestley Management Company team! This prestigious credential, awarded by the Community Associ...

From Planning to Communication: How HOA Boards Can Master Budget Season

By Kyle Priestley Friday, August 29, 2025

Budget season is one of the most important times of the year for any Homeowners Association (HOA). A well-prepared budget ensures that the association can meet its financial obligations, maintain the community, and plan for future needs. For HOA boards, this process can feel over...

Priestley Management Company Celebrates Tracy Mitchell’s AMS Achievement

By Priestley Management Company Thursday, August 14, 2025

Wilmington, NC: We are proud to announce that Tracy Mitchell has recently earned her Accredited Management Specialist (AMS) designation through the Community Associations Institute (CAI). This prestigious certification recognizes community association managers who have demonstrat...

Priestley Management Company Celebrates Lee Horton’s Achievement of the CMCA Designation

By Priestley Management Company Monday, July 7, 2025

Wilmington, North CarolinaWe are pleased to announce that Lee Horton has officially achieved the Certified Manager of Community Associations (CMCA) designation, a significant professional milestone and testament to her dedication to excellence in community association management....