News & Blog

What is a Quorum and Why is it Important?

November 16, 2021

We are in the thick of annual meeting season and one of the first things that is done before every meeting begins is for the community association to assure that a quorum has been established. A quorum is defined as the minimum number of owners who must be at a meeting before business can be transacted. Oftentimes, quorum is outlined in the association’s bylaws but in some instances, it may be set by statute. It is common for an association to have

2021 CINC Up Conference

September 21, 2021

Since we opened our doors in 1990, Priestley Management Company has been committed to staying on the cutting edge of the association management industry. Our association management software plays an integral part in achieving this goal. Thus, every year our staff members head down to Atlanta, Georgia to attend the annual CINC Up conference put on by our software partner, CINC Systems. Educational sessions at the conference teach our staff

Wilmington Onsite Association Manager Receives AMS Designation

September 1, 2021

We are pleased to announce that Ashley Ritchie has earned her Association Management Specialist (AMS) designation from the Community Associations Institute.

Greensboro Portfolio Manager Earns PCAM Designation

April 28, 2021

We are delighted to announce that Wendy Parks has earned her Professional Community Association Manager (PCAM®) designation from Community Associations Institute.

North Carolina Phase 3 and Community Associations

October 6, 2020

On September 30, 2020, Governor Roy Cooper announced that North Carolina will move into the third phase with regards to easing the Covid-19 restrictions. Below are some of the highlights of Executive Order No. 169 and how it may impact your Community Association.

Hurricane Isaias Update

August 3, 2020

Hurricane Isaias is expected to move through the area late today and tonight and lift North of the region Tuesday morning.

Hurricane Isaias

July 31, 2020

Priestley Management Company is closely watching the track of Hurricane Isaias. Although the exact path is still unknown, current forecast models predict that it could impact our area.

A New Kind of Annual Meeting

July 7, 2020

It’s hard to believe we are more than halfway through 2020. The first half of the year was undoubtedly unique due to the emergence of COVID-19. For community associations, the second half of the fiscal year brings an additional challenge, preparation for the upcoming annual meeting season during a pandemic. This year’s annual meeting could look somewhat different from your past meetings.

Tips to Conserve Energy

November 21, 2019

It’s important to look at how much energy different things in your home are using and find ways to optimize that use. If you are looking to save some money or just want to be more environmentally friendly, try some of these tips to conserve energy.

Homeowner Associations: Who’s Responsible for What When It Comes to Maintenance?

July 25, 2019

Homeowners often wonder who’s responsible for what when it comes to maintaining things in their neighborhood, and the answer isn’t always crystal clear. In general, an association is responsible for repairing or replacing common or shared elements. Owners, on the other hand, are responsible for maintaining their own homes.