Key Association Management

11/15/2025

Donation drive going on now, every little bit helps!

11/08/2025

We hope to see you tomorrow Saturday November 8th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Per our previous post:

Donations are now open and will be accepted until November 19th, 2025. We would greatly appreciate your support in making a difference!
Donation Dropoff Location:
16955 18 Mile Rd, Clinton Township, MI 48038 (In the Hunters Pointe Plaza where J. Baldwins Restaurant is located)
Donation Hours:
Monday thru Thursday 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Special Hours for donations only: Saturday November 8th 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Special Hours for donations only: Saturday November 15th 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Every contribution—big or small—helps bring hope and relief to others.
Thank you for your consideration in helping to make our community stronger through kindness and compassion.

11/03/2025

We’re proud to announce that Key Association Management is supporting a local non-profit organization to help those in need during these difficult times. Make Food Not Waste www.makefoodnotwaste.org is an organization that is committed to feeding people, not landfills. The upcycling kitchens at Make Food Not Waste use overlooked food (from local grocers with fresh/boxed/canned produce that is almost about to expire) to feed people, not landfills. They believe that food is far too important to be thrown away into landfills and they envision a Michigan where no food creates methane emissions in landfills. They work to stop food waste before it occurs and gives overlooked food a place to go.

At the meal distribution center at the Presbyterian church off of Jefferson in Detroit, volunteers help to package meals, prepare them for distribution and hand them out to folks in the communities along with personal hygiene items, clothing, coats and other necessary items that may be needed.

This organization has touched many of our hearts here at Key as Dawn Miller and some of her team members have volunteered at the meal distribution center and got to experience first hand the positive impact this organization is making, the joy it brings to people, the people that you meet along the way and the mouths that you help to feed. Giving back and offering help to this organization is truly something to be thankful for!

Please see the attached flier for non-perishable, hygiene and gently used winter clothing donation items that are needed. Donations are now open and will be accepted until November 19th, 2025. We would greatly appreciate your support in making a difference!

Donation Dropoff Location:
16955 18 Mile Rd, Clinton Township, MI 48038 (In the Hunters Pointe Plaza where J. Baldwins Restaurant is located)

Donation Hours:
Monday thru Thursday 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Special Hours for donations only: Saturday November 8th 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Special Hours for donations only: Saturday November 15th 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Every contribution—big or small—helps bring hope and relief to others.
Thank you for your consideration in helping to make our community stronger through kindness and compassion.

Want to do more?
If you would like to volunteer, volunteers help Make Food Not Waste feed hungry people by giving overlooked food a place to go. Volunteers are the heart of their mission, driving change by helping to reduce food waste, fight climate change, and feed our community. Their dedication and hard work enable them to rescue surplus food, transform it into nutritious meals, and deliver it to those in need.
They welcome everyone to join them—no prior experience is necessary and their team will guide you every step of the way.

05/31/2025

01/27/2025

Intro:
Please send us a letter explaining how you feel you can have an immediate impact on the organization, your resume, and your financial expectations.

Job Overview
Are you looking to work in an exceptional environment with an awesome culture?

Are you someone that would like the opportunity to be a part of an association management business and is willing to learn? We will train the right candidate!

Are you that type of person who strives to make the customer happy and be satisfied by following through on your commitments? Making them your priority?

Do deadlines positively help you manage your time and organize priorities effectively?

Are you energized, that self-starter and self-motivated individual who enjoys achieving great results?

If you answered yes to these questions, you could be a part of the Key Family! Our growing Community Association Management company is seeking a Office Assistant to join our team! Whether you are looking for an opportunity to earn income while going to college/trade school or you would like to earn potential growth opportunities, then this role may be for you!

Duties

An Office Assistant is responsible for the day-to-day interactions of the residents we serve along with supporting our staff in carrying out important tasks that helps keeps the flow of our business in motion.

Handling Resident Inquires (answering phones, transferring calls, messages, emails etc)

Computer Literacy (Microsoft Office, Management Software)

Basic Accounting skills (able to read and understand statements, debits and credits) You will be asked to explain a statement if you are considered for the position.

Digital Filing (Computer Navigation Skills, Microsoft and Management Software)

Requirements

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Schedule:

4 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Experience:

Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:

Clinton Township, MI 48038 (Required)
Work Location: In person

11/01/2024

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04/11/2024

Are you a Board Member? If so, you are Invited to Key Association Management’s
1st Educational FREE Legal Seminar
Monday, April 15th, 2024
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Clinton Macomb Public Library
40900 Romeo Plank Rd, Clinton Twp, MI 48038
Located in the Auditorium
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
6:00 P.M.-6:30 P.M. Registration
6:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M.— “THE ART OF SAYING NO-REDUCING OWNER INTERFERENCE”
Learn how to deal with troubling Owners, document inspection requests, modification demands, harassment of directors and managers and more!
7:30 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. General Q&A’s, Raffle & Departure
Presenter: Jeff Vollmer, Attorney & Partner
Makower Abbate Guerra Wegner Vollmer PLLC – Farmington Hills/ St Clair Shores
Seats are filling up fast, please email us at [email protected] to let us know you are coming or send us a message on Facebook. We hope to see you there!

Send a message to learn more

04/11/2024

United Condominium Owners of Michigan
50th ANNIVERSARY CONFERENCE
Friday, April 26, 2024
9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
San Marino Club, 1685 E. Big Beaver Road, Troy, Michigan 48083

Find our registration form on the main page of our website at www.ucomonline.org

PROGRAM SCHEDULE
9:30 AM – 10:25 AM—REGISTER AND VISIT WITH VENDORS
10:30 AM – 11:10 AM—“FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY”
Capital Reserves; Capital Projects & Vendor Selection; Conflict of Interest
Statement; Creative Funding Options – Monthly Dues, Assessment Types,
HOA Financing; Mandating CoOwner Repairs
Presenter: Jeff Vollmer, Attorney & Partner
Makower Abbate Guerra Wegner Vollmer PLLC – Farmington Hills/ St Clair Shores
11:20 AM – 12:00 PM—“DOLLARS AND CENTS”
Collection Activity; Evictions, Violation Fines; Foreclosures & Liens;
Tax Debt/Sheriff Auctions & Bankruptcies: Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)
Presenter: Tracy Danner-Bond, Senior Attorney
Hirzel Law, PLC - Farmington Hills, MI
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM—BRUNCH BUFFET
President’s Address, Morning Prize Drawings from Vendor Raffles, Visit with Vendors
1:00 PM – 1:40 PM—“SIDESWIPING A MULTITUDE OF CONDO/HOA ISSUES”
Condo Records – Storage/Retention/Disposal/Confidential/CoOwner Inspection;
Board Meetings & Minutes – Record and Access; Websites & Social Media;
Property Cameras; Condo Employee vs. Independent Contractors; HOA Emergency
and Non-emergency access
Presenter: Steven Sowell, Managing Attorney
Sowell – Law PLLC – Mount Clemens, MI
1:50PM – 2:30 PM—“REGULATIONS & POLICIES”
Bylaws, Rules & Amendments; Recent Legislation; Rental Restrictions; Assistive Animals; Smoking and Legalized
Ma*****na; Electric Vehicles; Drones; Virtual/Hybrid Meetings and Electronic Voting and Notifications
Presenter: Robert M. Meisner, Managing Attorney & Founding Member
The Meisner Law Group P.C. – Bingham Farms, MI
UCOM Director, Attorney Sidney McBride, Moderator
2:35 PM – 2:50 PM—AFTERNOON RAFFLES /PRIZES AND
EVENT CLOSING BY PRESIDENT
Departure

Your Invited to Our 50th ANNIVERSARY CONFERENCE! United Condominium Owners of Michigan50th ANNIVERSARY CONFERENCEFriday, April 26, 20249:30 AM to 3:00 PMSan Marino Club, 1685 E. Big Beaver Road, Troy, Michigan 48083 2024-Annual-Seminar-Registration_.pdf2_Download Please remember that if you pre-paid...

04/09/2024

Preparing and Assembling the Budget

Every community association must have a budget. This is required at various levels of the law as well as in the governing documents. Budgets mandate the procedures to determine the applicable requirements for reserves. The association should consider the needs and desires of the homeowners. What services do they require? Are they required on a daily, weekly, monthly or annually basis? Budgets should also account for any unexpected expenses as well.

Budget due dates depend on the association and is generally noted within the bylaws. Typically, budgets are done by either calendar year or fiscal year. Your association manager will typically put together a proposed budget and then the Board, which may contain a budget committee, will review, and approve. It is important that the budget committee does not just budget for money it expects or does not have. An example, you shouldn’t budget for late fees or fines; if income is not expected then do not budget for it. The association can take into account the needs of the homeowners.

Budget line items are either mandatory or discretionary. Mandatory line items are a need or obligation such as water, insurance and taxes. Discretionary line items are a desire or expectation such as a pool or playground. While discretionally line items can be ranked based on the desires or wants of the homeowners, mandatory items must always be budgeted for.

04/01/2024

Are you a Board Member? If so, you are Invited to Key Association Management’s
1st Educational FREE Legal Seminar
Monday, April 15th, 2024
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Clinton Macomb Public Library
40900 Romeo Plank Rd, Clinton Twp, MI 48038
Located in the Auditorium
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
6:00 P.M.-6:30 P.M. Registration
6:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M.— “THE ART OF SAYING NO-REDUCING OWNER INTERFERENCE”
Learn how to deal with troubling Owners, document inspection requests, modification demands, harassment of directors and managers and more!
7:30 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. General Q&A’s, Raffle & Departure
Presenter: Jeff Vollmer, Attorney & Partner
Makower Abbate Guerra Wegner Vollmer PLLC – Farmington Hills/ St Clair Shores

Seats are filling up fast, please email us at [email protected] to let us know you are coming or send us a message on Facebook. We hope to see you there!

Send a message to learn more

03/19/2024

What is Fiduciary Duty?

The duty and obligation of Board Members to act in the best interests of the Condominium/HOA unit/lot owners. Board members have a Fiduciary Duty to manage the financial and operational affairs of the Association with care, loyalty, and diligence.

Key aspects of Fiduciary responsibilities for Board Members may include:

1. Financial Prudence: Board members are expected to make informed and responsible financial decisions for the association. This includes budgeting, financial planning, and ensuring that common funds are used judiciously.

2. Transparency: Boards should provide transparent and accurate financial information to unit owners. This involves keeping records, preparing financial statements, and conducting meetings where financial matters are discussed openly.

3. Conflict of Interest: Board members must avoid conflicts of interest and make decisions solely in the best interests of the association. This includes not engaging in activities that could personally benefit them at the expense of the Association.

4. Compliance: Board members are responsible for ensuring that the Association complies with relevant laws, regulations, and governing documents. This may involve staying informed about legal requirements and seeking professional advice when needed.

5. Diligence: Board members are expected to exercise reasonable care and diligence in their roles. This includes staying informed about the Association's affairs, attending meetings, and making decisions based on thorough consideration of relevant information.

6. Maintenance of Common Areas: Board members have a duty to ensure that common areas and amenities are properly maintained. This involves making decisions about repairs, renovations, and overall property management.

Failure to fulfill Fiduciary responsibilities can lead to legal consequences, including potential lawsuits and financial liabilities. Therefore, Board Members should prioritize the best interests of the Association and its members in all decision-making processes.

02/27/2024

Why Enforcing Rules and Regulations is important

When an association is formed, there are a set of documents created that write out the guidelines for the community known as a Master Deed and Bylaws or Deed Restrictions. Many communities will later adopt a simplified version of these called Rules and Regulations.

It is important to follow these as they set the standard for everyone in the community. You cannot let one resident get away with something and not the other. Board of Directors also cannot pick and choose which rules they want to enforce and which ones they don’t.

If you do not follow these guidelines for every resident, you lose the ability to govern the community which may also lead to distrust. As a Board Member it is also your duty to help enforce these rules as well as abide by them yourself.

If these rules are not enforced uniformly you add the risk of lawsuits and other legal actions against the association.