Common Interest Realty Associations

A Business Advisor for CIRAs

Community association boards carry significant financial responsibility. As volunteer leaders, often without formal financial training, they are entrusted with managing budgets and making decisions that affect the long-term strength of their communities. Common interest realty associations require sound professional guidance to manage these responsibilities and mitigate the risks associated with them. At Brown Edwards, we understand the unique financial and operational challenges community associations face, and we provide the expert support boards need to meet their fiduciary obligations with confidence.

Our expertise includes association-specific accounting practices, assurance services to meet governing document reporting requirements, internal control considerations, tax planning and compliance, and the practical day-to-day needs of boards, treasurers, and community managers.

Our specialized community association team has served more than 1,000 associations annually, bringing specialized knowledge, practical solutions, and trusted advice to communities of every size, structure, and level of complexity. For nearly 40 years, we have been committed to serving as a trusted advisor—helping boards and managers make informed decisions, strengthen financial oversight, and support the communities they serve.

Who We Serve

Homeowners'
Associations

Condominium Associations

Commercial Real Estate Associations

Master Associations

Residential Resort Associations

Mixed-Use Associations

Our Commitment to the Community Association Industry

Experience That Sets Us Apart

Working with over 1,000 associations each year has given us deep insight into best practices and emerging issues in community association operations. Our team has performed thousands of financial statement audits and prepared more than 15,000 tax returns for common interest realty associations. We leverage this knowledge to provide practical, efficient solutions tailored to each association’s specific needs.

Our team’s dedication to the association industry is reflected in our long-standing involvement with our local chapter of the Community Associations Institute (CAI), our leadership within the industry, and our commitment to delivering responsive, knowledgeable service that helps communities operate effectively.

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❝The staff is knowledgeable, friendly and always professional. I have confidence in the work that they do.❞
Allison Shumate
Office Manager, Nicewonder

Solutions for CIRAs

Audit & Assurance

Tax Planning & Strategy

Compilation & Review

Special Procedure Engagements

Partner with our Community Associations Team

Partner, CIRA Practice Leader

David DesRoches, CPA

David is a Partner in our Virginia Beach office with more than 38 years of public accounting experience and serves as the firm's Common Interest Realty Association (CIRA) niche leader. He has worked with hundreds of condominium and homeowner associations, providing audit, financial reporting, tax, and consulting services tailored to community associations. A recognized leader in the industry, David has held multiple leadership roles with the Southeastern Virginia Chapter of the Community Associations Institute (CAI), earned numerous service and speaking awards, and was inducted into the chapter's Hall of Fame.

Becky Gehl, CPA

Partner

Becky Gehl, CPA

Partner

Katie Mocnik, CPA, CFE

Partner

Katie Mocnik, CPA, CFE

Partner

Melissa Stanley, CPA

Partner

Melissa Stanley, CPA

Partner

Ready to Strengthen Your Community’s Financial Foundation?

Whether your association needs an audit, review, compilation, or tax guidance, our team is ready to help.

Contact

Our Community Associations Team

Brown Edwards Certified Public Accountants

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