Membership Dues Structure
Apartment Community
Regular membership dues for apartment communities are:
- Under 50 units – $50 + $2.25 per unit, per year
- 50 units and over – $2.25 per unit, per year
- and $50.00 for a one-time application/processing fee
Management Company/Owner Member
Management Company/Owner membership dues are $250.00 per year and $50.00 for a one-time application/processing fee.
Supplier/Vendor Member
Supplier/Vendor membership dues are $450.00 per year and $50.00 for a one-time application/processing fee.
Upon receiving and processing the completed application, your dues and processing fee will be invoiced to the billing address listed on your application.
The percentage of CAA/NAA dues that will be non-deductible for income tax purposes in 2023 is 25%. This percentage is calculated using the total amount of dues NAA receives from members and the total amount that is expended on lobbying. The amount that NAA expends on lobbying includes the partnership contribution for the National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC), and how that money is expended by NMHC.
Payment Information
Payments are accepted online, via the payment link on your invoice. Accepted forms of payment are: credit, debit and bank transfer.
Payments can also be mailed to:
Membership Benefits
AFFILIATED SERVICES
When you join the CAA, you automatically become a member of the Tennessee Apartment Association (TNAA) and the National Apartment Association (NAA). Your membership with CAA / TNAA gives you the opportunity to participate in the annual TN Day on the Hill and Business Exchange.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH/INVOLVEMENT
We have a commitment to assist the needs of our community through a variety of different avenues.
EDUCATION
The CAA plays a key role in providing continuing education for apartment professionals. Programs include both specialized courses and structured curriculum designed to result in industry designations of proficiency.
EVENTS
Our meetings are a great education and networking opportunity for members. These are also a great sponsorship opportunity for associate/vendor members. Large annual events include a Trade Show and Awards Gala.
GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS/ADVOCACY
Local, County, State and National industry issues are monitored. Proactive approach to promote, defend or mitigate legislative or regulatory actions.
JOB POSTINGS
The CAA will post your open positions to our website and our social media pages for maximum exposure in the Chattanooga area ($50/posting).
MEMBERSHIP LISTS
As a member of the association, you have full access to contact information for all our participating management companies, apartment communities, and associate/vendor members.
NAA CLICK & LEASE FORMS (Powered by Blue Moon)
Authorized re-seller of the most widely accepted standard of legal documents in the industry (Blue Moon). This includes student-housing lease forms and more.
NETWORKING
Build your business at events and other networking opportunities throughout the year.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
In addition to committees, programs and special events, being part of the association helps build solid relationships and long-term friendships with others in the industry.
SPONSORSHIP/MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES
CAA members have several opportunities to market their business to decision makers in the rental housing industry through event sponsorships.