​​​​​​​USALI 12 Is Here — Are Your Reports Ready?

USALI 12 Is Here — Are Your Reports Ready?

System updates aren’t fun, but staying current is essential. The 12th Edition of USALI is rolling out, and while the compliance deadline (January 1^st, 2026) is still months away, the changes are already making waves.

What’s Changing?

• New schedules for FTE, Brand & Operator Costs, All-Inclusive properties, and EWW
• More detailed labor and fee breakdowns
• Updated reporting for resort fees, loyalty programs, and executive lounges
• And more…

Why It Matters:
Lenders, ownership groups, and stakeholders are already adjusting expectations. Even if you’re not signing off on the COA, you need to know what it should look like.

Where to Start:
We’ve gathered trusted resources to help you stay ahead:

From HFTP (Official Standard):

• USALI 12 Book
• USALI 12 FAQs

From M3:

• Live Webinar: The Invisible Standard – Sept. 10th @ 1:00 PM EST
• Financial Report Updates
• C.O.A Changes

M3 customers are responsible for their own financial compliance. M3 provides educational resources and tools designed to support alignment with the 12th edition of the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry. For official guidance and definitions, visit HFTP.org.