January 2009 Education for Board Members Evening Forums January 8 Protected Items: What are they? How do we keep them straight? 6:00 - 7:30 PM Forums are held at our Arvada Office 5610 Ward Road Suite 300 (1 mile north of I-70) Classes for Board Members February 18 Covenant Enforcement Process & Pitfalls 6:00 - 8:00 PM • Fort Collins Office Registration required. Click here to register   Past Issues View Newsletter Archive Search past issues of Community E-ssentials by keyword: Times Are Tough, Get Creative by Brian E. Martin, Esq. The economic crisis is undoubtedly impacting everyone.  Given the depth of the crisis, associations are forced to make very difficult decisions, get creative and get “more for less” in their day-to-day business.  Here are some creative solutions for your association to consider.  [FULL STORY]   Five Things You Need To Know About Transition by Trisha K. Harris, Esq. Transition from developer to owner control in a community association is one of the most critical phases in a community’s growth.  Before CCIOA (Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act), this process was often haphazard, informal, and an ongoing process.  If conducted properly, the transition will give the association the independence it needs to mature into a capable governing body.  Here is a list of five things you should know to help the process go smoothly. [FULL STORY]   What To Do With Uncollectible Debt by Jonah G. Hunt, Esq. What is uncollectible debt?  Can your association hope to collect its debt?  Should you write it off?  This article outlines what your association can do if it is confronted with "uncollectible debt." [FULL STORY]   Why An Association Needs Workers' Compensation Insurance by Elina B. Hindley, Esq. Did you know that if you do not have employees but utilize services from contractors, it is still recommended that such associations obtain a workers' compensation policy?   And, if an association has any employees, it is required to carry workers' compensation insurance?  This article discusses why associations are far better served by obtaining workers' compensation insurance policies rather than taking chances. [FULL STORY]   HindmanSanchez To learn more about HindmanSanchez's services, visit our website at www.hindmansanchez.com To contact us or to submit a question, email us at hoa.law@hindmansanchez.com To subscribe to this newsletter click here  To unsubscribe to Community E-ssentials, click here To subscribe to our legislative newsletter/blog www.hoalegislate.com click here HindmanSanchez respects the Web and the privacy of those who use it. To unsubscribe to Community E-ssentials, click here.    Published by HindmanSanchez P.C. Copyright © 2009 HindmanSanchez P.C.. All rights reserved. These materials have been prepared by HindmanSanchez P.C. for informational purposes only and are not legal advice. This information is not intended to create, and receipt of it does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Internet subscribers and online readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. Please do not send us confidential information until you speak with one of our attorneys and get authorization to send that information to us. If you wish to initiate possible representation, please contact one of our attorneys. Tell A Friend Additional Resources:  The Community Associations Institute (CAI) is a nonprofit organization that provides education and resources to community associations. To find out more about CAI visit www.caionline.org

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