Calendar of Events

May 7-28, 2013  Advanced Condominium Operation
May 11, 2013 Traverse City - "Overview of Condominium Association Management: The Legal Essentials & More"
May 15, 2013 UCOM - Solving the Assessment Collection Dilemma
TBA UCOM Seminar, Troy

Testimonials

Kay, you were phenomenal!!  You have such a great presence when speaking.

I knew that after being in your classes at the UCOM seminar, but last night you had people hanging on your words.

Thank you for always being there for us.

Carolyn Taylor, President  (September 2, 2012) 

Seminars



UCOM Seminar 2011

Advanced Condominium Operation

Advanced Condominium Operation is a four week course designed for all persons who are either interested in serving on aboard of directors of a condominium, cooperative or community association, as well as developers and managing agents who are assisting these boards. All attendees receive a complimentary copy of Robert Meisner’s booklet, Condominium Operation: Getting Started and Staying on the Right Track.

Dates: Tuesdays - May 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2013

Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Location:

Location:   Bingham III Office, 30200  Telegraph Rd., Suite 467, Bingham Farms

Cost:  The cost for the first person is $95, each additional person from the same association is $85

Brochure and registation form.


Introduction to Successful Condominium Operation

Operation is a four week course designed for all persons who are either interested in serving on a board of directors of a condominium, co-operative or community association, as well as developers and
managing agents who are assisting these boards. All attendees receive a complimentary copy of Robert Meisner’s booklet: Condominium Operation: Getting Started and Staying on the Right Track

Date:  TBA

Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Location:   Bingham III Office, 30200  Telegraph Rd., Suite 467, Bingham Farms

Cost:  The cost for the first person is $95, each additional person from the same association is $85

Brochure and registation form.


Overview of Condominium Association Management:  The Legal Essentials with Q&A  taught by Robert Meisner

Need-to-know information in a morning—designed for board members, managers, developers, and association members. Explore the many legal issues involved in the successful operation of an association. Get up-to-date information about potential liability issues and how to avoid problems before they arise, successful enforcement of association bylaws and handling violations of restrictions, fiduciary duties, collection of delinquent accounts, reserve accounts management, and dealing with and avoiding problems with the developer. You’ll also get tips on running successful board and membership meetings. Register two or more from the same association and get reduced pricing.

Next session Saturday, May 11, 2013; 9:00Am - 12:00 Noon

Northern Michigan College

Instructor: Robert Meisner
Cost: $89 per individual; code - 10740
($79 per person when two or more from the same organization enroll together)  code-10742

Brochure and registation form.



United Condominium Owners of Michigan Educational Series-2013

Date: Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Time: 6:00PM - 8:00PM

The Meisner Law Group, P.C.  30200 Telegraph Road, Suite 467, Bingham Farms, MI  48025-4506  

Solving the Assessment Collection Dilemma

Condominium assessessments are the LIFEBLOOD of the Association, without which a condominium cannot operate.  Attend this seminar conducted by a foremost expert, Robert M. Meisner, Esq., and learn how to successfully collect assessments in a challenging economy, including the recoupment of your costs and legal fees incurred in the collection process, and trumping the mortgage lener in the chase for priority.

Registration Deadline: May 13, 2013 Paypal or mail registration with payment to: UCOM, P.O. Box 838 • Troy, MI 48099–0838

Registration Form


Serious Legal Issues Affecting Condominium Associations, with Q&A. 

Now, more than ever, your Condominium Association is facing serious economic and legal issues that must be addressed effectively and with all deliberate speed. Hear how this can be accomplished at the May 16th Seminar.

Date:  TBA

Location: Bingham III Office, 30200  Telegraph Rd., Suite 467, Bingham Farms

Cost: $45 per person (ECOM Member)  $65 per peron (Non-member)

See attached flyer for more information

About the Seminars

Past Seminars and Events

Challenges Consumers Face in Buying, Owning and Selling a Condominium

  • Things that you should do before signing a Purchase Agreement to buy a condominium unit.  Learn what you can do to help ensure you are buying a well constructed, well maintained and properly managed Condominium. 
  • Things that you should do when living in a condominium project.  Learn how you can volunteer to help make your association and condominium project a great place to live.
  • Things that you should do when thinking about selling a condominium unit.

Housing Bureau for Seniors


Examing the Role of the Condominium CPA - "Understanding the Condominium Concept and its Financial Needs"

Learning Objectives:

  1. Basic Overview - The Michigan Condominum Concept: Financial Structure
  2. The Role of the Condominium CPA
  3. Statutory and FHA Financial Requirements: The Audit, Financial Statement, Annual Budget, Reserve Fund, Fidelity Bond
  4. How can the CPA help strengthen the financial vitality of the condominium association
Condomnium Documents and Liability
Taught by Robert Meisner

Over time laws and requirements change and documents need to be amended.  Learn about recent changes in FHA certification, alterations in laws, mortgage industry changes, trends and more.  You'll also explore document provisions to limit exposure to liability for directors and officers including insurance policies and indemnification. You'll find essential information to make your condo board volunteering more effective and enjoyable.

Dates and location to be announced