Starting a nonprofit or charitable project is an exciting journey, full of potential to make a real impact. But it can also feel overwhelming when you hit the roadblocks of legal requirements and the process of securing tax-exempt status. It’s a lot to handle when all you want to do is focus on your mission. […]
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If you caught our last blog, you know the Washington state legislature recently passed Senate Bill 5796. This new bill includes several changes to the Washington Uniform Common Interest Ownership Act (WUCIOA), RCW 64.90. The most sweeping changes do not occur until 2028, when the associations operating under the Horizontal Property Regimes Act (RCW 64.32),
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In recent years, joint ventures (JVs) have become an increasingly popular strategy for nonprofits seeking to expand their reach or access new capital. For-profits also benefit by enhancing their marketing efforts and even rehabilitating their public image. For nonprofits, these partnerships come with significant legal and regulatory considerations, particularly regarding the maintenance of tax-exempt status
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Associations be warned. Washington Senate Bill (SB) 5796 just took effect in Washington state as of June 6, 2024. A change that affects homeowner’s associations, condominiums, and planned used developments alike. The two changes to be aware of are 1) the provisions in existing common interest ownership act have been amended, and 2) effective January
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Homeowners’ and community associations (“Associations”) play a pivotal role in managing the collective aspects of residential communities. The basic premise of an Association is this: the Association is funded by fees collected from homeowners, and in return are tasked with the responsibility of maintaining common areas, shared amenities, and enforcing rules decided by the community.
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On January 9, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor issued a final rule that will change how companies classify workers as employees or independent contractors, starting on March 11. Specifically, the Department of Labor’s rule states that workers are to be considered employees rather than when they are “economically dependent” on a company. Background This
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Introduction Nonprofit organizations governed by the Washington Revised Code (RCW) 24.03A, often grapple with the concept of membership as well as the members’ rights and responsibilities of members. While members play a crucial role in the governance of these organizations, there are situations where nonprofits may consider eliminating statutory membership. This blog will address why
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Yes, is the short answer. The long answer is yes if certain facts exist within your Homeowner Association (“HOA”) or other Community Association (both of these may be generally referred to as “Association”). The longest answer is that Washington state courts are likely to bind someone to unrecorded restrictions, rights, and obligations. Background The situations
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Welcome to our introduction on navigating the world of alcohol at events in Washington State. Whether you’re organizing a public fundraiser, a private soirée, or just curious about the ins and outs of serving alcohol, we’ve got you covered. Let’s break down the essentials in a friendly and easy-to-understand manner. Alcohol plays a significant role
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Homeowners’ Association (“HOA”) law is complex. Many homeowners have difficulty interpreting and understanding the laws and documents that apply to their HOA. Part of the difficulty of figuring out HOA law starts with determining which HOA law applies to you. There are five different revised code of Washington (“RCW”) statutes that could control your HOA.
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