Commitments and Contingencies

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Commitments and Contingencies [Abstract]

Commitments and Contingencies

Note U -  Commitments and Contingencies

We are involved in various pending litigation matters primarily arising in the normal course of our business. These cases are in various procedural stages. Although the outcome of these matters cannot be determined, AV Homes believes it is probable in accordance with ASC 450-20, Loss Contingencies , that certain claims may result in costs and expenses estimated at approximately $61 and $275, which have been accrued in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets as of September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively . Liabilities or costs arising out of these and other currently pending litigation is not expected to have a material adverse effect on our business, consolidated financial position or results of operations.

Performance bonds, issued by third party entities, are used primarily to guarantee our performance to construct improvements in our various communities. As of September 30, 2012, we had outstanding performance bonds of approximately $730. We do not believe that it is likely any of these outstanding performance bonds will be drawn upon.