You found the perfect location for your business, retail store or office, and you are ready to sign the lease! Unlike residential leases, which usually have a 1-year term, a […]
Continue reading…Federal Tax Reform Bill May Greatly Impact Commercial Real Estate
After a recent federal tax reform bill was approved, many are concerned with the law’s disproportionately negative impact on tax-heavy states, and the incentive for residents of such states to […]
Continue reading…What is a “Good Guy” Guaranty?
A commercial landlord will want protections in the event that the tenant fails to pay the rent or otherwise breaches the lease. A landlord can obtain such protection by reviewing […]
Continue reading…What is a Mechanic’s Lean on my Real Property?
The law recognizes many types of liens on Real Property. A lien is a claim or a means for enforcing the obligations of the owner of real property to pay […]
Continue reading…What is an SNDA and Why is my Landlord’s Lender asking me to Sign it?
As a condition of a mortgage loan, a lender may require that the borrower (or landlord) obtain a signed Subordination, Non-Disturbance and Attornment Agreement (SNDA) from the tenants. A SNDA […]
Continue reading…What is the Difference Between a Commercial Lease and a License to Occupy Business Space?
When one party agrees to let another party use its business space, they must agree on the terms of use, the fee, the term and how the occupancy will come […]
Continue reading…What is Title Insurance?
A new home is often the biggest financial investment for many individuals and families. With the down payment and all the costs of closing on a home, a buyer may […]
Continue reading…What You Should Know About A Brokerage Agreement Before You Sell Your House
When engaging a realtor to list a home, the realtor will ask a seller to sign a listing agreement which will detail the broker arrangement and the terms of paying […]
Continue reading…What You Should Know About a Brokerage Agreement for the Lease of Commercial Space
A landlord and a broker typically enter into a brokerage agreement in connection with the leasing of commercial space. The best way to protect your interests is to consult an […]
Continue reading…What You Should Know Before You SIgn a Co-Working Space Agreement
Co-working is a popular, flexible work style for sharing a workspace and reducing overhead costs for the users. Users can choose an unassigned seat at a desk or a more […]
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