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An Overview of the Due Diligence Period in a Commercial Real Estate Transaction
If you’re in the middle of a commercial real estate transaction, there are a lot of things you need to do. One of these things is called due diligence, and it is an essential and comprehensive stage of any commercial real estate transaction. It’s actually so important...
Understanding the Difference Between Copyrights and Trademarks
Intellectual property (IP) encompasses some of your business’ most valuable assets. From patents and trade secrets to copyrights and trademarks, there are several different categories that your IP can fall under, and it’s important that you are familiar with them all....
A Quick Guide to Real Estate Deeds
The process of buying and selling real estate is complex and can be daunting for everyone, particularly for those who are dealing with their first transaction. It can get confusing because there are a lot of things you need to be aware of during the process, both for...
Starting a Business: The Importance of a Strong Operating/Shareholder’s Agreement
If you’re in the process of starting a business, then you already know that there are a lot of things you have to think about. From figuring out the type of entity to use to working harmoniously with your partners and raising funds, it’s easy to want to skip the...
Buying a Home? Caveat Emptor!
So, you’ve found your dream house, in your favorite neighborhood, nearest to your favorite pizza joint. And, most importantly, it’s in your budget. Long story short - you’ve fallen in love with the house and all you can picture is you in that house, floating in the...
Negotiating a Commercial Lease? Follow These 5 Tips for Better Success!
Leasing a piece of property can be a stressful process particularly if you are trying to find the right space for your business. A lot of people think that there isn’t any room for negotiating rent, particularly when the landlord is the one calling all the shots....
My General Counsel® – The Business Owner’s Way of Lawyering Up!
Typically, small to mid-size businesses deal with legal challenges as they arise, rather than working to avoid them in the first place. In other words, they move forward with contracts without any legal representation whatsoever. Enter into partnerships without the...
Mediation vs. Litigation: The Pros and Cons
If you find yourself facing a legal dispute of any kind, then you’re sure to want to have it resolved as quickly and positively as possible. Unfortunately, there are many reasons why a legal dispute can go nowhere fast, turning more adversarial and more expensive by...
What to Expect at a Residential Real Estate Closing
So you’ve finally made it to the end of the road in your real estate transaction - The Closing … Congratulations! You’re so close to completing your sale or purchase, and it’s nearly time to celebrate. But, before you get too comfortable, there are a few things you...
5 Reasons Why You Need an Experienced Real Estate Attorney for Your Real Estate Transactions
If you’re planning to buy or sell real estate, you probably already know that there are going to be many things that need to be considered. From deciding what type of property to buy, to figuring out how to get make an offer or review one, obtain a loan, and conduct...
Real Estate Encumbrances and What They Mean for Your Transaction
An encumbrance is really just a fancy word for a burden or restriction on a piece of real estate. Essentially, it means any liability, claim, or limitation that exists against piece of real estate that can restrict the owner’s ability to transfer the title of the...
The Three Most Important Documents Needed for the Transfer of Real Property
If you live in Florida and are planning to enter into a real estate transaction, the law requires you to do several things before you can close your deal. These requirements include providing certain documents at or before closing. Although there are not a lot of...