Securing the right location is vital for businesses that serve consumers directly, such as restaurants and retailers, and for those that must maintain professional office space. But commercial leasing transactions are as likely as anything to have complications such...
As a business owner, one of your biggest concerns is likely your company’s bottom line. Your enterprise's viability is imperative, but it cannot come at the expense of proper compensation. By focusing on profitability above all else, you could run the risk of wage and...
Construction litigation is a serious concern for many home and business owners. Having these projects completed often requires that they put up a considerable sum of money. Unfortunately, they don't always go from start to finish seamlessly. Most people know to expect...
Buying a home is a major decision that comes with significant benefits and risks. Owning a home can help a person establish firm financial footing or bring financial disaster, if the transaction is not handled properly. Whether you are buying a home for the first time...
Dissolving a relationship with a business partner is not nearly as easy as simply firing an employee. Perhaps you both started the company together. Neither one of you is in a position of leadership over the other. You both have invested time, money, energy and...
Buying a home is a complex and often protracted process. You will need to scour the listings for a property that meets your family's needs and is in the right area. You also have to think about how much you will pay for the mortgage, as well as property taxes and...
You've performed the job, but the owner of the home has yet to pay you. You consider filing a mechanic's lien against the owner of the project because if you do, the owner won't be able to sell or refinance the property until the they pay the participating contractors...
Though verbal contracts are still legal, the days of doing business on a handshake are mostly behind us. In today’s uncertain world, a well-drafted contract can protect you in case a dispute arises.In order to provide protection, a contract has to be...
For many people, purchasing a home is a rite of passage. And while you probably did not know much about real estate when you bought your first house, you inevitably learned a lot through the process.When it comes time to sell your home, you have another learning curve...
Forming a partnership can be a great business opportunity. You have a partner to bounce ideas off, and you can utilize your partner’s business strengths. It is also less pressure when starting a business, since you know you are not going it alone.Setting up a...
