Frequently, commercial real estate litigation begins with a landlord’s concerns. Landlords may initiate legal proceedings to evict a tenant or collect unpaid rent. However, tenants also have protection under the law. They can ask the civil courts to enforce a lease if...
Business plans do not always work out as hoped. Those who succeed frequently experience many setbacks along the way. It’s often said that those who can change and adapt the quickest are more likely to survive in business than those who can’t. Staying lean and flexible...
When people own real estate together, it can sometimes lead to conflicts. One of the most common issues is when one person wants to sell the real estate and the other does not. Technically, in many joint ownership situations, cooperation is necessary. If two people...
In real estate and contract law, charging excessive interest on a loan is not just unfair, it may be unlawful. Transactions that involve usury can result in serious legal consequences, including invalidated contracts and financial penalties. Usury laws are meant to...
Imagine you’ve just taken out a loan to help you expand your real estate portfolio or cover unexpected expenses like repairs. At first, the monthly payments and interest rate seem manageable. However, after a few months, the interest keeps adding up faster than you...
Commercial real estate leases are complex documents. There’s no one-size-fits-all lease that you can download from a website that will serve your unique needs as a commercial real estate property owner. These leases need to be crafted carefully and generally...
Co-owning real property can be a convenient opportunity. People without enough income or liquid capital to purchase a property on their own may be able to qualify for financing or pool their resources for a cash purchase. Some people acquire real estate jointly...
Buying or investing in commercial real estate, even in a thriving city like Miami, comes with inherent risks. A bustling area of the city could turn into a ghost town in a matter of a few years. While no one can predict the future with certainty, with thorough...
Discussions of evictions often focus on residential properties. After all, stories about people losing their houses unexpectedly tend to tug at people's heartstrings. However, individuals looking for housing aren't the only people who sign leases. Those starting and...
Leasing commercial space is a significant commitment for any business, and you should not take it lightly. Beyond the long-term financial and legal obligations of a lease, you must also consider how it aligns with your business strategy. Given its importance to your...
