As a business owner, you need to take great care when signing a commercial lease. While the right premises can provide a solid base for future success, the wrong lease terms can consign your business hopes to the scrap heap before you have started. Realize the...
Commercial Real Estate
Real estate investors buy gas stations, but is it a wise investment?
The COVID-19 pandemic led many people to stay home more than usual over the past year. Even this year fewer people are actually heading into the office — but office spaces were not the only form of real estate to feel the impact of the pandemic. Another portion of...
Florida remains a good bet for real estate investment opportunities
Large cities throughout the country continue to recover from the impact of the pandemic. Stay at home and quarantine orders hit small businesses hard, and cities were reeling from the economic impact of COVID-19. Some cities continue to struggle and push forwards,...
Overview of Condominiums and Cooperatives
Many people throughout Florida live in condominiums, and some may live in a real estate co-op. Both condominiums and co-ops give individuals and even small businesses a chance to enjoy some of the benefits of ownership, including equity, while still getting some of...
High-end commercial real estate still selling
Last year was a tough year for many industries, and Florida's commercial real estate was no exception. With many businesses closed, many employees working from home or out of work, it wasn't a great time for investors, developers, owners or just about anyone else...
How Will The Housing Market Change In 2021?
The choice to buy or sell your home is one of the most substantial financial decisions a person will make in their lifetime. Whether you're sizing up, buying a starter home, or changing locations, the market doesn't always meet your immediate needs. The past year's...
Real estate escrow deposits: What happens if I walk away?
Real estate transactions come with some risk. Sellers take a risk when they accept an offer. They are no longer talking to other potential buyers and could loose out on other options if the deal falls through. A seller often asks for a deposit to help mitigate this...
Are you ready for these hurdles in commercial real estate deals?
2020 is an interesting year for real estate deals. The real estate market is thriving, but the pandemic is causing some interesting and unexpected hurdles. The hurdles vary with the type of real estate transaction, but two specific problems to prepare for when dealing...
Three reasons to have an attorney review a commercial lease
Businesses interested in renting space are wise to review commercial lease contracts before signing the agreement. A failure to careful consider all the terms of the document could result in unexpected surprises in the future. Three examples to pay close attention to...
New bill could change real estate in Florida
Florida lawmakers are considering a proposal that would set limits on the ability of local governments to control housing prices. The bill specifically addresses the use of price ceilings to provide affordable housing. What led to the proposal? At the end of 2018,...
