Owning and leasing commercial property can be profitable and rewarding, or a mental and financial drain. Lessors and real estate investors know that, when done correctly, a commercial rental property can offer significant opportunities for cash flow and long-term appreciation. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a first-time lessor of a commercial property, it […]
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Real Estate Matter/Object Lessons
A friend’s son came to see us for help in dealing with his commercial landlord. Our client had spent over six figures renovating hotel rooms and raising the revenue from zero to a substantial sum. After he completed his renovations and brought the hotel to profitability, the landlord gave him a thirty-day notice to quit. […]
Read more...Why You Need a Commercial Real Estate Lawyer
Whether you are entering into your first commercial real estate transaction, or are an experienced real estate developer, it is important to consult with a qualified commercial real estate attorney for guidance prior to signing a contract. Most especially in California, what can initially seem like a fairly simple transaction can be filled with hidden […]
Read more...Marnie Cody on Dealing with Regulators
Marnie Cody is a partner in Hamlin | Cody, a California law firm. Marnie has been practicing out of home law since 1990. She has represented many billboard companies in real estate and land use matters and condemnation proceedings. She likewise advises real estate developers about out of home law. Insider talked with Cody on […]
Read more...Women in Billboard Law
Billboard law is a unique practice area. The history of out of home advertising and the existence of billboards has traveled a long and winding road beginning with what some recall as the wide-open unregulated way to what now seems like a roadblock at every turn. From a real estate perspective, building, maintaining and operating […]
Read more...How Do I Know If I Need a Living Trust?
When people think about estate planning, the first thing that comes to mind is a last will and testament. While this document is useful for communicating your final wishes regarding the disposition of property, it may not be enough. A will can be sufficient for a smaller estate, or one without any unique circumstances. But […]
Read more...Timing is Everything
So often we see people spend time, effort and money on a commercial real estate project after a problem arises. The truth is, some tend to try and do a transaction themselves to save money. They may think that the project is straightforward and doesn’t merit attorney involvement, or they just really don’t have the […]
Read more...Why Consider Mediation?
None of us ever plan to be involved in a business or real estate dispute. These problems can be stressful, time-consuming and costly. In the heat of the moment, some may think that the only answer is to head to court for litigation. In many cases, however, mediation can provide a simpler and more cost-effective […]
Read more...The Importance of Funding Your Trust
If you have already created an estate plan, you may have happily filed the documents away for safekeeping. You may have thought that your estate plan was complete, and you don’t need to think about it anymore. The truth is, this is only part of the estate planning process. The final step is to fund […]
Read more...A Word About Customer Service
Let’s face it, customer service isn’t what it used to be. No matter if you are at the gas pump or driving through a fast food restaurant, it seems that everything now is DIY and move along. If you find that you need customer service, you may be out of luck. These days, most businesses […]
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