A significant shift is on the horizon for real estate business owners in California. The newly signed law (Assembly Bill 12) by Governor Gavin Newsom could dramatically alter the scenario for property owners. This law reshapes the landscape around security deposits...
There’s always the possibility that a dispute could develop between a landlord and their renter. As a landlord, however, it’s in your best interest to learn to minimize (or stop) disputes before they happen. There is no one right way to prevent conflicts, but the...
When you make a deal with someone, you know that a written contract can help protect your interests – but some people believe that contracts are made to be broken. Generally speaking, when one party breaks a contract, the courts usually resolve the issue by ordering...
If you invested in property for your business, it has probably taken a lot of time, effort and money to get the property and any buildings on it as you want. The site and location will likely have become important to you, your customers and your employees, and being...
A trustee may, depending on the circumstances of a trust, have a very challenging job. They are responsible for administering a trust in accordance with the written instructions for the trust while also abiding by all relevant state and federal statutes. It is typical...
Due to its intangible nature, businesses tend to forget about culture when dealing with mergers and acquisitions. It is more common for companies to prioritize quantifiable metrics and immediate gains. Unlike financial and operational aspects, culture is not something...
In the world of business partnerships, it is not uncommon to share sensitive information with partners during the course of a partnership. While doing so, however, it’s vital to keep confidential data from the public and your competition. And this is where a...
There are many contexts in life where individuals and businesses don't have direct control over their money or other property. Instead, we trust another party to handle it for us. This party is often a professional, such as a financial advisor or stockbroker, who is...
Business formation is a lengthy and often stressful process. Entrepreneurs have to learn about the industry in which they hope to operate. They need to develop a business plan, and they will eventually need to secure funding for their concept. Everything from the...
As a business owner, contracts are essential since they operate as the framework for agreements and uphold mutual trust and responsibility. However, there are times when one side does not carry out the requirements outlined in the agreement. This is referred to as a...
