On behalf of Goodkin APC | Jul 30, 2016 | investment partnerships
A partnership is the foundation of many California businesses. In order for those collaborations to be successful for all involved, Forbes offers some advice about what makes for strong partnerships in business. While there are millions of kinds of businesses,...
On behalf of Goodkin APC | Jul 28, 2016 | local ordinances
The sharing economy is a double-edged sword, creating both opportunities and issues. The recent agreement between Los Angeles and Airbnb on the collection of lodging taxes on short-term housing rentals (STRs) is a case in point. In this post, we will update you on...
On behalf of Goodkin APC | Jul 21, 2016 | commercial leases
The real estate market in Southern California is enjoying healthy growth. That much is obvious given the number of cranes that are seen on a given day and how many more companies are vying for new and upgraded spaces. We noted in our last post how toy maker Hasbro...
On behalf of Goodkin APC | Jul 21, 2016 | commercial leases
In a prior post, we noted how the commercial real estate market was expected to be strong through 2018, thanks to several positive economic factors. They include a strong job market, low interest rates and dwindling vacancies. The Los Angeles Times recently reported...
On behalf of Goodkin APC | Jul 5, 2016 | real estate litigation
Many people in Los Angeles dream of living in a gated community where privacy and security suggest an almost idyllic quality of life. However, purchasing a home in a private community — such as a condominium, in a retirement neighborhood or a vacation timeshare...
On behalf of Goodkin APC | Jul 4, 2016 | investment partnerships
The next time you go through the theatre district in Los Angeles and see a retail store in its place, you are not lost or hallucinating. It is the sign of the times when it comes to real estate. Essentially, developers have become very creative when it comes to making...
On behalf of Goodkin APC | Jul 1, 2016 | commercial leases
Overall, commercial real estate has been on the upswing for seven years, both nationally and in Southern California. The end of the Great Recession brought a bull market, with rising rents for commercial property. Experts are now uncertain whether this can continue....
