Live/work spaces have become increasingly popular in recent years – particularly in cities like Los Angeles where real estate prices are among the highest in the country. However, it’s not really a new concept. People have lived above their stores, bars, restaurants and other businesses for centuries. Zoning laws, however, are much stricter than they […]

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A watertight commercial lease agreement is a must-have document for property and business owners alike. Being a legally binding agreement, a commercial lease needs to be accurately drafted within the California commercial rental property laws. In addition, it must be updated on a regular basis to ensure that landlord-tenant disputes are kept to a minimum. Understanding […]

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After identifying your business premises, you may want to sign the lease and secure the property immediately. However, it may not be the best way to go about things. Even if the landlord asks you to sign a standard agreement, it is in your best interests to refrain from signing any legally binding contract before […]

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A business partnership could last a lifetime or may only last for a few months before things turn sour. Whether you have spent decades running a business together and now have differing opinions about its future or you have just started the business and don’t work well together, you may need to buy out your […]

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There are numerous potential advantages of owning your own business, one of which is having the ability to choose who you partner with. However, this is not always a straightforward process.  At times, individuals may believe that going into business with someone they like personally could be the key to success. Nevertheless, a good personal […]

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An article published on The Business Journals’ L.A. Biz website just this week highlighted how demand for industrial real estate has recently reached all-time highest levels here in Los Angeles. That same report chronicles how vacancy rates have hit the lowest rates they’ve ever been. The trend in L.A.’s real estate market may have you wondering whether […]

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Owning a rental property is a great investment. However, it is not unusual for a landlord to get into a dispute with their tenant. A tenant may feel the landlord is too bossy or strict, while the landlord may discover that the tenant is anything but what they hoped they would be. Multiple factors can […]

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Last month, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two bills into law that are aimed at providing more housing in some areas in a state where demand often exceeds supply – by as much as 3.5 million units according to some estimates.  Both laws, which will increase housing density in some areas, have their critics. However, Senate […]

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When considering options for commercial spaces that suit your business needs, it is also important to contemplate possible complications. It is preferable to uncover any potential problems before entering an agreement, rather than further down the line. Often, negotiations over a commercial lease will run smoothly. However, on occasion, issues will arise that could potentially […]

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Leasing out commercial premises can bring in good money. Yet, if your lease agreement is not up to scratch, the cost to your tranquility and finances can leave you wishing you had never bothered. When you build property, you have a vision of how people will use it. To ensure that is what happens, you […]

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