As an investor in commercial property, one of the most important aspects of your business is finding the right tenants. A sound commercial lease will generally be in the best interests of both parties. However, finding the right tenant is not as easy as it sounds. One...

You’ve had it with one of your tenants. Maybe they’re behind on their rent, and they’ve used up all of their excuses (and your good graces). Perhaps they’re destructive. Perhaps they’re simply unpleasant to deal with and complain about everything. Whatever the reason,...

If you’re leasing a commercial space, the lease agreement you have to sign is likely long, complex and filled with legalese. However, it’s crucial to understand what has been presented to you and to negotiate terms where you need to because this is the agreement...

In a homeowners’ association, anyone who buys a home becomes a part of the association immediately. As a member of the association, they need to meet the rules and regulations of the community. They need to pay dues, if dues are required, and will need to keep the...

When you sign a residential lease, you agree to stay there for a specific amount of time. What happens if you need to move out early? A lease agreement binds you to the place for a set period at an agreed price. The landlord cannot throw you out during that time...

Sometimes, leasing a property is in the best interests of your business. This is true especially for new businesses that do not have the upfront investment to purchase a property. Besides, it allows you the freedom to relocate conveniently when your business grows....

There are few things as frustrating for a landlord as a client who does not pay on time. While you may understand their situation, they need to understand yours. Your tenant may have lost their job or had a tough month, but you also have bills to pay. If you do not...

A seller’s disclosure is an important document. This is also known as a home disclosure and is a form that home sellers fill out prior to placing their home on the market. The disclosure’s purpose is to let people know if the home needs any kind of repair work...

Adverse possession relates to conditions that one party must meet in order to claim another person’s property as their own through continuous possession or use. An individual only has such a claim if specific legal requirements are met. The law relating to adverse...

Leases should protect everyone who signs them. Tenants have the protection of locking in a specific space for their needs and a specific rental rate. Landlords have the protection of knowing someone has to pay them for a specific amount of time so that they can budget...