You have a great idea for a new business in your region. You researched the market, queried suppliers and located the perfect location for your new storefront. Before signing the lease, you may want a legal professional to review the contract. Florida commercial...
Real Estate Law
Important terms in commercial real estate leases
Most businesses need space to operate, and when they decide to settle on locations for their enterprises, they can either buy or rent their selected properties. In Florida, many businesses elect to rent space for their operations and when the do they enter into...
Capital Improvements: A Blueprint for Success Webinar Recording – Watch It Now!
On August 13, 2020, Henry B. Handler was a panelist for a webinar hosted by FirstService Residential. The webinar covers topics such as: capital improvements vs. preventative maintenance, reserve studies, and the new challenges created by COVID-19. The webinar...
What to consider when investing in commercial real estate
Investing in warehouses, office buildings and other commercial property located in Florida can be an effective way to strengthen your investment portfolio. However, it is important that you know and understand the potential risks of investing in commercial real estate...
How forthcoming should you be as a seller?
Ideally, you will inspect your Florida home prior to selling it to look for any obvious issues that it might have. For instance, if you see water stains, missing roof shingles or mold, you should let a buyer know about it. You may also want to tell buyers about any...
Could rezoning be the right option for your property?
Zoning regulations can be one of the greatest challengers that real estate owners and developers face when looking for new ways to use their property. When zoning regulations limit the size, scope or value of your real estate endeavors, can you rezone your property?...
What is a quiet title action?
For most people, buying or selling real estate represents the largest financial transaction they will ever pursue. Complicated by numerous layers and complex documents, the process can quickly become overwhelming. When there are potential disputes surrounding the...
Impending bankruptcies will impact commercial real estate
Businesses continue to struggle amidst the coronavirus pandemic. Even as economies reopen, many companies may not recover from the fallout. Many experts believe the U.S. will see a record number of bankruptcies in 2020. Experts anticipate several bankruptcies by...
Considerations for commercial landlords
Governor DeSantis announced in April that it would be illegal to foreclose on homes or evict residents unable to pay rent during the pandemic. It provided peace of mind to non-essential workers who were laid off, furloughed or unable to make rent. These protections...
Your construction contract matters – here is what it should include
If you want to avoid issues with the other party in a construction transaction, there are some hurdles you will need to cross and certain elements you and your legal party will want to look for in your contracts. Whether you are a construction contractor, a vendor or...

