Office buildings often make a good choice for those trying to invest in commercial real estate. But since there are so many different types of these buildings, it is important for investors to know what they are buying first. This is where building classes come in....
Year: 2022
The pros and cons for absentee commercial property owners
Many owners of commercial real estate properties in Boston and elsewhere do not reside anywhere near the property. This holds true for apartment buildings, office space and warehousing properties. This financial arrangement holds both benefits and dangers for these...
How can you limit vacancies?
One way to earn money is through commercial real estate investment, a unique way to add to one's assets and repertoire. The right tenants and strategies can make all of the difference between a flop and a profitable venture. Vacancies prove one of the hardest periods...
Competitor disputes: What you should know
The American economy allows small businesses and large corporations alike to compete in an industry where the consumer can choose which brand or product they would like to use. Situations may arise, however, that place you in a head-to-head dispute with a competitor...
Common commercial lease violations
There are significant differences between commercial and residential leases. Therefore, landlords must handle violations and evictions differently. Tenants can breach a lease agreement in several ways, and the damages are often costly. Breaching the commercial lease...
What red flags should you look out for in a commercial lease?
Once you sign a commercial lease in Massachusetts, you may find yourself committed to the space for quite some time. Commercial leases often bind you to a particular rental property longer than a residential lease would, so it is important that you do your due...
How long do letters rogatory take to execute?
Sometimes legal cases transcend the borders of the United States and involve individuals and jurisdictions in other countries. If you have a case where you need a foreign court to implement an action in your case, like helping you obtain discovery, you may draft...
Business owners need to understand zoning laws
Before business owners rent or purchase a commercial property, they should consider the zoning code of their desired area. Zoning categories may restrict the activities people can perform in their buildings. FindLaw says that cities establish zoning codes to explain...
4 issues to consider if you wish to purchase an older home
In and around the Boston area, you can find a wide variety of older homes for sale. You might admire a home built in 1940 or an estate from 1870. If you have the opportunity to purchase an older home, or even a historic property, here are four issues to consider. 1....
Commercial real estate trends for 2022
After 2021’s market rebound, Massachusetts investors expect to find opportunities in commercial properties. As reported by the Boston Globe, trends that may continue in 2022 include sales and rentals of single-family homes. Data compiled by CoreLogic found that...

