On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | Jun 30, 2020 | Commercial Real Estate
If you own a piece of commercial property, you have a right to use that property. Nevertheless, you should be mindful of adverse possession, an old tenet of property law. Recently, a Massachusetts court held that routine lawn care may constitute adverse possession....
On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | Jun 18, 2020 | Commercial Real Estate
While current events may have changed how companies do business, business owners still need spaces to serve as a safe base of operations. You want to lease a commercial property, but you have no experience doing so. Can you be sure you do everything the right way?...
On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | Jun 18, 2020 | Commercial Real Estate
With commercial real estate, sellers do not have control over every variable. Any factors that sellers can control, they should take steps to not make more complicated than necessary. Forbes explores several common commercial real estate blunders sellers make. Learn...
On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | Jun 12, 2020 | Commercial Real Estate
Real estate has an extensive history as a great investment. You may have your sights set on a commercial real estate investment rather than a residential property. How prepared do you feel? To help, The Motley Fool’s Millionacres offers commercial real estate...
On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | May 18, 2020 | Commercial Real Estate
Developing property in Massachusetts for commercial purposes can lead to complex legal challenges. In addition to permits and zoning restrictions, there can be state laws and other factors to consider when purchasing property for commercial development. A developer or...
On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | May 5, 2020 | Commercial Real Estate
Paying rent on the space for your business is likely your most significant financial blow every month. If your business is going through some changes, or the location is simply not working out for you, you may want to consider exploring your options for moving on....
On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | Apr 17, 2020 | Commercial Real Estate
As you look to invest in commercial property for your business, you may see something called an easement in potential agreements. Or, maybe your business is near others and you’re looking for ways to share pieces of your property with one another. Now is a great time...
On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | Mar 30, 2020 | Commercial Real Estate
Whether you are looking to improve or build a home, or you are hoping to add a property to a vacant lot, the quality of the contract you establish may make a big difference in the protection of your business assets. Similarly, for contractors and vendors who...
On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | Mar 11, 2020 | Commercial Real Estate
Rising tides and increased flooding threaten coastal cities like Boston now more than ever. In 2018, the up-and-coming neighborhood of Seaport flooded with ocean water. By 2030, experts speculate a 50% chance that Boston will see 5-foot flooding, with that chance...
On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | Mar 10, 2020 | Commercial Real Estate
One of the highest financial burdens to a commercial property owner is property tax. Given the complex nature of evaluating property tax assessments, some property owners might find that they’re paying higher taxes than they should for their property. Challenging a...
