by Natalka Falcomer | Feb 8, 2017 | Advice for Agents, Featured
The legal marijuana business is booming and landlords are taking notice because these businesses have a solid cash flow and are able to pay a premium in rent. Too good to be true? Of course! Unless the following critical steps are taken to avoid risk. Important:...
by Natalka Falcomer | Jan 4, 2017 | Columnists, Featured, Legal Issues
You’ve signed a contract with your client to represent him for the sale of his building. The agreement states that you’ll be paid a two per cent commission upon sale of the building. You begin working and marketing the property. Given your close interaction with your...
by Natalka Falcomer | Dec 15, 2016 | Advice for Agents
A large source of landlord and tenant conflict stems from the Operating Costs clause; a critical clause that is used to determine how much Additional Rent is charged to the tenant. This clause is brutal to read and causes confusion. The common solution: ignore it and...
by Natalka Falcomer | Nov 8, 2016 | Advice for Agents
You come across this in an offer: Section 5. Tenant to Discharge Liens Tenant shall […] do all things necessary to prevent a lien attaching to the Lands or Building and should any such lien be made […] Tenant shall discharge or vacate such lien immediately. If Tenant...
by Natalka Falcomer | Oct 11, 2016 | Advice for Agents, Featured, Legal Issues
Q: What’s the biggest fear most professionals have? A: Getting sued by a client. We all fear lawsuits because of what a lawsuit implies: Poor customer service; lack of knowledge; and overall failure to do what’s right and ethical. Q: What’s a growing trend? A: Clients...
