Commercial Real Estate Loans – Due Diligence 101
Lenders making commercial real estate loans in the Chicago market face harsh competition in terms and pricing and often have
Q&A: 1031 Exchange
Last December, the “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” was signed into law. 1031 exchanges are still alive and well and
Is That Restrictive Covenant Enforceable?
When and how can a current owner of real property control the future use of that property? An
Deciphering the Alphabet Soup of Entities
S CORP, C CORP, LLC, LP, LLP, GP – what do all these abbreviations mean for you and your business?
Getting the Most Out of Lease Negotiations
As vacancy rates for commercial office space continue to decrease, many businesses lose substantial bargaining power when negotiating a new
Should I Purchase a Property Subject to IRS Tax Lien?
Considering buying a property subject to an IRS tax lien at judicial sale? Before you bid, you should confirm whether
Which Survey Is Right For Me ?
Property owners, lenders and title companies frequently rely on surveys to evaluate potential risks and benefits in connection with real
To License or To Lease?
There may be situations where commercial property owners can eliminate the traditional landlord-tenant relationship by using license agreements instead of
Case Study: Whose Property Is It?
ABC Corp. is contemplating selling its commercial warehouse property. ABC Corp. is concerned that a portion of its property may
When Should Lenders Require Landlord’s Waivers?
Landlord’s Waivers are often required by lenders in connection with business loans. When a substantial portion of loan proceeds