Real Estate

Whether you are a commercial landlord who is renting a property out to a tenant or a tenant who is renting or leasing property for their new business, you need to understand every single part of that lease agreement. It defines how this relationship will work and all...

You might think it is easy to start building your real estate, but local and federal governments ask that you have permits before you build. These permits do more than check a few boxes on forms for the government. They can also help protect your financial investment...

When you’re in business for yourself, there’s a lot to protect. If you’ve managed to secure a good location that’s right for your needs and convenient for your customer base, it can really hurt to suddenly be uprooted because your landlord decides to sell. That’s why...

If you’re leasing commercial space for your business for the first time – or even if you’re not a complete novice at this – you probably have far less experience with lease agreements than the property owner who’s presenting the contract to you does. These are...

Looking for the perfect place to lease can be a frustrating affair. Your needs may be particular, and landing the ideal spot can take time. However, when you find the premises that meet your specifications, do not rush into signing the lease agreement. Given that you...

Buying commercial real estate comes with a degree of financial risk, but do not let that stop you from making a purchase. Owning commercial real estate opens many doors that can provide you with a lucrative income. Commercial properties are in high demand across all...

Investing in commercial real estate can be highly lucrative. Yet, if things do not work out as you hoped, it can be a surefire way to burn through millions of dollars. The key to ensuring your investments are profitable lies in the groundwork. While there is never a...

Finding the right commercial space to lease out may feel exceedingly difficult. When you finally do locate it, you may quickly sign a multi-year lease just so that you can get started.  But what if a space turns out to be less perfect than you assumed? You know that...

If you’re purchasing your first commercial property, you’re likely wondering how similar the closing process is to closing on a home. In fact, there are a lot of differences. They both have their share of regulatory requirements, but not the same ones.  Transactions...

If you are a business person and you want to buy commercial real estate in Hawai’i -- a new, architecturally impressive site for your offices or a larger building for your retail operation-- it’s a great move to enhance your brand. However, it’s best to do some...