Working from Home or Staying in the Office?
With email and chat, video conferences and whiteboards, a growing freelance workforce, and countless cloud-based collaboration tools, it’s easy to conclude that working from home leads to higher productivity. But, is this really the case? If working from home is more productive, then why don’t companies just get rid of their office spaces and save…
Why Landlords Should Consider Continuous Operations Clauses
NYC-based boutique law firm Pardalis & Nohavicka brings the latest legal updates from the world of real estate to PropertyShark. Pardalis & Nohavicka handles an eclectic array of matters, representing individuals and business owners in civil litigation, criminal cases and business transactions, currently litigating and representing clients throughout the United States and around the world. With the holiday season in full…
The Different Types Of Office Leases
Commercial office space is normally leased for terms of 5, 10, 15 years, and sometimes more. So, it’s important for business owners to understand the terms and conditions—and the potentially hidden costs and restrictions—of the lease before signing on the dotted line, and keep them in mind when looking for space. In this article we…
Commercial Real Estate Financing Explained
Key takeaways CRE loans tend to be more flex and offer more options than non-commercial loans like shorter terms and a variety of payment options There’s a variety of commercial financing depending on the asset type and the investment strategy Get familiar with financial metrics used by lenders to evaluate commercial properties like LTV and the…
Securing Space in NYC: Security Deposits & Down Payments
NYC-based boutique law firm Pardalis & Nohavicka brings the latest legal updates from the world of real estate to PropertyShark. Pardalis & Nohavicka handles an eclectic array of matters, representing individuals and business owners in civil litigation, criminal cases and business transactions, currently litigating and representing clients throughout the United States and around the world. When looking to rent or purchase…
16 Things to Consider When Leasing Office Space
One of the most exciting things about running a business is moving into a new office, and it’s an important milestone that can help your business grow and prosper. However, choosing the wrong office lease can stop your growing business in its tracks, regardless if you’re in Los Angeles or New York City. To avoid…
30 Key Office Leasing Terms You Need to Know
Negotiating a commercial office lease can be complicated; it’s sort of like trying to read a prescription from your doctor. There are abbreviations, jargon, and words that commercial real estate (CRE) professionals use every day, and they assume you know what everything means. To make things even trickier, the exact same term can mean different…
Are NYC Pieds-a-Terre Facing Additional Taxation?
NYC-based boutique law firm Pardalis & Nohavicka brings the latest legal updates from the world of real estate to PropertyShark. Pardalis & Nohavicka handles an eclectic array of matters, representing individuals and business owners in civil litigation, criminal cases and business transactions, currently litigating and representing clients throughout the United States and around the world. New York City is always looking…
Purchasing Real Estate Under an LLC: No Longer an Option?
NYC-based boutique law firm Pardalis & Nohavicka brings the latest legal updates from the world of real estate to PropertyShark. Pardalis & Nohavicka handles an eclectic array of matters, representing individuals and business owners in civil litigation, criminal cases and business transactions, currently litigating and representing clients throughout the United States and around the world. The New York City real estate…
Due Diligence for NYC Buyers: 6 Items to Review Before a Purchase
NYC-based boutique law firm Pardalis & Nohavicka brings the latest legal updates from the world of real estate to PropertyShark. Pardalis & Nohavicka handles an eclectic array of matters, representing individuals and business owners in civil litigation, criminal cases and business transactions, currently litigating and representing clients throughout the United States and around the world. It can take buyers a long…
Understanding New York’s Foreclosure Process
NYC-based boutique law firm Pardalis & Nohavicka brings the latest legal updates from the world of real estate to PropertyShark. Pardalis & Nohavicka handles an eclectic array of matters, representing individuals and business owners in civil litigation, criminal cases and business transactions, currently litigating and representing clients throughout the United States and around the world. The foreclosure process can be daunting…
The Broker’s Guide to Social Media: Beware of Antitrust Violations
NYC-based boutique law firm Pardalis & Nohavicka brings the latest legal updates from the world of real estate to PropertyShark. Pardalis & Nohavicka handles an eclectic array of matters, representing individuals and business owners in civil litigation, criminal cases and business transactions, currently litigating and representing clients throughout the United States and around the world. When the average American homebuyer or…
Is Anyone Really Benefiting from the 2019 Rent Regulation Laws?
NYC-based boutique law firm Pardalis & Nohavicka brings the latest legal updates from the world of real estate to PropertyShark. Pardalis & Nohavicka handles an eclectic array of matters, representing individuals and business owners in civil litigation, criminal cases and business transactions, currently litigating and representing clients throughout the United States and around the world. According to the New York City…
Yardi Breeze Makes Property Management Refreshingly Simple
Let’s face it. Managing your real estate portfolio can be complicated. Until recently, some property managers with small portfolios have felt overlooked by real estate software companies whose job it is to make portfolio management easier. That’s because most property management tools focus on larger markets. Yardi knows that not every manager needs the full…
Fixtures & Equipment: Taking Everything, Even The Kitchen Sink
NYC-based boutique law firm Pardalis & Nohavicka brings the latest legal updates from the world of real estate to PropertyShark. Pardalis & Nohavicka handles an eclectic array of matters, representing individuals and business owners in civil litigation, criminal cases and business transactions, currently litigating and representing clients throughout the United States and around the world. The kitchen sink has been the…
1031 Exchange Vs. Qualified Opportunity Zones
NYC-based boutique law firm Pardalis & Nohavicka brings the latest legal updates from the world of real estate to PropertyShark. Pardalis & Nohavicka handles an eclectic array of matters, representing individuals and business owners in civil litigation, criminal cases and business transactions, currently litigating and representing clients throughout the United States and around the world. Everyone is always looking to save…
A Comprehensive Guide to Investing in Physical Real Estate Versus Other Types of Real Estate Investments (REITs, REIGs, Private Notes & More)
Editor’s Note: This article was updated on July 13, 2023. Investing in real estate is a time-tested strategy for building wealth and generating passive income that also represents a more secure and resistant investment avenue than stocks, for example. But, getting started in the diverse landscape of real estate investment types can be overwhelming for…
Rent Stabilization Laws Expiring This June – What to Expect
NYC-based boutique law firm Pardalis & Nohavicka brings the latest legal updates from the world of real estate to PropertyShark. Pardalis & Nohavicka handles an eclectic array of matters, representing individuals and business owners in civil litigation, criminal cases and business transactions, currently litigating and representing clients throughout the United States and around the world. With summer approaching, thoughts of beach…
Key Terms for Real Estate Investing
Before you head out to buy your first property, there’s some important terms and concepts to familiarize yourself with. Equity is the amount of ownership you have in the property. If you purchased a house with 20% down and took a mortgage for the rest, your ownership equity would be 20% initially. As you pay…
Breaking Through the Roadblocks of Real Estate Investing
There are many reasons why people think they can’t invest. The media only focuses on the 1% and how the middle and lower classes are drowning in debt. There are very few reasons keeping you from investing. Some roadblocks are bigger than others, and it may not be easy. They take imagination and sacrifice to…
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