When some Orange County entrepreneurs consider starting a business, they look to franchises. Since much of the business is already established, it allows for certain guarantees when it comes to the success of the business. In some ways, this also makes a franchisee a...
Month: June 2018
Construction project contracts: change orders
So, you are contractor with a contract, the scope of work is defined, the price is set. You created an itemized list in your scope of work to help you get a better sense of the project’s cost and help you manage the expectations of your customer. Assuming you...
New Warning Requirements for Tenants and Landlords Beginning August 30, 2108
You might not know what where it comes from, but you certainly recognize the ubiquitous sign: Detectable amount of chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm may be found in and around this facility....
Construction project contracts: change orders
So, you are contractor with a contract, the scope of work is defined, the price is set. You created an itemized list in your scope of work to help you get a better sense of the project's cost and help you manage the expectations of your customer. Assuming you did...
Saving a landmark with a new development could be the answer
Even as young as the state of California may be when compared to other parts of the country, it still has its landmarks. Preserving them does not need to get in the way of progress, however. It may be possible to save a landmark with a new development nearby or on the...
Tips to get the most of out of a commercial lease
Shopping around for rental space here in Orange County may be a frustrating process. Finding a space that suits your needs at a reasonable price may seem like an insurmountable task. However, there are ways to get the most out of a commercial lease for a property that...
Embracing change may be key to surviving the ‘retail apocalypse’
The simple fact is that consumers shop differently now than they did prior to the explosion of online shopping. Previously, they went to malls and shopping centers for their retail needs, but now, many people sit at home, order from their electronic devices and wait...