When purchasing a piece of property here in Orange County, the parties must undergo a significant amount of due diligence before the transaction may close. A title search is part of that process. If easements are discovered, they could play a critical role in the...
Month: September 2018
Responsibilities of a commercial tenant re ADA compliance
Making sure that all customers can access an Orange County brick and mortar location is often a priority for small business owners. This means making sure that the rental space is compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If not, upgrades may need to be made...
WRAP exclusions could cause problems for developers down the road
Insurance coverage is a large part of California construction projects. No one, from developers to subcontractors, wants to be left holding the bag if something goes wrong. With the increase in the use of WRAP exclusions, a general contractor, owner or developer could...
What you should know before signing a pop-up shop lease
The name “pop-up shop” seems to be the new name for what used to be called a short-term lease. Pop-up shops or stores continue to grow because they can be a low-cost way for businesses to offer products at a locale without a long commitment. Many seasonal...
Commercial lease vocabulary: Base rent
Deciding to open a business here in Orange County may require an individual to find a space to rent. If this is his or her first foray into the commercial lease world, a person may find it much different than when renting a first apartment in college. There are...