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Understanding zoning is crucial if you have commercial intentions for a piece of real estate. This is just as true if you wish to buy a piece of land and develop it as it is if you are looking to lease business premises. The zone the land sits in will determine what...
A nursing home is a business, and that means it can run into staffing issues just like any other business. In fact, this is one industry where understaffing is common. For instance, some reports claim that there are staffing shortages in roughly 94% of nursing homes,...
Many people do not have an estate plan in place, even if they understand they will eventually need one. In fact, statistics show that the majority of Americans are still without an estate plan, and one of the top reasons is simply that they have not gotten around to...
We are deep into autumn, the time of year when the South gets its first respite from the steaming heat of a long summer. But while you are enjoying cool(er) breezes and lower temps, it’s always wise to remain vigilant about the potential hazards that accompany autumn....
Investing in commercial real estate can be a rewarding idea, but it also carries a unique set of risks, both financial and legal. Unlike residential transactions, a commercial purchase requires deeper due diligence, financial analysis and a clear understanding of...
Having to put a loved one in a memory care facility is a major decision. Family members must count on the staff members to take care of their loved one in every way possible. In some cases, elopement or wandering away unsafely is a serious concern. Elopement in a...
Many people in their 20s and 30s assume that wills are only for older generations or the wealthy. Yet, planning for the future is just as important for you, even if you are still building your career or starting a family. A will allows you to state who will get what...
There’s a lot that an irrevocable trust can do for you, from protecting your hard-earned assets to reducing estate taxes and providing for your loved ones long after you’re gone. Creating one is not something you decide on a whim or rush into. It deserves careful...
Your business plans are finally coming to fruition. You’ve done the research, put out feelers in the community and you are ready for the soft launch of your new business. The one thing that remains undone, though, is determining the business structure of the company....
Have you ever started daydreaming in the car? Maybe you suddenly snapped back to reality as you noticed the cars were slowing down ahead of you or that a light had turned red. Or maybe you drove all the way to your destination and then looked around, realizing you did...