In addition to developing an ESG policy, real estate owners should continuously evaluate the effectiveness of their environmental initiatives and make changes as necessary to increase impact.
Read MoreThe pandemic changed how parties conduct business. Yet, many contracts include execution provisions developed in the 1990s. Read this article to learn how parties should modernized their contract execution provisions.
Read MoreThe Mrs. Murphy exemption to the Fair Housing Act applies to homeowners who rent out rooms in a residence where they reside. However, the exemption doesn't apply to all rentals or all discriminatory acts. Plus state and local laws may not recognize a Mrs. Murphy exemption.
Read MoreWhile rent control might limit the harsh impact of rent increases on tenants in the short run, rent control also can impede changes required for the industry to adapt to a new economic reality.
Read MoreMost businesses no longer regularly use fax or US mail. Yet, new contracts often allow notices to be delivered by those methods. Read our article to learn about notice provisions and for recommendations on how those important contract provisions can be modernized.
Read More2023 will be a time for real estate investors and managers to focus on fundamentals, such as rent growth, increased occupancy, and asset preservation. But investors with available cash may find investment opportunities where sellers facing balloon payments decide to sell.
Read MoreBy viewing a contract from the other party's perspective, a party not only can ensure that the contract doesn't incentivize undesirable behavior but also can foster a stronger relationship through understanding the other party's needs.
Read MoreReal estate sponsors and other companies that sell their own securities must take care to ensure that their personnel aren't acting as unlicensed broker-dealers. Rule 3a4-1 provides a safe harbor for issuer personnel involved in selling securities. Read our article to learn about Rule 3a4-1 and best practices for issuers that sell their own securities.
Read MoreWhen entering into a contract, parties often focus on when the contract will start and how it will be performed. However, when and how the contract ends and what comes after termination also are important.
Read MoreAppraising a home for a lower value because of the race, religion, national origin, or other protected status of the owners violates the Fair Housing Act.
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