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Structuring a Tenant-in-Common (TIC) Arrangement to Avoid IRS Partnership Treatment
Tenant-in-common (TIC) ownership structures are a common vehicle for commercial real estate...
Drafting Tip: Addressing Direct Claims in Indemnity Provisions in Commercial Real Estate Contracts
In commercial real estate contracts, indemnity provisions are a foundational risk allocation tool....
A Beginners Guide to 1031 Exchanges
The replacement property must be equal or greater in value. Paying taxes on a successful real...
What is a Choice of Law Provision in a Commercial Lease and Why is it Important?
When reviewing a commercial lease, the choice of law provision—also known as a governing law...
What is a Memorandum of Lease and Why is it Important in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts commercial real estate, understanding when and how to record lease-related...
What Happens to Commercial Real Estate Leases When a Property Is Sold?
In Massachusetts, commercial real estate transactions often raise an important question for both...
Why Are Landlord and Tenant Indemnity Obligations Different in a Commercial Lease?
Indemnity provisions are an important component of commercial lease agreements, defining the...
What is a Security Deposit Burn Down in a Commercial Lease?
In commercial real estate leasing, security deposits serve as a critical risk mitigation tool for...
Negotiating the definition of “Gross Sales” for Purposes of Calculating Percentage Rent in a Retail Lease
Negotiating the definition of sales, often referred to as "gross sales," is an important...
A Tenant’s Guide to Estoppel Certificates
When a landlord requests an estoppel certificate, commercial tenants should approach the document...