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How to Get the Best Purchase Price When Selling Your Liquor Store in New York
by evansfox | Jun 2, 2026 | Buying/Selling a Business, Retail Liquor License, Uncategorized
Practical steps to boost value before putting your store on the market Selling your liquor store is a big decision—one that can set the stage for your next business venture or retirement. The price a buyer is willing to pay depends on more than just sales numbers. By...
What is an “Estate”?
by evansfox | May 15, 2026 | Estate Planning Vlogs, Monthly Vlogs, Uncategorized
Click below to learn more about what is an “Estate”? Attorney Kenneth R. Kraus explains what are the important distinctions between Probate Estate, Non-Probate Estate and Gross Taxable Estate in this helpful video. About Kenneth R. Kraus Kenneth “Ken” Kraus...
Red Flags to Watch for When Buying a Liquor Store in New York
by evansfox | May 12, 2026 | Buying/Selling a Business, Retail Liquor License
What to check before you sign the purchase agreement Buying a liquor store can be a profitable venture—especially in New York, where retail liquor licenses are limited and valuable. These businesses have longevity and survive economic bad times if operated well. They...
So You’ve Signed a Contract to Sell Your Business—Now What?
by evansfox | Apr 29, 2026 | Business Law, Buying/Selling a Business, General Business, Tips For the Entrepreneur
Practical next steps for a smooth, successful closing Signing the contract to sell your business is a big milestone—but it’s not the finish line. There’s still important work to do to get from “signed” to “sold.” Here’s a clear, plain-language roadmap so you know what...
What NY’s Adult-Use Cannabis Processor Type 3 License Allows—and Doesn’t
by evansfox | Apr 22, 2026 | CBD
New York’s Type 3 Processor (“Brand License”), issued by the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM), enables brand operators to enter the state’s legal cannabis market without touching the plant themselves. Here’s a complete breakdown: Authorized Activities...
Why a New York Liquor Store Can Sell Corkscrews… But Not Soda
by evansfox | Apr 16, 2026 | Brewery & Cidery, Distillery, Restaurants & Bar, Retail Liquor License, Wineries
Walk into a liquor store in most states, and you’ll find what you expect—wine, spirits, mixers, snacks, maybe even a small grocery section with cheese and charcuterie products. Walk into a liquor store in New York, and you’ll notice something different almost...
Your Employer Owns the Content… But Do They Own You After You Leave?
by evansfox | Apr 8, 2026 | Business Law, Copyright, General Business, Intellectual Property, Tips For the Entrepreneur, Trademark
If you’ve spent years building your employer’s brand—appearing in videos, posting on social media, becoming the recognizable “face” of the company—you may assume that when you leave, your image leaves with you. In New York, that assumption is only partially correct....
Can We Still Use Our Employee’s Content After They Retire?
by evansfox | Apr 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
When a long-time employee retires—especially one who has become the “face” of your business—the question comes quickly can we keep using their content? Their videos? Their name and likeness? For many businesses, the answer is not as simple as “we own it, so yes.” In...
You Bought the Business… But Did You Buy the Face of the Brand?
by evansfox | Mar 31, 2026 | Business Law, Buying/Selling a Business, General Business, Intellectual Property, Tips For the Entrepreneur
The deal was done. After months of negotiations, diligence, and late-night calls, everything was finally in place. The numbers worked. The documents were signed. The business was yours. And then, almost as an afterthought, someone asked “are we still using the founder...
New York Privacy Rights – February 2026 Vlog
by evansfox | Mar 25, 2026 | Business Law, Business Vlogs, General Business, Intellectual Property, Monthly Vlogs, Vlogs
In a digital age where your personal information is everywhere, understanding your legal protections isn’t just smart—it’s essential. From biometric data to online surveillance, New York’s privacy landscape is shifting rapidly, and staying informed is your best line...
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