by evansfox | Feb 28, 2013
How do you handle incomplete repairs at closing? After all the negotiating back and forth, you finally agree on the terms and conditions for closing. But as is pretty standard with closings, something unexpected happens and repairs that should have been completed by...
by evansfox | Feb 5, 2013
Have you been considering launching a new business? You probably are wondering if this is a good time to take the leap. Business ownership is a lifestyle choice. Are you needing to change your lifestyle to achieve your personal or professional goals? People start...
by evansfox | Dec 3, 2012
Franchise License Elements A Franchise, at its very basic state, has these elements: Common Brand Common Operating System AND Payment of either an initial fee or ongoing fees from Franchisee to Franchisor A License agreement is usually missing one of the...
by evansfox | Oct 18, 2012
A short sale is not always “short” in terms of how quickly they are processed. Many think that as an alternative to being foreclosed on, selling their home as a short sale is the quick and easy fix to a less than ideal situation. In reality, a short sale can take...
by evansfox | Oct 17, 2012
At some point during the life cycle of owning your business, you may find that you no longer have use for the trade name (assumed name, DBA, or ‘doing business as’) that you registered with the New York Department of State (NYDOS), Division of Corporations. It may be...
by evansfox | Oct 21, 2011
The best time to consult an attorney when you are considering a commercial deal is before you sign a contract or purchase offer. It is important to understand that brokers make a commission on the transaction and generally only get paid if it closes. There is an...
