The Business Man's Lawyer: Recent Comments

Comment on City of Minneapolis to Microbreweries: We’re Open For Business

2011-11-21T16:27:37Z

Here's to a smooth TTB process!

Comment on What is the Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act of 2009, and Why Do Real Estate Investors Need to Care About It?

2011-09-02T22:22:08Z

I am an attorney in Texas. There does seem to be disagreement as to whether or not the new property owner can bring an eviction action before 90 days, EVEN IF, the tenant is in default on the rent.

Comment on Surly Law Moves to the Cities

2011-08-15T18:21:03Z

I share in your kudos. It's great to see municipalities engaging in proactive legislating to create more business-friendly environments. Exactly what Minnesota needs!

Comment on Estoppel Certificates and Their Importance to Commercial Real Estate Transactions

2011-07-21T14:20:36Z

If I were a tenant signing a lease, I would absolutely not agree to the last sentence in the estoppel certificate provision quoted above. The fact that the landlord has the right to execute a legally binding document without your review and consent after only 10 days, is frankly scary.

Comment on How the Beer Industry Ended Minnesota’s Government Shutdown

2011-07-16T21:20:58Z

This issue hit home for our local winery, Four Daughters Vineyard and Winery, as well. It's under construction, aiming for a fall opening. That opening date is held up by the fact that we can't get inspectors into the building to allow us to continue with construction. Frustrating that businesses are working, creating jobs, trying to bring wealth into Minnesota, and the government shutdown won't allow us to move forward.

Comment on How to Be the "First Name on the Brain"

2011-07-12T14:54:16Z

I found your, "First Name on the Brain" very interesting. I'd like to hear more about your successes (or actual examples of the successes of others) when we get together in the future.

Comment on The Trouble With Post-Sale Redemption Rights

2009-11-30T22:10:11Z

Jeff,
You would be surprised at how many loans are accelerated to the 5-week redemption once the property is abandoned.It's really up to the Bank's Realtor(R)to stay on top of the property.