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Reverse Mortgage Basics – A Framework for Analysis
by Bryan Lane Berson, Esq. A. The Difference between Reverse and Forward Mortgages A reverse mortgage is a loan secured by your home. It is a source of funds for homeowners who are 62 or older and who meet certain conditions. Under the terms of a typical reverse mortgage, a borrower’s debt increases and equity […]
Co-ops and Condos in New York: Comparing the Regimes
by Bryan Lane Berson, Esq. A. Introduction. Cooperatives (“co-ops”) and condominiums (“condos”) share some important similarities and have some distinct differences. This column discusses several basic issues that buyers and residents should be aware of. (I refer to the entity as a whole as a “co-op” or “condo,” a unit within an entity as an […]
Strategic Alliances and Joint Ventures
by Bryan Lane Berson, Esq. Suppose a company wants to expand into a foreign market or combine its product with that of another firm. One of the quickest and most effective ways to accomplish this is through a strategic alliance (“alliance”) or joint venture (“JV”) with another business. An alliance or JV enables a company […]
Purchasing Commercial Real Estate
by Bryan Lane Berson, Esq. Some businesses purchase real estate to house their operations. Transactions to buy office buildings and warehouses are quite similar. Residential purchasers will recognize many similarities as well. After the parties agree on a price, seller’s counsel will send a contract to the buyer and request a down payment. Buyer’s counsel […]
The Basics of Buying a Business
by Bryan Lane Berson, Esq. Anyone who considers buying a business should investigate it carefully enough to arrive at a sensible valuation. Prospective buyers should seek professional advice with regard to legal due diligence, documenting the purchase, and tax issues. A business purchase can take two basic forms – an entity purchase or asset purchase. […]
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