We're franchisees - Franchise used to be in the top 50 listed in 2013-14. Franchisees are defecting left and right.. Want out.

This is not the first I have heard about this franchise from disgruntled franchisees. What I would do as a franchise attorney is will look to see...

The business deducts the expenses when they are incurred; it doesn't matter that the money came from a loan or when the loan is repaid. Make sure...

If we did not recieve an FDD 2 weeks prior to transfer of ownership, can we nullify the contract?

when you say transfer of ownership, does that mean you purchased an existing franchise business from a prior franchisee owner? If so, there may not...

As a Franchise attorney for almost 3 decades I must say this is quite the interesting provision you are pin pointing of concern. The concern is...

In addition to my colleagues' detailed answers you really need to go over this with your CPA, much of it has tax implications.I changed the...

Can I break a lease if a clause allows for written notice?

It would appear from the 30 day notice clause that yes you may give 30 days notice of termination. However, I suggest you have an attorney review...

Need help with Association who is trying to foreclose on our property

You definitely need an attorney to review the documents and obtain more facts and negotiate with the HOA attorney, ultimately. There are defenses...

I am considering the purchase of a biz and they require an "earnest money deposit" - it seems this is a non-refundable in CA?

This is totally negotiable between buyer and seller. I would not advice a non-refundable deposit as a buyer. You really should have an attorney...

Can I pass a house with a big lien on it to my stepson or will the lien have to be paid first?

You can transfer, Will or leave via Trust any real property to anyone, with liens; the transferee takes the property subject to all liens and will...

Trying to assume dead father's mortgage. Will states to be decided between brother & I but he's on the lam. What can I do?

THe executor does not need your brother to sign a deed over to you both. The lender would need your brother to sign on the loan papers if that is...