Legal & Regulatory

Will California’s New Employment Laws Impact Office Demand?

Kelsi Maree Borland |

Several new employment laws in California could hamper office demand even after the stay-at-home orders are lifted.

Why Investors Are Exiting California in Favor of Phoenix

Kelsi Maree Borland |

Regulatory challenges and low cap rates in California are driving investors to greener pastures.

Sabal: We’re Committed to Growing the Right Way

Kelsi Maree Borland |

As a follow up to its ongoing expansion news, Sabal has secured ratings with S&P Global Ratings and Fitch Ratings.

Features  

Biden’s Under-the-Radar Impact on Net Lease

Les Shaver |

While 1031 is obviously the focus, a new administration could have some positive impacts.

Analysis  

Questions Revealed by Ruling Over W Hotel Amenities Require Legislative Fix

Gary M. Mars |

The decision signals the need for Florida’s lawmakers to consider legislative amendments to the state’s condominium laws specifically addressing the authority over common elements at condo-hotel properties.

The New California Employment Laws That CRE Companies Should Know

Kelsi Maree Borland |

There are several new employment laws that went into effect at the start of the year, including the expansion of the California Family Rights Act and AB 2257.

Analysis  

Treasury Department Finalizes Carried Interest Rules

Les Shaver |

Senior housing qualifies for a critical exception, as long as other requirements are met.

Features  

Here's How Democrats’ Senate Control May Play Out With Net Lease

Les Shaver |

With Democrats Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock having won the Georgia Senate seats, many in the net lease business wonder what’s next.

Features  

Force Majeure Language Proliferates in Leases

Les Shaver |

One observer says almost every lease he has worked on includes language covering both the COVID-19 pandemic and future pandemics.

Commentary  

How CMBS Has Changed in the Era of COVID-19

Ann Hambly |

All relief is in the form of deferrals. All funds have to eventually be paid back. Nothing is forgiven.