Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Hotels A Hot Commercial Real Estate Commodity In Florida
When it comes to real estate trends, it can be hard to stay current. Who would have predicted that in 2021, homes would be selling for tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars above their asking price? The commercial real estate industry is also seeing a boom in certain areas. In early 2020,… Read More »
Can You Sell On Amazon As A Sole Proprietorship?
There’s a lot of money to be made in the world of ecommerce. Many people are trying their hand at selling items on sites such as Amazon. If you’re considering this business route, you likely have some questions and concerns. For example, you may already operate your business under a sole proprietorship. Is this… Read More »
What Employees Should Know About Non-Compete Agreements
There are literally millions of jobs available right now. This is putting companies in a bind, since this means there is fierce competition for jobs. It’s a worker’s market right now. If they’re not happy with working conditions, they will quit and find other employment. This is putting employers in a bind. Many are… Read More »
Copyright Infringement: Celebrities Vs. Paparazzi
Paparazzi hiding out in bushes to get exclusive photos of celebrities are nothing new. Celebrities have been harassed by paparazzi since the 1950s in Italy. In the United States, there are many publications that focus on celebrity stories and photos. While most movie stars try to shield themselves and their families from these annoying… Read More »
Getting Out Of A Real Estate Contract
Buying or selling a home is a huge decision. There is a lot of money and many elements involved, plus the process can be extensive and complicated. Because of this, many buyers hire a real estate agent. This involves signing a contract, which may not seem like a big deal at first. But if… Read More »
Women Affected More Than Men By Non-Compete Agreements
Non-compete agreements are controversial. They’re great for the business who is requesting one, as they prevent competition from their employees. However, they limit employment for the workers, which can lead to stagnant wages. Employees end up stuck at a company with no salary increases or advancement. There’s often no way around these restrictive agreements…. Read More »
The Right Business Structure For Your Tech Startup
If you, like many people, have decided to quit your job and start your own business, you have an exciting but challenging road ahead of you. There are a lot of steps involved in operating a business, especially if you decide to venture into the technology field. One of the first things you need… Read More »
How To Invest In The Commercial Real Estate Industry
Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit the United States in early 2020, the state of the commercial real estate industry has been iffy, to say the least. With quarantines and mask mandates in place, many companies made the decision to allow employees to work remotely. While this decision was a no-brainer for smaller businesses, larger… Read More »
Pirate Site Operators To Pay $1 Million Each For Copyright Infringement
Online piracy has become popular in recent years. With everything now available online, it’s easy to download movies, games, music, and software without permission. This practice may be common but it’s illegal and can lead to hefty fines. ABS-CBN, a media company based in the Philippines, recently won a court case against 21 different… Read More »
Franchising In The Food Industry After COVID
The COVID pandemic created a lot of challenges for businesses, particularly restaurants. Fast-food restaurants were allowed to stay open to some degree, but dine-in restaurants, particularly ones that focused on fine dining, were forced to close for public safety. Many pivoted by allowing delivery and to-go orders, but others closed permanently. While franchising offers… Read More »