A copyright protects the creative works that you publish. Every person secures the copyright to their work upon putting it in tangible form, but you also have the option of registering your copyright. The U.S. Copyright Office explains you do not have to register your...
When you make an offer on a home and make your intentions known you want to purchase it, you are entering into an agreement with the seller. Once the seller accepts your offer, he or she will take the home off the market, losing any other potential offers. Because of...
You hear the term “due diligence” a lot in the business world, especially in the areas of acquisitions and mergers. But what does this term mean? What does it require of you? As explained by the Corporate Finance Institute, due diligence is the extensive investigative...
Delays in multifamily construction projects across the nation may contribute to a rise in building and labor costs. A shortage of suppliers and issues with sourcing materials may prevent contractors from completing projects on time. As reported by Construction Dive,...
A patent is a type of intellectual property that grants the patent holder the right to exclude others from making, selling, importing or using their unique invention or innovation for 20 years. The United States Patent and Trademark Office issues these rights. Patent...
When buying a home, whether it is your first or not, you will want to focus on the most important factors and set the rest aside. However, time and time again, homebuyers will often make the same mistakes that can cost them in the long run. So where should your focus...
Starting a business with a partner can be the beginning of an exciting venture. Whether you and your partner came up with the idea together or your partner joined you down the road, your team likely gave your business the boost it needed to get started. As time goes...
As a contractor, you do work for a client and expect prompt payment according to the terms of your agreement. If a client fails to pay you, the law gives you an option to collect your money and hold the client responsible. According to the Arizona State Legislature,...
As someone involved in Arizona’s construction industry, you likely encounter obstacles and setbacks that derail your projects. Do you know what differentiates those complications? Chron defines encumbrances and liens and explores their differences and considerations....
The Phoenix metro and surrounding areas pose rich opportunities for commercial real estate developers. Rapid population growth will continue to drive the need for retail, residential, commercial and industrial growth through 2022 and beyond. Review the most recent...