The Retail Apocalypse is in full swing thanks to coronavirus and the Great Lockdown of the business community. In today's Edition of Coronavirus and Commercial Real Estate, we discuss the ongoing onslaught of the retail sector including a recent statement by the GAP,...

Coronavirus and the government mandates have crippled the economy and the forecast is bleak in the short term. In today's episode, we discuss the continued layoffs by startups, the long term impact of work from home implementation on demand for office space, as well...

What will the office space of tomorrow look like in post-COVID19 world?  With most employees working from home, what are some steps that business owners can take right now to ensure a safe work environment when the economy finally opens?  What were the...

The $350 Billion Paycheck Protection Program funding dried up quickly with 25% going to retailers, the real estate and construction industry.  So where did the 75% go?  Today we discuss the PPP, tensions rise between landlords and tenants, an iconic gym...

Commercial real estate needs to change in a post COVID-19 world.  April 17 2020 Edition of Coronavirus and Commercial Real Estate.  In today's episode, we look at the pending reversal of the densification of the office, a new IMF report shows a grim picture...

What's the Emergency Paid Leave Act about and what do you need to know about current employment laws in light of COVID-19? As we are well into the coronavirus pandemic and many companies have furloughed or laid off staff, our political leaders have brought forth...

Commercial Tenants and Landlords are in a symbiotic relationship, and now more than ever, both need to communicate during the coronavirus pandemic.  In today's podcast, Jorge Morales discusses the options available for both tenant and landlords as rent relief...

What is Business Interruption Insurance?  Does the current coronavirus pandemic and government stay at home mandates trigger business interruption insurance?  Join us as we interview Douglas Jones, Principal at JAG Insurance. During the coronavirus crisis,...

Is base rent for commercial real estate contracts due given the coronavirus crisis and government mandatory stay in place restrictions?  Is Force Majeure a get out of rent payment escape card?  Are there any other commercial lease provisions that tenants can...

We are in the midst of the corona virus and government restrictions forcing most businesses to work from home.  How can you keep your brand and company active while working from home?  How can you let your customers and potential new customers know you are...

Is rent still due this month because of the interruption from Corona Virus and mandated shelter in place regulations?  Author and commercial real estate veteran Jorge Morales of Blue Box Real Estate explores common lease provisions to unearth answers for business...

In today's podcast, learn about the Miami Downtown Development Authority (Miami DDA) and their impact to the business community in Miami.  From https://www.miamidda.com/about-dda/    "The Miami Downtown Development Authority (Miami DDA) is an...

What is SEO all about?  How can you optimize your website to drive more clicks?  Which social media sites does your business need to be found in? Do you have a Google My Business Page? In today's Episode 024, author and busines owner Jorge Morales interviews...

In today's episode, receive some timely and practical tax saving tips from tax consultant Liz Soria of Express Tax and Bookkeeping Services.   Liz Soria is a teacher and entrepreneur at heart, and she host her own podcast for business owners. Author and business...

In today's Podcast, Jorge Morales interviews industry leader Olga G. Alvarez, ASID, IIDA, CAPS, LEED-AP+, GGP FITWELL Ambassador. What is LEED Certification and Green Globe initiatives?  How are these certifications improving the quality of the work life leading...

In today's episode, author, podcaster and commercial real estate veteran Jorge Morales reverses roles and is interviewed by Liz Soria on the Tax Advisor & Biz Coach Success Podcast.  The topic at hand is commercial real estate tips. Liz Soria is principal at...

In today's Podcast, we continue the discussion on non-compete restrictive covenants from the employers perspective.  Are non-competes enforceable?   How do the courts line up?  Can a non-compete be broken?  What industries benefit the most from...

Before you sign a Non-Compete or Non-Solicit Agreement, listen to todays podcast Episode 019 Part One of an interview with attorney Will Cantrell. Have you been asked to sign a Non-Compete Agreement?  How about a Non-Solicit Agreement?  What's the difference...

In today's Episode 018, commercial real estate veteran and author Jorge Morales continues the interview with James Kohnstamm, Senior Vice President of Economic Development of the Beacon Council (https://www.beaconcouncil.com/).  The Beacon Council is a main...

Welcome to the Don't Sign the Lease Podcast - What I wish my business knew before I took on real estate.  In today's episode, commercial real estate veteran and author, Jorge Morales interviews James Kohnstamm, Senior Vice President of Economic Development of the...

Should you establish your business as a corporation or an LLC?  What are the best steps to take in order to protect your business from a law suit?  Does an LLC protect your business from everything?   In Episode 016, author and commercial real estate...

In today's podcast, author and commercial real estate veteran Jorge Morales interviews Laura Kozelouzek of Quest Workspaces.  Listen as native New Yorker Laura shares her story from hospitality to owner of a growing and vibrant shared workspace company with...

What are the latest design trends from the corporate world?  What makes an efficient property?  Ever hear of "benching" or "teller pods"? In today's episode, author and commercial real estate veteran Jorge Morales of Blue Box Real Estate (www.blueboxre.com)...

Did you know overtime air condition charges can significantly increase your occupancy cost?  Does twenty-four hours, seven day a week access to your office space mean your space will be air conditioned?  What does HVAC stand for and why is it vital to...

What are ways property owners can reduce operating expenses?  What protections against increases in operating expenses can tenants ask for in the lease?  In Episode 012 of the Don't Sign the Lease Podcast, author and business owner Jorge Morales continues a...