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Before you sublease, be sure to get a landlord consent to assignment
Need to sublease your rented apartment? Here's why you should obtain your landlord's consent first.
December 13, 2023 · 2 min read
Protect Your Trademark with a Domain Cease and Desist Letter
Nobody likes getting letters from attorneys, but sometimes they're necessary, especially if one business's domain name is infringing on another business's trademark. See what's in a domain cease and desist letter and how to write one.
December 12, 2023 · 3 min read
Using an Illinois general affidavit form
Do you live in Illinois and need to prepare an affidavit? Read more about the basics of using a general affidavit form in Illinois.
December 12, 2023 · 4 min read
Show your purchase power with earnest money
Having sufficient earnest money for major purchases of real estate or personal property will enhance your purchasing power. Learn how earnest money works, and about promissory notes used as earnest money.
December 12, 2023 · 3 min read
Adding an indemnity agreement to your promissory note
In the event a promissory note is lost, destroyed, stolen, or damaged, adding a replacement and indemnity agreement to the note helps ensure the note can be reestablished.
December 8, 2023 · 2 min read
How to handle final balloon payments on an unsecured promissory note
Unsecured promissory notes with balloon payments can provide much-needed funding for a small business. Learn how these loans and structured and how to plan for a balloon payment.
December 8, 2023 · 3 min read
Navigating a release of promissory note
It is important for a borrower to secure a release of promissory note document when the loan is paid off or otherwise discharged. Other releases may also be needed if the note is a secured promissory note.
December 8, 2023 · 2 min read
Pros and cons of an interest-only secured promissory note
Discover the pros and cons of this kind of loan, so you can decide what will work best for your business.
December 8, 2023 · 2 min read
Pros and cons of balloon payments on a promissory note
A balloon payment is one structure to consider for promissory note repayment. Read about the pros and cons of this type of loan, so you can make the choice that makes the most sense for your business.
December 8, 2023 · 2 min read
Protect yourself and your money with a promissory note
How can you protect your interests when borrowing or lending money? Learn about how a promissory note can be used in both personal and business situations.
December 8, 2023 · 3 min read

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