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A commercial lease isn’t just a rent and due dates followed by a bunch of boilerplate . Commercial leases contain a lot of language that can make or break a deal for tenants, landlords, and brokers alike. Even experienced brokers can miss critical clauses that create legal headaches down the line. This checklist highlights key red flags to watch for in Texas and California commercial leases, some of which might be applicable to other jurisdictions. 1. Ambiguous Rent

Texas is increasingly on the radar as an alternative to Delaware, particularly for small and mid-sized businesses, but it is not a wholesale replacement. Each business should weigh cost, simplicity, legal needs, and growth plans before deciding where to incorporate.

Happy (early) New Year! Every year, January 1 brings with it a slate of new laws, and 2026 is no different. My criteria as to what constitutes a “top new law” are: what I find interesting, what will impact Heckman Law, PC clients the most, and how broad the change will be. These are focused largely on construction and real estate, but also with an eye toward business generally. Unless otherwise stated, these laws went into effect on January 1, 2026. And I have done the same

Happy (early) New Year! Every year, January 1 brings with it a slate of new laws, and 2026 is no different. My criteria as to what constitutes a “top new law” are: what I find interesting, what will impact Heckman Law, PC clients the most, and how broad the change will be. These are focused largely on construction and real estate, but also with an eye toward business generally. Unless otherwise stated, these laws went into effect on January 1, 2026. And I have done the same