The Difference Between Terms and Conditions In an Agreement of Purchase and Sale

When an offer is made on a home and an Agreement of Purchase & Sale (APS) is signed, there will be a lot of filling out and reading of paperwork. Knowing the nuanced terms included in the APS is important. Two of the most common items within the paperwork are ‘Conditions’ and ‘Terms’.

A Condition is a clause the buyer needs to waive or fulfill by an agreed time in order for the sale to be finalized.

A Term is used to clarify what the buyer expects to be done or or included in the property.

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Read more about the differences between the two HERE

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At Carson Law, we review the Agreement of Purchase and Sale as soon as we receive it and can answer any questions or provide clarification on this important document.

Start a Home Based Business on Your Terms with These Guidelines

Written by Ted James @ tedknowsmoney.com

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Starting a home-based business may seem like a distant daydream, but there are several ways to turn your ideas into a reality. The key is to think carefully about the kind of business you want to run — and the kind of entrepreneur you want to be — and what it will take to make that happen.

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Start With a Well-Chosen Structure

Your business structure is more than just a legal requirement for paying taxes. It can provide benefits to your growing venture, especially in the long run. If you think you might add partners or investors, or if you want to protect personal assets, this will determine which business structure is best for your situation. Once you decide, connect with a legal professional from Carson Law to help you formalize your entity.

Tending Basic Legalities

As a business owner, there are plenty of forms, licenses, and permits required for a startup venture, and it’s important to make sure you have these taken care of in the very beginning. In some cases, this paperwork can determine how you pay your business taxes or how you go about hiring employees. And if you’re thinking about hiring employees, you’ll also need to start thinking about staying on top of payroll. Fortunately, you can use a payroll app to tackle things like issuing paychecks, setting reminders, and even paying your payroll taxes.

Be Successful Wherever You Work

Once you have the paperwork out of the way, it’s time to start thinking about getting to work. Starting a home-based business means you need to have a solid workspace that’s free of distractions, but it doesn’t have to be an expensive endeavor. If you have a spare room, basement area, shed, or garage, you can transform the space into a quiet spot to work from each day pretty easily. Make sure you have access to the internet, as well as a variety of devices such as a reliable computer or laptop, a printer, and noise-canceling headphones to help you stay on track if your family will be home with you. Look for storage solutions that will help you stay organized no matter how much you have on your plate, as well as a data plan that will help you keep your phone and internet bills reasonable.

If you simply don’t have an appropriate space at home and adding one isn’t an option, consider a coworking space. You can find a spot with the interaction — or privacy — necessary for your personal productivity, and these spaces are typically equipped with everything you need to get down to business. Plus, they naturally lend themselves to networking opportunities.

Find support

After you’re established, Callrail points out that it’s a good idea to look for support within your community and from other small business owners. These days, there are several ways you can network with like-minded individuals, from social media to conventions and other events. Think about your company’s branding and marketing plan and how you can make the most of it by partnering with other businesses, especially if you don’t plan to have a storefront. This is a great way to get your business’s name out there.

Starting a business involves a lot of planning and some careful steps, so it’s important not to rush through your decision-making process. Finding support and guidance from other small business owners is key, as they can help to mentor you as you get started.

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