In this episode of Within Reach, host Guliana Pallotta invites Chuck Swan, a seasoned corporate lawyer from Smith and Associates, to provide insights and strategies on navigating the legal complexities in commercial real estate transactions. Chuck shares his journey to becoming a lawyer, the importance of mindset in achieving goals, and the nuances of commercial real estate law, including title searches, vendor take-back mortgages, and prioritizing tasks in legal practice. Listeners ranging from aspiring entrepreneurs to seasoned investors will find valuable advice on safeguarding their business and making smarter real estate decisions.

Find Chuck here: https://smithaalaw.ca/our-team-2/

00:00 Introduction to Commercial Real Estate

01:30 Meet Chuck Swan: The Legal Expert

02:21 Chuck's Journey to Becoming a Lawyer

07:31 Balancing Work and Personal Life

13:08 The Role of a Lawyer in Real Estate Transactions

21:20 Understanding Vendor Take Back Mortgages

22:00 Challenges with Institutional Lenders

23:34 Benefits for Sellers in Vendor Take Back Mortgages

23:57 Environmental Site Assessments in Real Estate

26:42 Handling Defaults and Power of Sale

28:45 Acquiring Real Estate Through Corporations

32:33 Assigning Real Estate Contracts

34:59 Personal Insights and Advice from Chuck

37:43 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks

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