Today the hosts of “Terra Firma: Conversations on Commercial Real Estate,” discuss how the proposed reclassification (or “rescheduling”) of cannabis may impact cannabis businesses and their real estate holdings, especially with respect to financing and leasing.

Real estate attorneys Stacey Tyler (who also serves as deputy chair of Lowenstein’s Cannabis Practice) and Stephen Tanico discuss how the current classification of cannabis as a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act has led to a patchwork of laws across the country governing cannabis, and how the recent proposal to reclassify it down to Schedule III may impact different facets of the real estate world including the bargaining power of tenants in lease negotiations, licensing procedures, insurance, and the availability of mainstream financing sources.

Speakers:

Stacey C. Tyler, Counsel, Real Estate; Deputy Chair, Cannabis Practice
Stephen Tanico, Counsel, Real Estate

In this episode of “Terra Firma: Conversations on Commercial Real Estate,” hosts Stacey C. Tyler and Stephen Tanico discuss the evolution of New York City retail leasing with their guest Julia E. Sanabria, partner in the firm’s Real Estate practice. They delve into how the retail market has changed post-COVID, focusing on the rise of experiential retail and the resilience of the restaurant industry. The conversation also explores the negotiation dynamics between landlords and tenants, emphasizing the importance of understanding market-specific provisions, especially for first-time tenants entering the New York City market.

Speakers:

Julia E. Sanabria, Partner, Real Estate
Stacey C. Tyler, Counsel, Real Estate; Deputy Chair, Cannabis Practice
Stephen Tanico, Counsel, Real Estate

Today on Terra Firma: Conversations on Commercial Real Estate, hosts Stacey Tyler and Stephen Tanico are joined by Lowenstein Trusts & Estates partner and fellow podcaster Warren Racusin to discuss real estate in the context of estate planning. While there are a number of important considerations in this area, this episode focuses primarily on estate taxes and governance. The lawyers discuss some of the ways to reduce one’s estate tax burden, including gifting of real estate assets, establishing trusts, and the use of life insurance as a source of liquidity, as well as governance concerns associated with real property ownership and management over the long term.

Speakers:

Warren K. Racusin, Partner and Chair, Trusts & Estates
Stacey C. Tyler, Counsel, Real Estate; Deputy Chair, Cannabis Practice
Stephen Tanico, Counsel, Real Estate