answered on Aug 8, 2017
This question can't be answered through this service. The contract would have to be reviewed. Details of the underlying situation would have to be gathered. To get competent, useful advice, you'll likely need to schedule a meeting with an attorney.
I have an LLC, but they insist I also need to be named a Leasee individually. The purpose of the LLC is to maintain separation from me individually, so I don't want to be on the Lease as an individual, just the LLC. Is this legal?
answered on Apr 20, 2017
Unless Iowa-specific state statutes or court decisions say otherwise, a landlord or other creditor is entitled to ask for a personal guarantee from a corporation's principals. You are also entitled to say no.
answered on Mar 9, 2017
http://www.zlien.com/prompt-payment/iowa-prompt-payment-statute/
Being an independent business, does that mean we dont need a contract ? Do you always want to have a contract no matter what ?
answered on Feb 8, 2017
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answered on Aug 18, 2016
You should have been told in advance, but if there was an emergency--illness etc--then advance notice need not be sent.
As they have your file assuming things are moving along, you need to speak with them find out what their background is what their plans are etc.
On the contract, it states "How this contract can be changed: Important: Read before signing. The Terms of this agreement should be read carefully because only those terms in writing are enforceable. No other terms or oral promises not contained in this written contract may be legally... View More
answered on May 29, 2015
That language won't necessarily prevent other language in the agreements you signed from giving them wiggle room on financing. Hard to say without reading all the agreements.
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