Real estate professionals oftentimes find themselves fielding a variety of difficult questions and facing some tricky transactions. Having partnered with realtors for decades, our team compiled our top three tips for realtors to reduce their potential liability and better serve their clients. 1. Put It in Writing Documentation is key for any transaction, but it
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You Are Here: Navigating Big News in Cannabis & What Comes Next
By Doug Junker
While the rollout of Minnesota’s cannabis industry has been a winding road of twists, turns and plenty of detours, this week marked a major green light. An administrative law judge approved the Office of Cannabis Management’s rules governing the industry in our state. The judge approved the rules without changes, and those rules will go…
I Just Got My Property Tax Assessment—Is the Assessor Out to Get Me?
Assessors have submitted their values and will be sending assessments to property owners in the coming weeks, if they haven’t already. Some property owners may look at their values and wonder, “How can my property possibly be valued this high? Is the assessor out to get me?” The good news is that assessors aren’t out…
Public Comment Period Open for Office of Cannabis Management Proposed Rules
By Doug Junker
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has published their draft rules for review and public comment. The rules outline the requirements for all aspects of a cannabis business operation including record keeping, security, labeling, storage, etc. For those looking to apply for a license, you should review and become familiar with the rules as you begin…
Golf Course Redevelopment Continues to Spur Litigation
This blog has previously observed how golf course redevelopment commonly leads to land use disputes between, on one hand, those seeking to redevelop the former course, and on the other hand, neighboring landowners benefiting from the status quo.[1] These disputes may find their way to court even when every government regulator has approved the…
30 Frequently Asked Questions for Minnesota Property Tax Appeals
Do you feel you are paying more than your fair share in property taxes? If so, you may be able to reduce your taxes or obtain a refund. Here are answers to some of the most common questions we receive about filing a property tax appeal in Minnesota.
Property Tax Appeal Essentials
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Securing a Cannabis License in Minnesota
By Doug Junker & Bill Griffith
Cannabis sales are anticipated to begin in Minnesota by spring or early summer of 2025. This new market will open opportunities for businesses to engage in cultivation, manufacturing, and retail sales, under a comprehensive framework designed to ensure compliance and safety.
In this episode of the Larkin Hoffman Real Estate Podcast, Bill Griffith…
Minnesota Joins the Ranks: Enacting the Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act
By Chris Young
On May 24, 2024, Governor Walz signed the recently passed Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act (“MCDPA” or “the Act”), making Minnesota the nineteenth state to enact a comprehensive data privacy law. The MCDPA, effective July 31, 2025, provides robust protections for Minnesota consumers regarding the use and misuse of their personal data, while imposing new…
Bill Griffith and Adam Pabarcus Moderate at Bisnow's Twin Cities State of the Market Event
Larkin Hoffman’s attorneys Bill Griffith and Adam Pabarcus recently moderated panel discussions during Bisnow’s Twin Cities State of the Market outlook event. Held earlier this month, the event featured insightful conversations with leaders in the Twin Cities real estate and development markets. The first panel, moderated by Bill Griffith, included Pat Barrett, COO of Oppidan…
Property Taxes High? Your Property Could Be Over Valued. Find Out More on The Larkin Hoffman Real Estate Podcast.
There is a simple formula that is used to determine how much you owe in property taxes, however if your property is valued incorrectly, you could be overpaying. Tim Rye and Adam Pabarcus from our property tax appeals team recently sat down with Bill Griffith to discuss the property tax appeals process and to…