What a Cannabis License Consultant Actually Does (And Why It Matters)
Most cannabis license applications are not rejected because the applicant lacked capital or commitment. They are rejected because a security plan was missing a required element, a financial document was three months stale, a zoning confirmation letter used the wrong parcel number, or a key personnel background disclosure was incomplete. The regulatory agencies scoring these […]
Cannabis Business Valuation: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know
If you are buying or selling a cannabis business in 2026, every instinct you developed in normal business transactions will mislead you. Standard valuation frameworks — EBITDA multiples, discounted cash flow, comparable transactions — all apply, but they apply in a market that is structurally unlike any other regulated industry. The cannabis business valuation process […]
CBD:THC Ratio Rules Could Increase Hemp Demand (Here’s the Math)
TL;DR: A CBD:THC ratio rule is one of the few regulatory levers that can reduce intoxication risk without banning “hemp-derived THC” products outright. If policymakers adopt a CBD:THC ratio framework (instead of a hard ban or strict THC caps alone), hemp-derived CBD demand could rise because every milligram of THC sold would effectively require a […]
Maryland Cannabis Financing Guidelines for Licenses in 2024
In a recent update, the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) has issued new guidelines to help cannabis licensees that want to open a dispensary in Maryland explore alternative financing options. This guidance aims to provide businesses with various ways to raise capital or engage in partnerships while adhering to Maryland’s regulatory framework. Here’s a breakdown of […]
Everything You Need To Know About Operating Agreements
By Thomas Howard. He has over 10 years of experience in corporate and cannabis laws nationwide. Venturing into the cannabis industry involves more than just an entrepreneurial spirit; it’s a journey through a labyrinth of legal intricacies and operational challenges. In this blogpost, you’ll learn more about operating agreements. Precise planning and structured agreements […]
Business Law Consulting: The Key to Success in Cannabis
In the fast-paced and ever-evolving cannabis business landscape, having access to expert legal guidance is crucial for the success of any company. Attorneys, with their deep knowledge of the law and extensive experience, can provide Business Law Consulting for your business. Whether you are a startup, a small business, or an established enterprise, partnering with […]
Asset Purchase Agreements: What is an asset purchase agreement?
An asset purchase agreement is a legal contract between two parties, in which one party agrees to sell and transfer ownership of certain assets to the other party. The purchased assets may be tangible or intangible and can include things like property, equipment, shares in a company, or intellectual property. An asset purchase, or a […]
Illinois Cannabis Lottery – How to calculate the odds of winning multiple licenses.
Illinois Cannabis Lottery – How to calculate the odds of winning multiple licenses. Starting 2020, Illinois became the 11th state to legalize recreational cannabis, letting adults 21 years or older buy cannabis from medical dispensaries while applicants prepared their applications to obtain an adult-use cannabis license. In this sense, the state established a system in […]
How to Build Cash Flow Statement for Your Cannabis Business
Need Help to understand your “Cash Flow Statement”? Then this is the right place for you! The hasty growth and dynamic nature of the cannabis industry have culminated in barbarian and hyper-inflated business valuations, making it immensely tough for companies to derive in on a fair valuation as they follow to amass in the up-and-coming […]
Board Member Agreements & How to Control Corporate Owners
Board Member Agreements & How to control Corporate Owners In the Cannabis Industry, having the right partners is essential. In practice, a lot of times you will be looking at a “49/51 deal” in which one of the partners has a 51 percent and there’s a second partner –or a number of partners- that share […]
