Attorney Michael Zalay compares traditional restaurant leases with management agreements, highlighting the pros, cons, and legal implications of each model.

Takeaways:

• Decide who owns the space, licenses, and payroll obligations.
• Understand that leases offer higher upside, but carry higher risk.
• Use management agreements for lower-risk growth opportunities.

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