A business that sells goods to consumers (as opposed to other businesses). … [Read more...]

One who deals in merchandise by selling it in smaller quantities than he buys, generally with a view to profit. … [Read more...]

A provision that restricts, usually contained within a deed or will, for example, the sale of a home to a son on the provision it is never sold outside of family members. Such provisions are generally unenforceable. … [Read more...]

practice. To engage the services of an attorney or counselor to manage a cause, at which time it is usual to give him a fee, called the retaining fee. The act by which the attorney is authorized to act in the case is called a retainer. 2. Although it is not indispensable that the retainer should be in writing, unless required by the other side, it is very expedient. It is … [Read more...]

Securities that have been acquired as a result of a transaction but are not available or able to be made available for public purchase. … [Read more...]