Entering into a purchase-sale agreement for the purchase of a new residential property can be stressful for both buyers and sellers. Buyers are often concerned with the possibility of hidden defects or other issues that may negatively impact the property value, as...
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Here are some defenses to HOA violations
Living in a homeowner’s association can give you some peace of mind, knowing that your property value will be protected. But HOAs can also be burdensome. They can restrict how you use and update your property, which can affect your enjoyment of it as well as your...
Gov. Newsom signs bill limiting single family zoning
The current debate about California’s housing affordability crisis is not about whether a crisis exists – the controversy really involves the question of how to treat the crisis. In its recent legislative session, the legislature passed a law that made many changes to...
Title dispute? Consider a quiet title action
For most people, property is the largest investment they will ever make. Their retirement, their children’s inheritance, and their general well-being are often staked in the value of that property. Discovering that someone else claims title to your property is a cause...
Understanding assessments under California condominium law
People who have purchased a condominium in California should understand the importance and details of assessments for its upkeep and improvement. However, they might not know the full scope as to what it means. The recent tragic events in Florida in which an entire...
How title insurance works in a real estate transaction
Anyone who is considering purchasing a tract of land in California will ultimately come across what may seem to be a peculiar creature of the law: title insurance. Most people outside of the real estate industry have never heard of title insurance, and they may have...
Common title problems to watch for
Understanding the importance of a title search has been discussed on this blog. Also important is to know what the common problems are with titles so that potential purchasers of real estate can identify and resolve these issues so they do not cause problems with...
The risks associated with a joint venture
Los Angeles is an ever-changing city. New businesses will come in and more buildings will be constructed. In many causes, a property owner will team up with a developer, creating a joint venture. This can be a very successful partnership; however, this is dependent on...
The importance of due diligence in commercial real estate
Commercial real estate can be a major investment. The right property can generate a lot of income, but the wrong property can be a deadweight, financially speaking. So, before you put your financial wellbeing on the line, you need to make sure that you know what...
Why should you perform a title search when selling a home?
One of the most important steps in buying or selling a home in California is a title search. A title search can uncover title defects that need to be remedied before the property can be sold. A seller who tries to sell property with a defective title may be liable for...