The Ten Qualities You Need in Your California Real Estate Attorney
Choosing an attorney to handle a legal matter on your behalf is an important decision. Like doctors, attorneys can practice in a variety of specializations.…
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Is San Francisco About to Double Transfer Taxes on Real Estate?
If you have bought or sold real estate in and around San Francisco, you will probably be familiar with transfer taxes. Bay area counties levy…
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I Think My HOA is Being Unfair. What are my Options?
If you live in California, you may have also joined a Home Owner’s Association (HOA) when you bought your home. Like these other California residents,…
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Does it Really Matter if I Have a “Cloud” on my Title?
When it’s time to sell your home, you will probably make repairs, do some cosmetic work, and then have your real estate agent take all…
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What is a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)?
Investing in real estate at the right time and place can result in substantial returns. However, numerous factors can influence your venture’s potential success. Issues…
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Understanding Easement Obligations: Do Users Have to Help Pay for Maintenance?
When you own property that is subject to an easement, it can mean several things. For instance, a utility company may have the right to…
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What is a “Corona Clause,” and do I need one in my California Real Estate Contract?
Since the outbreak of COVID-19, Californians have sheltered in place, adapted to social distancing, and learned to respond to new conditions. While many of the…
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What Will the End of California’s Judicial Eviction and Foreclosure Moratorium Mean for Landlords and Tenants?
In April of 2020, the California Judicial Council issued several temporary emergency rules in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Rules 1 and 2 relate specifically…
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What You Need to Know About Proposition 21- California Rent Control is Back on the Ballot
The debate over how to address California’s rising housing prices has been going on for years. In 2018, Proposition 10 made it onto the ballot. …
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What are My Options in California if the Seller Failed to Disclose a Material Defect?
Buying a home can be an exciting and intense process, especially in a competitive market. When you finally find the right place at the right…
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Can I Get a Flat Fee in a California Real Estate Case?
Whether you are buying a home, entering into a commercial lease, or examining property records, understanding all of the associated legal documents can be confusing…
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Is a New California Bill Going to Let Commercial Tenants Break Leases?
On March 19, 2020, Governor Gavin Newsom issued a stay-at-home order to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. While some essential businesses have remained operational…
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