Real Estate Law

You and your neighbor have a long-standing dispute about the trees in your yard. Your neighbor complains about the shade and the fact that the trees block their view. You, on the other hand, enjoy the aesthetic appeal that they add to your property and do not want to...

When someone signs a commercial lease, they’re expected to continue making payments for the entire term of that lease. While residential leases often run for 12 months, commercial leases are sometimes longer. A tenant may sign a lease that is intended to last for 3 to...

Encroachment is a common yet often overlooked issue in California’s real estate scene. Understanding how encroachments occur is crucial for homeowners, buyers and developers alike. This phenomenon happens when a property owner unlawfully extends their structure,...

Buying a property is an exciting time for anyone, but it’s one that comes with great responsibilities. One of these is doing their due diligence, including checking for the presence of easements. An easement is a legal right of one party to use another party’s...

When selling real estate, there are numerous disclosures you need to make. These often focus on material issues with the property. For example, if there are defects or damage that you’re aware of, the buyer deserves to know. You have to disclose issues such as broken...

In many ways, once someone purchases a piece of real estate, they are free to use it as they please. They may construct new structures or renovate existing ones. They might put up fences or gates. While permits are often required to ensure these projects are carried...

If you are about to buy a house, you need to bear in mind that something might occur that causes you to change your mind. By inserting a few contingency clauses into the contract you give yourself the option of backing out if those things occur. Here are some of the...

Business owners signing new commercial leases are often very excited about the prospect of obtaining new facilities. They may have big plans for the space and the company. Sometimes, entrepreneurs and business owners let their enthusiasm overwhelm their better...

There’s nothing like a property line dispute to turn formerly cordial neighbors into enemies overnight – and they can be surprisingly hard to resolve. Imagine, for example, that you want to build a fence on your property line to keep your dog in (and other dogs out),...

As a California landlord, knowing the difference between normal wear and tear and property damage helps guide your actions after a tenant moves out. It can help you determine if problems with the rental property are significant enough to keep their security deposit....