Real Estate Law

The line between a thriving business and a costly dispute often comes down to your commercial lease. As a California business owner, your lease should support a strong working relationship with your landlord. Clear terms on responsibilities, maintenance and exit...

Boundary disputes can theoretically affect any type of real property. Businesses and individuals might try to access, use or even build on property that technically belongs to someone else. When property owners realize that someone else has started using their land or...

As you start a business or expand an existing operation, the process may require purchasing real estate. You may also have noticed businesses operating out of what appear to be residential properties. For example, a law office may be located in an older home in a...

In real estate, what you see is not always what you get, especially in property misrepresentation. This can lead to serious problems for both buyers and sellers in California, such as canceling the sale or seeking damages. Knowing how misrepresentation works and what...

Easements provide access to real property or to the resources contained on real property, such as water. Neighbors and utility companies are among the parties who may pursue or hold an easement.  Easements could allow a local electrical company to access supply lines...

Gov. Gavin Newsom recently signed a bill into law that closes what’s been called the “last major loophole” in property tax foreclosures.  What does that mean? When homeowners become delinquent on their property taxes, the local government can foreclose on the property...

Keeping your rental property safe is not just about comfort; it’s also part of your legal responsibility. When a tenant or visitor slips or trips on your property, you could face a liability claim. That’s why taking steps to prevent these accidents is essential for...

Renting out your property is built on an agreement that the tenant will use it according to the terms of the lease. When a tenant lists the property on Airbnb or another short-term rental platform without your knowledge, it can create legal and financial concerns. ...

Some businesses aren’t able to purchase properties to establish their company. In those cases, they may decide that leasing a building is the option that’s best for their needs. If you’re in this position, you’ll have to review the commercial lease once you find the...

An easement is a legal arrangement that grants an outside party the right to access, cross or otherwise utilize the real property of another party. A neighbor with a landlocked parcel that has no road frontage might seek an easement to allow them to access their...