Real Estate Law

The Americans with Disabilities Act is a federal law that prohibits discrimination based on disability in various public and private settings. The ADA primarily targets businesses and public spaces, but residential landlords should also know how this law impacts them....

What do you look for in a tenant for your residential property? Most landlords try to find renters who won’t cause any damage or disturb the neighbors. Of course, the ability to pay the rent on time, every time, is probably also a priority. Do you have a process to...

Navigating real estate deals can be complicated enough, but when a quitclaim deed comes into play, it can add another layer of complexity. It’s essential to know how quitclaim deeds work and their implications on real estate transactions. What is a quitclaim deed? A...

There are several ways for those with good credit or financial resources to capitalize on those assets and generate profit or personal revenue. Buying real estate is one way to use good credit or personal wealth to generate ongoing income or a sizable amount of money...

If you are a landlord, it goes without saying that you want a tenant who pays their rent on time, is at peace with neighbors and handles your property like their own. As such, it is not uncommon to include a no-pet policy in the lease agreement. But what happens if a...

Typically, when buying a home, you purchase some of the land around it. This is especially the case with detached houses that are out of the city center. You have a legal entitlement to enjoy your property and its land without interference.   For example, you may have...

There are two main types of easements that can be used in real estate. The first is an easement in gross and the second is an easement appurtenant. These are similar in some ways, but there are some key differences to be aware of. To start with, an easement in gross...

When buying a home, there's an essential element that should never be underestimated: contingency clauses. These clauses are crucial in protecting potential home buyers, ensuring that specific conditions must be met before the contract becomes legally binding....

If your neighbor has a tree close to your property, its branches may pass the boundaries. This means you may have to deal with fallen leaves and branches, interfering with the use and enjoyment of your property, which can result in numerous conflicts. Thus, it's...

Owning rental property can be a great investment. But while California law recognizes your right to invest in a rental property, it also grants tenants certain rights. Every landlord dreams of a tenant who pays their rent on time, uses the property per the terms of...