Real Estate Law

In California, a “party wall” refers to a shared wall or structure that divides two adjoining properties, typically in the context of townhouses, condominiums or other multi-unit residential buildings. This wall, which is often constructed along the property line,...

One day, people might remember the 2020s as a revolutionary period when people discovered they could protect and exercise their rights. More Americans than ever are seeking to hold those responsible for wrongdoing to account in a legal setting. This determination to...

Bidding for real estate can be exciting, particularly if it’s for your new home. However, it’s important that prospective buyers do not become lost in the moment (which can happen) and forget about all the legal details.  The money put down for a house is typically...

Finding yourself in the middle of an argument with your neighbor over a property line dispute can be tedious, expensive and cause irreparable damage to your relationship. Having said that, you shouldn’t have to just accept that they’re claiming the land to be theirs...

An easement is an agreement between a property owner and another party regarding the use of the property. Three common types of easements can be attached to a property. Others are also possible but they aren’t as common. Some easements remain attached to the property...

With good marketing and a healthy dose of luck, only law-abiding, well-mannered people will apply to rent your open residential unit. Unfortunately, you might end up with a lemon of a tenant despite your background checks and other forms of due diligence. If you end...

California is home to some of the hottest and most expensive real estate markets in the entire country. The prices in California tend to be higher when compared with many other states, largely because the demand for real property is high. Recently, people who would...

As a landlord, you must follow due process when evicting your tenant. You may have valid reasons for wanting your tenant out, but you cannot take the law into your own hands. If you evict your tenant unlawfully, you may expose yourself to legal trouble should they sue...

House hunting can be exciting. Unfortunately, the thrill of the chase can sometimes cloud people’s judgment, causing them to leap headfirst into deals they live to regret. On top of that, the housing market can sometimes be so pressured that people feel they need to...

Many people are attracted to California real estate because it makes such a smart investment. As a landlord, though, there are certain laws you need to know and adhere to, to avoid issues.  California is known for strict landlord-tenant laws, so knowing what they are...