Real Estate Law

In California, buying or selling a home involves numerous disclosures to ensure transparency and protect both parties. Among these disclosures, those related to methamphetamine contamination and the presence of drug labs have become increasingly significant....

The California housing market is relatively competitive. There is a constant demand for housing and inventory levels cannot keep up with that demand. Prices increase in part because of how demand outpaces development. Those hoping to buy a home, including those who...

It seems like more people are wanting to rent rather than buy homes. As a landlord, this is great news to hear. However, you also know that you will likely have a rotation of tenants before someone stays long-term.  While many tenants may leave because they’re looking...

When signing a commercial lease, there are a few different ways for the lease to be set up. Both the person who is drafting it and the one who is signing need to be well aware of their obligations. In part, these are defined by whether or not it is a triple-net lease....

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...

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...