In a perfect world, people would get into an agreement, adhere to the terms and be pleased with the outcome. Unfortunately, our world isn’t perfect, and problems crop up that sometimes lead to delays and unkept promises. However, if the other party fails to fulfill...
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3 types of easements in real estate
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...
Avoid this mistake if you’re in a partnership dispute
Partnerships depend on the owners being able to work together. There are times when disputes can cause issues with the business. Properly handling these can help the company to continue running smoothly. When you’re working through a partnership dispute, one of the...
Can you tell whether a prospective tenant will cause problems?
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...
Is it legal to flip properties or resell homes for profit?
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...
What are some of the reasons to use a partnership agreement?
A partnership agreement is a legally-binding document signed by two business partners when they start their company. It’s wise to have this framework in place, but some business owners decide not to do so. They simply agree with a handshake deal, or they trust each...
A non-compete agreement may need some limits
A non-compete agreement is a way for an employer to ensure that a worker doesn’t leave their business and start directly working for the competition. The employer may also use this as a way to ensure that the employee doesn’t learn how to work in the industry and then...
When is an eviction illegal in California?
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...
Avoid these 3 mistakes when buying a house
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...
How mediation can help resolve a contract dispute
Litigating a contract dispute can be an expensive and time-consuming affair. In addition, none of the parties to the dispute has much control of the situation once it is in court. Fortunately, there is a less adversarial and quicker way of resolving such a dispute -...

