Not all pieces of real estate are easy to access and use. In some cases, you will need to secure an easement in order to access a piece of property with no road frontage, connect to utilities or otherwise make the best possible use of a piece of land. Many people...
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What are unfair business practices?
Unfair business practices are hard to define because there isn’t a single definition that’s going to give you a good understanding of what they are. However, there are a variety of actions that may be seen as unfair business practices. Those unfair actions could lead...
How much of a security deposit can you charge a tenant in California?
Landlord-tenant law can vary quite a bit from state to state, but California is fairly “tenant-friendly” in its terms. New changes to the laws regarding rentals make it even more so. In general, landlords are limited in how much of a security deposit they can demand...
What to do when someone owes your business money
If you own a business, at some point, you will have the problem of someone owing you money and not paying. Here is what you should do if someone owes you money: Look at the big picture: Is this the first time in 20 years that your client has been late with a payment?...
California extends eviction protections for tenants
California has some of the highest rents in the nation, and San Diego is one of the most popular cities in the state. Tenants struggling to make ends meet because of the unpredictable events of the year so far will likely feel relieved to hear that Gov. Gavin Newsom...
What kinds of questions does your partnership agreement need to answer?
You wouldn’t form a business partnership with someone unless you thought that you were compatible and your future together was bright. But what if it isn’t? Partnerships sometimes come apart at the seams. A good partnership agreement can often prevent that from...
Fence conflicts can lead to real property disputes
It can take years for a San Diego family to save enough money to buy their own home and the land that it sits on. Once they have title to their own real property, they may feel protective of it and their right to control how it is used. When a neighbor takes an action...
Are their ways an easement may be terminated?
Easements are an important property right it is beneficial for property owners and those considering a property purchase to understand. While most easements are permanent, there are circumstances, or ways, in which an easement may be terminated. Understanding those...
Receiver seeks court permission to sue Chicago Title for fraud
About one year ago, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission sued former San Diego restaurateur Gina Champion-Cain for fraud in connection with an investment scheme she established. Now, the receiver in the case is requesting court permission to pursue...
Transferring Real Estate to Related Parties
Be careful when transferring real estate to related parties. Often times, real estate owners purchase a property in the name of a limited liability company or the name of a spouse for various reasons such as liability protection or credit problems. Later, the owner...

