You started your business with a friend 5 years ago, but now they want to move on. The problem is that you're not sure how to address it. For instance, perhaps they don't just want to walk away. They own half of the business and they want that value. But do you...
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Can a tenant sublet a property in California?
In most cases, people sublet the property to save on rent or make some money off the additional tenant. Subletting can take two forms. A tenant can move out of the apartment and hand it over to a third party without changing the details on the lease, or they could...
Could a new treehouse lead to a dispute?
Your kids have wanted to have a treehouse for quite a while, so you finally decided to build one. You put it up over the weekend and thought nothing about the structure until your neighbor came over complaining that you put the house in their tree. You were surprised...
Can you trust a handshake deal?
Say you're talking to a new vendor and you decide that you want to order from them. You offer to email them a contract, but they tell you not to worry about it. They just want to do a handshake deal without all the formal paperwork. There are benefits to doing it this...
When can California landlords keep security deposit funds?
If you’re new to being a landlord in California (or anywhere), there’s a lot to learn. California has greater protections for tenants than many states do. Whether you’re renting your guesthouse or an entire home, it’s crucial to know your tenants’ rights – and your...
When is a landlord obligated to make repairs?
As a landlord, it's very important to know when you are legally obligated to repair the space that your tenant is renting. For residential properties, it is always important for landlords to keep the space in a safe and livable condition. Landlords are also obligated...
Can you sell a property during a boundary dispute?
If you own a property and are currently dealing with a boundary dispute, you may be concerned that you won’t be able to sell it. Legally, you can sell a property that has a boundary dispute, but you will need to disclose this information to the buyer. This may make it...
What if a seller lies about the home you just bought?
When you buy a home, you deserve to know exactly what you're buying. It's important for the seller and their agent to be honest with you about the property. If they lie to you and intentionally mislead you, that could cause you to spend money on a home you wouldn't...
Can landlords limit the visitors to a rental unit?
When someone signs a lease and moves into a rental unit, they will treat that space as their home. They will want to use that space to socialize as well as to sleep and store their possessions. Having visitors over to a rental unit is a frequent source of disputes...
Your business partner should be different, but should also share qualities
Choosing the right business partner is very important when starting a company. You need to know that you have chosen someone who will not hold the company back and who will help it flourish. You want to reduce the odds of disputes in the future, and you want to give...

