Opening a small business in Los Angeles can be a daunting task, but one of the biggest decisions one must make is whether to buy or lease business property. One of the main benefits of leasing versus buying is that the initial capital required to lease is less than...
No standard agreement exists for a commercial lease. In fact, it is typical for people in Los Angeles and other parts of California to negotiate the terms of a commercial lease. A few tips may help to negotiate commercial leases effectively. First, it is important to...
Purchasing a house in Los Angeles is a complicated and lengthy process. A majority of used homes feature some items requiring upgrading or replacement -- for instance, rusted pipes or outdated wiring. However, in general, the seller has a duty to disclose any major...
Drafting and executing a lease is a crucial step for both lessees and lessors in business. Making a single mistake in this complex process can be costly long term. However, an attorney can guide you through process of negotiating, drafting and then reviewing...
Voters in Los Angeles have approved a new measure that imposes new requirements on certain residential development projects. Measure JJJ applies to projects where builders are seeking zoning changes, such as constructing more units than allowed or in a location where...
A man in California who purchased a mansion in cash was under the impression that the home was 15,000 square feet in size. However, a couple of years later, he discovered that the home's square footage was actually listed as being under 10,000 in records for the home....
A real estate attorney can ensure that the provisions in your real estate contract will protect you. You can also have a claims strategy designed that mitigates losses and maximizes your ability to get insurance coverage in the future, even in a challenging market....
A commercial lease serves as a contract between a business and a landlord for the rental of real property. Many businesses decide to rent property rather than buying it since this does not require as much capital. In Los Angeles and elsewhere, commercial leases are...
Joint ventures such a partnerships in real estate development can be complex in Los Angeles. However, an attorney can help people to address the many facets of real estate investment partnerships. The types of projects in which investors can benefit from an attorney's...
Experienced stock investors in Southern California know that real estate investment trusts (REITs) are generally a sound investment and have been doing well. Those who wisely chose to invest in REITs have likely seen favorable returns this year and over the past...