Under California law, real estate agents are obligated to disclose every known material fact that may affect the choice of a buyer. This same requirement applies to sellers of residential real estate. If these parties fail to abide by the law, this is grounds for real...
The buying and selling of private and commercial properties is an integral part of the economy in Los Angeles and throughout California. Regardless if they are investors looking to improve and re-sell, average families searching for a dream home, or business owners...
It is no secret that the sharing economy has put a burden on housing markets across the country, most notably through Airbnb and other short-term rental exchanges like it. As small-time investors snatch up spaces for the sole purpose of using them as short-term rental...
The historic Ford Factory building in downtown Los Angeles has undergone many transitions since its construction over a century ago. Its recent metamorphosis into an office building with retail space has been slow in catching on, and the owners have been trying to...
To most eyes, the property seems like a lavish, eight-acre estate in the peaceful hills of central Los Angeles. However, those who know better understand that the pristine convent is at the center of a prolonged real estate dispute involving the most unlikely...
There may be good news for those who are looking to invest in downtown Los Angeles. The real estate market seems to be flourishing, and residential and commercial leases are becoming a hot commodity. The recent purchase of a prestigious 15-story building by a group of...
In our prior posts, we have noted how the near future is bright for construction of commercial projects in Southern California. Cheap money, job growth and population growth are all substantial drivers of this growth. But for investors and developers, the principal...
With the advancements in educational technology, it is common for colleges and universities to offer courses online rather than having students live on campus or commute to classes. Because of this, many institutions save money by minimizing their physical presence....
In a number of our posts, we have highlighted how the commercial real estate industry has shown signs of optimism, both in the construction of new facilities and the creation of mixed use facilities that incorporate retail, office and residential living spaces. Given...
As we noted in our last post, the demand for multifamily residential housing is expected to continue through the next few years. However, open spaces in Los Angeles to construct such buildings is becoming increasingly difficult to come by. According to a recent...