As a California commercial landlord, you may encounter a tenant who wishes to sublet your space for a portion of the lease term. Your tenant may not need the entire space anymore and is looking to generate income by renting some of the rental property. Conversely,...
Tips to reduce tenant disputes
Being a landlord comes with its fair share of risks because there are so many regulations to follow. Because of this, it is important to take certain steps to reduce exposure to liability and tenant conflicts. Treating tenants fairly and minimizing your risks can help...
Will rent control put an end to soaring California prices?
As a landlord in California, you probably watched the past few years with bated breath. Government officials made several attempts to introduce rent control measures to make housing more affordable, but these propositions face continuous defeat. The most recent defeat...
Maintaining a competitive edge in a saturated market
Commercial real estate investments in California encompass a range of niche markets drawing both experienced investors and green professionals looking to expand their portfolio. One of the challenges in a bustling market is the ability to stay competitive. Investors...
How to handle breach of contract in California
Contracts protect business interests and lower the company's risk when entering partnerships, hiring employees or otherwise conducting major transactions. As such, a breach of contract can represent a major financial loss. Learn more about proving a breach of contract...
What responsibilities do you have regarding your commercial tenants?
When you own commercial property that you lease or rent to tenants, failure to live up to your responsibilities to them can result in protracted and expensive legal disputes. While the commercial leases or rental agreements you negotiate with your respective tenants...
What can you deduct from your tenant’s security deposit?
As the owner of rental property, you likely require each new tenant to post a security deposit before they move in. Under normal circumstances, you likely then return this amount to him or her when (s)he moves out at the end of the lease or other rental term....
Top three business startup concerns
Starting a business is a huge undertaking. You have to wear many hats and cover a variety of business details to get things off the ground. Even if you feel as if you have everything in order, there are always unexpected issues that can come up. When a problem...
When can you evict?
As a residential property owner in Los Angeles, your hope is that you will be able to maintain a good relationship with all of your tenants. Doing so ensures that you maintain a strong reputation (which can then also help guarantee that there will rarely be a shortage...
What should you know about commercial real estate zoning?
Before you invest in California commercial real estate, you should carefully check out its zoning restrictions. Why? Because local zoning laws and regulations with regard to the property in which you wish to invest may well determine your ultimate return on...