There are times in business when it feels like it makes sense to pool your knowledge, capital and expertise with another person. It gives you options that you wouldn’t otherwise have to work outside your comfort zone and to be a part of projects that excite you. As...
The federal government and the state of California have strong laws in place to help ensure accessibility for everyone to public and certain private buildings for those who use wheelchairs and other mobility aids. This is in addition to accommodations for those who...
There are numerous potential advantages of owning your own business, one of which is having the ability to choose who you partner with. However, this is not always a straightforward process. At times, individuals may believe that going into business with someone they...
A lot of boundary disputes involve fences. For instance, you may believe that the new fence that the business owner who owns the property next to yours just put up is actually on the wrong lot. You think it’s a few yards onto your property, essentially allowing that...
As a California landlord, you have certain obligations to keep your tenants safe and advise them when certain conditions in the building you rent might become compromised. When these issues arise, the question of landlord and tenant responsibility may come into...
Disclosures in real estate tell a potential buyer about issues or areas of concern that relate to a property. For example, a disclosure may let a buyer know the property contains lead paint. There are some required disclosures in California for commercial properties....
A contract is a legal document that creates obligations between the parties who enter the agreement. A breach of contract occurs when one party fails to fulfill any part of its contractual obligation. There are four main types of breach of contract. 1. Minor breach A...
As the new landlord of a California residential property, you still have a lot to learn. For instance, when does a tenant bear financial responsibility for repairs? Apartments.com differentiates landlord and tenant maintenance responsibilities. Understand how to...
The excitement builds as you make plans for starting your own business, but there are so many things to do and decisions to make. Be sure to avoid basic mistakes, such as forgetting to protect your intellectual property and failing to secure your interests with...
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,...
