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...
As a developer, you know that investing in a California investment partnership can prove quite lucrative. But before you invest, you need to make certain that you understand how California law defines and treats these investments. For instance, as FindLaw explains,...
California ranks among the highest in the nation for property taxes. The burden of these taxes is felt largely by commercial property owners in the state. To make their investments worthwhile and bring in the maximum revenue, the owners of commercial properties may...
California landlords must conduct themselves in a specific way to avoid getting into legal trouble. Today, we will take a look at some of the top legal mistakes that landlords should be aware of. This way, they can avoid making them. Many mistakes relate to treating...
While the rental units in a multi-unit residential complex can often look similar, the tenants that occupy them are often very different. Some may like to take long, hot showers, while others may prefer to run their air conditioning units on high nonstop during the...
Construction sites can be dangerous areas, but when everyone focuses on safety, accidents are easily avoidable. As the business owner, you need to put a prevention plan in place to help stop accidents. With a proper prevention plan, your California construction site...
Owning a rental property can be a lucrative business for California residents, but many do not fully realize the numerous responsibilities that come with being a landlord. These go beyond maintaining residential premises that are safe and comfortable for tenants. In...
When you purchase real estate in California, the seller and/or listing agent must disclose any material defects. A material defect is a problem or issue with the property that could negatively affect your decision to buy. The law requires sellers to disclose material...
Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution. It often gets credit for reducing the costs and time investment of litigation. However, you may not always wish to go through mediation to handle your real estate disputes in California. Unfortunately, you may not...
California landlord and tenant relationships can be complicated. Most landlords want to keep the relationship as smooth as possible. The most vulnerable times for a property owner and tenant is the move in and move out times. If a tenant moves out, you need to make...
