Real estate prices in California have remained among the highest in the nation in recent decades. When you spend more per square foot or acre than people in other places, it's only natural to be defensive about your property rights. Few issues can damage your...
If you are a California property owner, you already know that tenants’ rights are strong in our state. But that by no means leaves property owners without options when dealing with their tenants. One situation that you could, unfortunately, have to face involves a...
Everybody dreads living near a person who makes lots of noise at all hours of the day and night on a regular basis. When you live in an apartment, there seems to be no way to escape this individual’s blaring music, parties that last until the wee hours or boisterous...
Businesses and private investors in California know the value of commercial real estate holdings, thus prompting many to look for whatever opportunities become available to build up such properties. As is the case across all real estate segments, often the key to a...
If you own or rent a commercial unit in a building with other owners or renters, there is a good chance you have at least one party wall. Party walls are simply the walls between two or more separately owned properties. Keeping party walls in good condition is in the...
As a landlord, you probably do not like to think about disputing with your tenants. Most landlords hope for a cordial relationship with their tenants. Unfortunately, disputes do happen and you have to be prepared to handle them when they do. Moneycrashers has advice...
For many property owners, their homes represent many things, from reaching an important life stage to the centers of their families. Mortgage fraud, however, may jeopardize their homeownership, as well as bring other repercussions. Having an understanding of mortgage...
You know you want to develop commercial properties, but you have little experience in the field. Could a checklist help you experience peace of mind? Crexi offers tips for reducing risk when investing in business properties. Understand how to protect your time and...
As Los Angeles continues to struggle with an affordable housing crisis, the Department of Building and Safety and Mayor Eric Garcetti have introduced a program designed to offer fast approval for Accessory Dwelling Units. Developers who wish to build these structures...
Finding renters for your property is arguably one of your biggest challenges as a landlord. Establishing your expectations early on can hopefully minimize discord and encourage compliance. As you consider renters, use tenant screening to help you identify potential...
