On behalf of Goodkin APC | Jun 22, 2020 | real estate litigation
California real estate professionals like you may sometimes get into disputes. Whether it is with a client or someone else, disputes are harrowing. Even professionals find these situations stressful. There are different ways to handle disputes. Some methods are...
On behalf of Goodkin APC | Jun 6, 2020 | real estate litigation
As someone who works in construction, you may have recently had a client ask you for an escrow holdback agreement. This can occur whether you are building new construction or providing renovation and repair services. If you are not yet familiar with escrow, it is...
On behalf of Goodkin APC | May 22, 2020 | real estate litigation
As a property owner, you may eventually face a landlord and tenant dispute. While no one wants to handle this type of dispute, it is common for property owners to have to deal with it. Odds are, you will have to eventually. If you must evict a tenant, you need to...
On behalf of Goodkin APC | May 11, 2020 | real estate litigation
Mold is a natural fungus that thrives in moist environments. It is not uncommon for mold to grow in areas of the home, such as in bathrooms, beneath the sink or in basements. Though molds are not poisonous in and of themselves, some do product mycotoxins, which can...
On behalf of Goodkin APC | May 11, 2020 | real estate litigation
Under the Fair Housing Act, property owners cannot discriminate against you based on your disability. Most often, when people think about the Fair Housing Act, they think about it in reference to being offered or declined housing. For instance, if you meet with your...
On behalf of Goodkin APC | Apr 27, 2020 | real estate litigation
No landlord looks forward to evicting a tenant. The legal process associated with eviction costs both money and time, especially if the tenant disputes your claims. You will also need to find a new tenant to occupy the property, and it can take time to find an ideal...
On behalf of Goodkin APC | Apr 24, 2020 | real estate litigation
Whether renting office spaces or apartments, property owners have an obligation to ensure the safety of their properties for tenants’ use. While they may easily identify and resolve some potential hazards, such as a stairwell in ill-repair, property owners may not...
On behalf of Goodkin APC | Apr 22, 2020 | real estate litigation
When you own commercial apartment or home rentals, you are responsible for following state, local and federal laws for tenant screening. Failure to do so can result in an expensive lawsuit. These are the key regulations for fair tenant screening in Los Angeles. ...
On behalf of Goodkin APC | Apr 8, 2020 | real estate litigation
In California, tenants and landlords across the board must have a working relationship. It is important for both parties to coexist in peace. Unfortunately, as humans, disputes are an inevitable part of life. But because you have a dispute with a tenant, that does not...
On behalf of Goodkin APC | Mar 17, 2020 | real estate litigation
A new law took effect in California on January first, which affects how much landlords are able to increase rent. The Housing Rights Center held a meeting recently to discuss the new housing and rent policies. While the meeting focused largely on the new tenant...
