It is common for local areas to create ordinances to help protect tenants in rental situations. According to the Los Angeles County Consumer & Business Affairs, the Los Angeles County Rest Stabilization Ordinance is a law that limits rent increases and offers eviction protections.  There are several conditions of this ordinance that may alter protections, and it […]

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Some types of insurance, such as general liability, are a necessity for all businesses, but your company may need coverage unique to your business circumstances. Likewise, a standard policy may be missing crucial clauses while some inclusions are unnecessary.  Consider whether these types of insurance may be right for your business.  Auto insurance A car accident could […]

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If you are thinking about evicting a tenant, there are many factors to go over. For example, you have to think about the financial side of eviction, as well as the feasibility of discussing these matters with your tenant. On their website, the Office of the Attorney General provides a number of helpful tips for […]

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From exchanging products and services to leasing and transferring real estate, legal contracts are an essential part of American commerce. Adopted by every state in the U.S., the Uniform Commercial Code ensures that businesses can rely on the law to enforce those contracts if necessary.  In the event of a contract breach, the non-breaching party may be […]

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Commercial real estate laws are much different than those for residential real estate because the goals are different. In commercial real estate, you have the right to limit who you rent to.  While you cannot discriminate based on protected factors, such as race or religion, the California Department of Real Estate does state that you […]

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Adverse possession is a legal concept governing the possession of land owned by someone else. The adverse possessor acquires valid title to the property in question as long as he or she has the land for the length of time dictated by the state statute and meets all common law requirements.  The doctrine of adverse possession helps […]

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There are many reasons why disputes between landlords and tenants come up. Our blog has touched on eviction and other legal issues that arise when landlords and tenants encounter problems, whether a tenant falls behind on rent or violates a rental agreement in some other manner. Our law office understands that a range of negative […]

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Whether you are an entrepreneur preparing for your first brick-and-mortar opening or an established company looking to relocate or expand, establishing favorable terms during lease negotiations can make the difference between struggling and striving. Businessmen and women themselves, savvy landlords often create lease contracts that ensure the profitability of their own bottom line. One of […]

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Buying commercial real estate is one thing; profiting from it is an entirely different matter. We know that your goal involves the latter. Otherwise, why bother making the purchase in the first place? Even if you are a seasoned real estate investor, there is no harm in reviewing the basics involved in a successful and […]

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As prices rose and real estate sales slowed in Los Angeles during the second quarter of 2020, many developers began to plan their next moves in an unsure market. As reported by the Los Angeles Business Journal last month, multifamily properties such as apartment, townhome and condominium buildings will be the first sector to rebound.  […]

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