When property taxes go unpaid for a certain length of time, the taxing authority may auction the property off to satisfy the tax debt. Nearly anyone may buy a property at a tax sale, with a few exceptions, such as the tax collector who is holding the sale. Property tax auctions are often excellent opportunities […]

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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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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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In recent weeks, many people across the U.S. have lost their jobs. This often results in financial strain, such as the inability to pay bills, including rent. As a landlord, there are a host of factors to take into consideration when it comes to back rent, especially if a dispute with your tenant surfaces. It […]

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As the owner of rental property, you likely require each new tenant to post a security deposit before they move in. Under normal circumstances, you likely then return this amount to him or her when (s)he moves out at the end of the lease or other rental term. Sometimes, however, you may need to keep […]

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Starting a business is a huge undertaking. You have to wear many hats and cover a variety of business details to get things off the ground. Even if you feel as if you have everything in order, there are always unexpected issues that can come up. When a problem happens, it can delay your ability […]

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As a residential property owner in Los Angeles, your hope is that you will be able to maintain a good relationship with all of your tenants. Doing so ensures that you maintain a strong reputation (which can then also help guarantee that there will rarely be a shortage of demand for your properties). Yet despite […]

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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 investment.  Per FindLaw, zoning generally falls into one of the following five categories:  If you […]

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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, Section 17955 of the California Revenue and Taxation Code defines an investment partnership as one in […]

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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 pass some or all of this burden onto their tenants. According to […]

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