A group of nuns recently lost their legal effort to prevent pop singer Katy Perry from buying their former convent. After this last ruling, the singer is now one step closer to being able to move into the beautiful property, something she has been trying to do since 2015. The property includes fountains, several buildings […]

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An easement is a property right providing the holder of the right an interest in the land of another individual. These types of rights have an influence on various kinds of real estate transactions. In some cases, a real estate dispute may erupt in Los Angeles or in another California city over an easement. An example of […]

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Managing property is no easy task. The list of things for which you are responsible is long and complex. Not only do you deal with building maintenance, but you may also be required to vet tenants and keep the books. You need a good understanding of landlord-tenant laws and the ability to handle people in […]

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The real estate industry is constantly changing. While this can be an exciting element of the real estate management business, it can also be a challenging one. People who have experience managing property understand that legal issues concerning both property and tenants can crop up at virtually any time. This is an unquestionably challenging aspect […]

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The real estate buying and selling process can be complicated for a wide range of reasons in Los Angeles. One common reason for a real estate dispute is a seller’s failure to disclose a defect in his or her property. A seller is obligated to disclose any potential problem to prospective purchasers that may impact the property’s […]

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Real estate is a complex area for both a home seller and buyer, but it can be particularly challenging for the buyer. One area in which a real estate dispute may surface in Los Angeles or other parts of California involves construction defects. Typically, these cases are based on contracts between developers and homeowners. According to the […]

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California has some of the strictest disclosure laws in the country. Along with the typical disclosures of flood risks, environmental concerns and issues with systems in the building, commercial property owners must also provide information on energy efficiency, disability access compliance and more. In 2015, the SB 1171 law was passed by the California state […]

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Every human being has a right to secure, safe and comfortable accommodation. However, not everyone can afford to own a home. As a result, most people live in rented properties. Both federal and California laws protect tenants from unfair actions (like race, gender, or religion-based discrimination) from their landlords. Thus, if your landlord discriminates against you on […]

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Have you ever driven past a piece of land and thought, “That would make a great…?” If so, you wouldn’t be the first, and you might not even be the first to enquire if that particular piece of land is for sale and at what price. The often repeated mantra of “location, location, location” can […]

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When you’re buying a property, you take steps to know all you can about it. You want to be sure that you know about defects that could impact the property’s value or require repairs, because those are costly. Many sellers do all they can to repair minor issues before selling a home, but some will take […]

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