For many people, their real estate holdings are their biggest assets. They may spend years paying off a mortgage and fixing up a property so that they can sell it for the largest amount possible. Even those who have recently inherited property may have an interest in...
As someone attempting to purchase real estate, one of the first steps in the process is the submission of an offer. There is a lot at risk when you submit an offer. Perhaps most obviously, there's the possibility that your circumstances might change, forcing you to...
Conducting due diligence in real estate transactions is very important. If you are thinking of purchasing property, you should take reasonable measures before executing an agreement to purchase a property. This process entails assessing the risk associated with the...
Buying or selling a piece of real estate will probably be one of the biggest financial transactions you ever complete. You may spend decades paying for your home and commit a significant percentage of your regular income toward the transaction. Still, you might only...
Lawmakers in California have spent years trying to deal with a housing shortage in the state that some experts put as high as 3.5 million units. Three efforts to revise certain zoning laws have failed in recent years, but a less aggressive bill was passed by the...
As an adult worker in California, it's understandable to feel like you could be getting more from your employer. However, the company you work for might not be able to offer you a raise or monetary bonus. If you're feeling unsatisfied with the way you're getting...
California businesses who enter into contracts will likely end up handling an anticipatory breach at some point in time. As a business owner, it is vital that you understand how to recognize this breach. This way, you can react accordingly to help ensure the financial...
California home and property buyers should be well informed about a property disclosure. This is a mandated document by the state of California that requires the seller to specify any major issues with the property. As a buyer, this document will help you to determine...
A California small business owner could go many years without facing a lawsuit. Then, one day, a process server arrives. Unfortunately, any business could find itself facing litigation. Everything from an unsatisfied customer to a premises liability claim may result...
There are all kinds of things the government does to incentivize investment and job growth. Section 179 of the IRS tax code allows people to deduct money used for business equipment, for example. Section 1031 makes it possible for California investors to limit their...
