California rental laws require landlords to provide tenants with certain disclosures and information when they enter into a California rental agreement. These disclosures are designed to ensure that both tenant and landlord understand their rights and responsibilities under California law. Some disclosures are not mandatory and are only required if they are relevant to the […]
Don’t Let Wire Fraud Real Estate Scams at Closing Stress You Out: Here’s How You Can Avoid It
For years you diligently save up to buy your first house. After months of searching through listings, you finally find your dream home and make an offer that gets accepted. Just days before closing, everything goes smoothly until you get an email from your “real estate agent” instructing you to wire the down payment for […]
Top Types of Real Estate Scams in 2022 and What We Can Learn From Them
The real estate market can be a lucrative place for investors, but it also has its pitfalls. There are real estate scams out there waiting to take advantage of those who aren’t aware of these tricks. According to the FBI, in 2020 around 13,638 people fell victim to real estate scams. California continued to experience […]
5 Things to Look for in a Property Ownership Attorney
If you’re in the market for a property ownership attorney, it’s important to know what to look for. Not all attorneys are created equal, and you’ll want to make sure you choose one who is experienced, educated, reputable and responsive. In this blog post, we will go over five things you should look for in […]
Real Estate Law in 2022
As many legal professionals know, the legal industry has been affected by many changes over the years. The legal world is always evolving with new legal challenges, opportunities and innovations—as well as new ways for lawyers to serve their clients even more efficiently and effectively. Given how rapid the legal industry is changing right now […]
New Real Estate Laws in 2021
New Real Estate Laws Whether you are an investor or a homeowner, it is crucial to keep up with the recent developments in real estate before buying or selling. As of 2021, there are new local real estate laws in the state of California that anyone who has interactions in the real estate market should […]