What to Do If Your Home Has Construction Defects After It Is Built

What to Do If Your Home Has Construction Defects After It Is Built

California law allows homeowners to improve the odds they will be compensated when contractors make errors while building their home. The 2003 Right to Repair Act requires a homeowner to give the builder/developer/contractor notice before filing litigation.  It also...
What Should You Know About Contractor Requirements?

What Should You Know About Contractor Requirements?

Choosing the right contractor for home repairs can be challenging. Scheduling bids, checking references, and managing contracts are all part of the process. Before you sign, remember to do your research regarding your contractor’s license. A little information...
Protect Yourself When Relocating an Easement

Protect Yourself When Relocating an Easement

What is An Easement? An easement is a type of legal permission granted to someone (normally an adjacent neighbor) to make use of property they do not own. Property easements often allow neighbors (the easement holders) the right to use land they do not own to gain...
Can an HOA Sue if a Homeowner Declares Bankruptcy?

Can an HOA Sue if a Homeowner Declares Bankruptcy?

When homeowners fall behind on mortgage payments and Homeowners Association (HOA) monthly fees, they may be in for a disappointing surprise if they file for bankruptcy. Relief from their past due HOA monthly fees and assessments may not be possible in bankruptcy....
Help! My Neighbor’s Tree is Obstructing My View

Help! My Neighbor’s Tree is Obstructing My View

You had an unobstructed view of the San Francisco Bay from your living room window, your neighbor planted a tree, over the years the tree grew and now your view is gone.  What can you do about your view? View-Blocking Trees and Property Value In certain San Francisco...