What happens if you discover serious problems with your newly purchased home? Consider situations like these: You notice a consistent foul odor in your home, and discover a 20-year-old unpermitted bathroom addition has an improperly installed sump pump vent requiring...
A home inspection is your assurance that the house you are ready to buy is in sound condition. So please be advised: before you hire an inspector, make sure they are licensed as a contractor. There is reason for caution. In California, anyone can say they are a home...
The time has come to sell your home–you have a million details to think about. But before any transaction can be finalized, take note: California law requires you to provide full disclosure of anything and everything in your house or on your property that is not...
Discovering a mechanics lien on your property title can ruin your whole day, and your bank balance. Every day unsuspecting property owners who trusted construction work they hired out was complete and all parties paid – learn differently. When a subcontractor...
Part One – HOA Overview Over the next couple of months we will explore the legal issues of Home Owners Associations (HOAs). We’ll focus on topics unique to California residents, typical legal challenges encountered by homeowners, and how to anticipate and...
Imagine receiving a letter from the owner of your rental home or apartment asking you to vacate because they are planning to move into your apartment. Surprise! Can your owner-landlord kick you out and move in? Yes, they can – the property belongs to them....
