Being part of a homeowners association (HOA) in California has several benefits and restrictions. However, when it comes to the rules of an HOA, some are unenforceable and create legal complications for residents and associations. Rules that restrict members unfairly...

Proposed land use and other discretionary planning projects in California can be subject to an environmental review process. This process is provided for in The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), which is a landmark environmental statute put in place to...

If you rent commercial or residential space, disputes with your landlord can arise. Often, these conflicts involve rent increases, repairs or permitted behaviors. Whatever the situation may be, when you are looking for a way to resolve a disagreement, your lease...

Real estate matters are highly complex. And considering the fact that there can be hundreds of thousands of dollars and businesses on the line, navigating even the most straightforward transaction can be complicated.  Buying or leasing property can get even more...

In October 2019, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1482 to regulate and cap a landlord’s ability to increase rent statewide. This law has been met with pushback from landlords as well as the California Rental Housing Association, as they believe capping rent will...

There are a lot of different legal challenges that property owners may have to work through. This is especially true for those who own rental property. Some of the most common challenges that rental property owners or landlords face often involve their tenants....

It can be exciting for entrepreneurs when they start looking for the property to house, establish and develop their business. Most business owners know that finding the right property takes time. After all, the location of a business can be a significant factor that...