Before you become the official owner of the home you have agreed to purchase, you will have to go through the closing process. There are several steps involved, which may take several weeks (30-45 days) to complete. If you are getting ready to close on your home, here...
For many years, housing costs in San Francisco have been among the most expensive in he world. Analysts describe this situation as a matter of supply and demand: There just aren't enough housing units for all the people who want to live here. More recently, another...
Real estate transactions, although commonplace in society, can come with pitfalls, setbacks and legal issues. No matter your interest in the matter, it is imperative that you not only understand the issue at hand but also explore ways to remedy the dispute. Often,...
In a major metropolitan area like San Francisco, real estate transactions take place about every day. Residential and commercial sales, leasing, lending, homeowner association issues – these are all part of real estate transactions, just to name a few areas of...
When a real estate dispute arises, the delays associated with sorting the issue out can be costly, time-consuming, and stressful. So, how can you get through them more expeditiously? While you might be able to resolve the matter informally by simply talking through...
Many renters in San Francisco face eviction as their landlords seek more desirable tenants by evicting their current tenants. Tenants who already have legal representation are in relatively good shape, for a knowledgeable attorney can find many ways to defeat an...
Young or old, renting is often the only or best option for housing. Whether it is an apartment, condo or home, a lease is created for the short-term or long-term rental agreement. This establishes a landlord-tenant relationship with each party required to fulfill...
If you decide to sell a property without a real estate agent, it may save you time and money. However, there are several items that should be included in your agreement with the buyer. Transaction agreement The document, called a For Sale By Owner (FSBO) agreement,...
Most states and many local governments require home sellers to disclose certain facts about their homes to potential buyers. The exact requirements differ from place to place, but they usually involve structural issues, defects and environmental factors that may be of...
Part of any real estate transaction in the Bay Area involves valuing the property to be bought and sold. The purpose of property valuation is to give the seller an idea of what price they should sell the property for. A valuation is also necessary for a mortgage...