Renting out your property through sites like Airbnb and Vrbo can be a great way to generate income. While these companies make it extremely easy to list residences for rent, there are a host of legal considerations that you should take into account before taking the...
Month: January 2025
Environmental considerations in a real estate transaction
Real estate transactions in California involve many moving parts and environmental considerations are one issue that could be overlooked. Environmental issues can arise at any point during a real estate transaction. If they are not addressed, they can disrupt the...
Can I put a mandatory arbitration clause in commercial leases?
Local commercial real estate landlords are always on the lookout for ways to streamline their processes and reduce costs. One huge cost is litigation costs, which is why many landlords wonder if they can put a mandatory arbitration clause in their commercial real...
Can landlords use security deposits to pay for repairs?
The security deposit is a sum that represents trust between landlord and tenant. Yet, it often becomes a source of dispute at the end of a lease. Can landlords dip into these funds to cover repair costs? Security deposits serve as a financial safety net for landlords...