You may find yourself in a position where your business needs to vacate its premises early. A major concern for many tenants is determining if the remaining debt belongs solely to the company or if it extends to their personal finances. The answer often depends on the...
Buying your first house in San Francisco is an achievement. But before you sign the purchase agreement with the seller, you must perform two key steps: title search and title insurance. These might sound redundant, but understanding their purpose is key to protecting...
Landlords in California are allowed under state law to ask for a security deposit. However, California regulates this common practice, at least for residential rental properties. According to the Office of the Attorney General, here are some highlights of California’s...
Property line disputes can turn friendly neighbors into opponents. In California, boundary disagreements often start with unclear deeds or misplaced fences. Sometimes changes in landscaping make the problem worse. Knowing your rights and taking the right steps can...
Many San Francisco residents may be able to acquire the residential or commercial property they need off the public market by turning to friends and family. In other situations, a family member may be willing to finance the purchase of a property privately. When all...
With the rise of artificial intelligence, there are more ways than ever for landlords or would-be landlords to self-service their own legal needs, especially with respect to drawing up a lease agreement and related documents. There have been form leases available for...
Owning a property affords some San Francisco residents the opportunity to derive income. If they do not want to rent the property outright, but are willing to use it as a short-term rental, it can be a lucrative endeavor, particularly for vacationers and people who...
In the heart of California’s vibrant real estate market, a growing number of homeowners are choosing to take the reins and sell their properties themselves, bypassing traditional listing agents. This for-sale-by-owner route can feel empowering; however, for both...
Like many other cities in the greater Bay Area, San Francisco has a local ordinance in place both to control rent increases and to offer eviction protection. According to the local government’s website, the San Francisco Rent Ordinance applies to certain residential...
It’s easy to fall in love with a piece of property. And when that happens, you might be convinced that you need to do whatever it takes to secure it. But taking that approach can cause you to cut corners and make costly mistakes that leave you locked into a property...