Most landlords in San Francisco require prospective tenants to deposit a specified amount of money as a security deposit for unpaid rent and damage to the premises. The terms of the deposit should be spelled out in the lease, but California statutes impose certain...
Navigating a real estate transaction can be more difficult that it seems at first blush. And if you mishandle any of the issues that could arise, then you could face some bad outcomes that are detrimental to your plans and your financial wellbeing. That’s why it’s...
Purchasing a home is often one of the biggest investments individuals make. California law requires sellers of real estate to disclose any material defects or problems with a piece of real estate. When you purchased a home and discover a seller failed to disclose...
Imagine waking up to find your apartment no longer has basic utilities, or your landlord refuses to fix a plumbing issue that floods your kitchen. These tactics, while subtle, can be part of a larger strategy known as constructive eviction – a method some landlords...
After years in which San Francisco's commercial real estate market appeared to be in hibernation, it seems to be waking up again. And it appears to be changing. Quiet city Six years ago, the commercial real estate market in San Francisco was red hot. Many properties...
Pursuant to California law, there’s a way that someone can take legal ownership of your land without buying it from you. This is known as adverse possession. Before the property can be legally taken from you, though, several elements have to be met. This includes open...
There’s a lot to navigate when seeking to purchase commercial real estate. While you’ll certainly want to take zoning, location, market access, repairs and maintenance into account, you also have to consider how the property complies with applicable state and federal...
Return-to-office policies continue to reshape San Francisco’s commercial real estate market. As both public and private sectors adapt to new workplace norms, stakeholders witness evolving trends in office demand, rental dynamics and lease agreements. Office space...
When a person or company purchases a property in California, they will have to go through the closing process before they become the legal owners of the property. A real estate law attorney can walk you through this process and make sure nothing is missed. What is...
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...