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Zoning

Understanding Recent Changes to California’s Zoning Laws

On behalf of , P.C. posted in Real Estate on Friday, April 15, 2022.

The changes made to zoning laws in California can impact lenders, buyers, brokers, developers, and other parties involved in real estate matters. The changes reflect a range of issues the state has faced, including: Homelessness Inequality in real estate Housing…

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What Differentiates Inverse Condemnation from Eminent Domain?

On behalf of , P.C. posted in Real Estate on Monday, March 14, 2022.

When the government, federal or state, comes in and damages your property or takes over your property for some public interest, you should be compensated fairly. But if the government doesn’t take the necessary steps to acquire your property, including…

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What Is a Prescriptive Easement in California?

On behalf of , P.C. posted in Real Estate on Thursday, February 10, 2022.

Owners of adjacent or nearby properties often get into disputes with one another over claims of a prescriptive easement. In these claims, one property owner alleges that they have the right to use another’s property, even against the subject property…

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Property Defects

What Property Defects Do I Need to Disclose When Selling in California?

On behalf of , P.C. posted in Real Estate on Tuesday, December 28, 2021.

Typically, a person selling their home must disclose material problems or defects in the property under California state law. If the seller hides issues, they could face a lawsuit for defects the buyer finds after moving in. However, the seller…

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COPA

What Is The Community Opportunity to Purchase Act?

On behalf of , P.C. posted in Real Estate on Friday, December 3, 2021.

The Community Opportunity to Purchase Act (COPA) is a law that affords rights to qualified non-profit organizations to provide the first offer or first refusal to purchase properties on the market. This aims to create housing affordability and prevent the displacement of…

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Squaw Valley Ski Resort

Appeals Court Blocks Expansion of Lake Tahoe Ski Resort

On behalf of , P.C. posted in Real Estate on Friday, September 3, 2021.

The environmental organization Sierra Watch successfully blocked efforts to expand Lake Tahoe’s Squaw Valley ski resort after their appeals were granted by California’s Third District Court of Appeals, according to the Los Angeles Times. The appeals successfully reversed a 2018…

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Homeowners' Rights

If You’re a California Property Owner, Do You Have a Right to a View?

On behalf of , P.C. posted in Real Estate on Thursday, August 19, 2021.

Whether you live in a condo, townhome, house, or another dwelling, you’d probably enjoy having a scenic view. If someone obstructs the view you thought you bought by erecting another building or planting a tree, for example, you wonder what…

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Selling A Home In California

What Are Some Legal Requirements for Selling a Home in California?

On behalf of , P.C. posted in Commercial Real Estate, Real Estate on Saturday, May 15, 2021.

The state of California requires that home sellers disclose details about the property they have on the market. These obligations apply to the vast majority of homeowners in California who are selling their homes. Selling a home without careful planning…

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