PROPERTY LAW

Book Title: How to Buy a House in California (Paperback) by Ralph E. Warner (Author), Ira Serkes (Author), George Devine (Author), Ilona M. Bray (Author) Editorial Reviews: Robert Bruss, syndicated real estate columnist Invest in this book… It’s virtually impossible to think of anything left out. They anticipated every question buyers might have. Laurie Brian, […]

If you signed a lease when you moved in, the landlord under normal circumstances should not be able to move you–he should resolve whatever problem he has in another way (check the lease language however). If you did not sign a lease unfortunately in most jurisdictions he probably can move you or even terminate your […]

SUBDIVISION COVENANTS OFTEN PIT TREE OWNERS AGAINST THOSE WHO WANT TO PRESERVE VIEWS As property values go up, the value of views increases. This has caused some property owners in certain subdivisions to sue to remove trees under restrictive covenants. Covenants often contain provisions that are protective of views. Even if covenants do not contain […]

Q: Someone hit a golf ball into the ruff (a hillside). The grass was too long and the golfer didn’t see a hole, slipped, fell and broke his ankle. Is the golf course liable? A: Normally a golfer assumes the risk and the golf course user agreements also make that clear. But if the facts […]

If you’ve spent months searching for the perfect home, the last thing you want are delays in the mortgage approval process. Unfortunately, a delay in getting approved for your mortgage can push back the closing or be a viable reason for the seller to cancel the purchase contract. One problem causing delays is documentation. Even […]

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