When disputes arise in real estate transactions, remedies may go beyond monetary compensation alone. The injured party may seek a remedy known as “specific performance” when a party fails to fulfill their obligations under a real estate contract. This legal concept, applied in California and other jurisdictions, compels the defaulting party to fulfill their contractual […]
In California real estate, the role of a real estate agent goes beyond mere facilitation of the transaction but carries a significant responsibility to ensure transparency, fairness, and informed decision-making for both buyers and sellers. One fundamental aspect of this duty is the obligation of real estate agents to disclose reports that are in the […]
California has complex laws that govern landlord-tenant relationships, including the often-daunting process of eviction. This article serves as a guide to understanding the eviction process in California, outlining the legal steps, rights, and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants involved. (Note that this is not an exhaustive guide and eviction requirements are dictated based on […]
What is an Easement? If you have ever owned a piece of property with no access to a road, you likely had a nonpossessory right to use your neighbors’ land to get to the road. In other words — an easement. An easement allows the holder to the right of use of someone’s land for […]
Rent control has been in the news hot and heavy for quite a while. While Proposition 10 was not approved there are many changes still being voted on and quasi rent control rules in various cities being implemented throughout California as of July 11, 2019. Rent Increase Cap and Relocation Payments in Inglewood: This month […]
The California Association of Realtors (CAR) has sponsored several changes that impact your legal documents and real estate forms. A number of significant changes and clarifying definitions and terms are now in effect and you should be using these in your real estate practice and transactions. So what do you do with all this? Read it. […]
As a real estate professional, it’s in your best interest to be aware of the latest legal updates and laws that can impact your clients and the way you conduct business. Kendall Law is here exactly for this reason. Here are some of the latest laws that impact a wide variety of areas ranging from […]
Over the next few posts, we’re covering some of the important changes and updates in the law that real estate professionals and those who own real estate need to know. Weekends and Holidays Excluded Effective September 1, 2019 the time to act upon a Three-Day Notice to Pay or Quit or to Perform Covenant or […]
In my last post, we talked about the slippery slope of short-term rentals and how important timeframes and clear rental agreements are to avoid facing the legal challenges under the squatter’s rights. (Read the post here) Many of the same legal issues apply when it comes to vacant properties or if an owner is not […]