What to do when a Seller Fails to Disclose a Home Defect?

3 years ago

What does California law require a seller of a home to disclose? California law requires any seller of a property…

California Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Guide

3 years ago

What is an accessory dwelling unit? An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is defined as an additional living space to a…

California Proposition 19

3 years ago

On November 3, 2020, California voted in favor of Proposition 19. Passing this proposition gives a new property tax break…

Responsibilities Involved with Closing on a House Purchase

3 years ago

Closing on a house is the final step before the house legally becomes the buyer’s. The process involves the buyer…

What Are the Disclosure Requirements When Selling Your Home?

3 years ago

Residential property sellers in California must give disclosures under Section 1102 of the California Civil Code. In writing, they describe…

The Fair Housing Act and Discrimination in Real Estate

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What Is the Fair Housing Act? The Fair Housing Act (FHA) makes it illegal for various real estate and lending…

California “Homestead” Laws

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What Is a “Homestead” Protection? Homestead laws protect people from getting their homes foreclosed or seized during times of personal…

Human Trafficking in California

3 years ago

According to California Penal Code Section 236.1, the crime of human trafficking is depriving another person of his personal liberty…

Tenants’ Right to Repairs in California

3 years ago

What is the tenants’ right to repairs? In California, tenants are afforded the right to live in a habitable environment.…

Felon In Possession of a Firearm in California: PC 29800

3 years ago

Can a California Felon Be in Possession of a Firearm? California statute Penal Code 29800 makes it a felony offense…