Increasingly, people are using living trusts rather than their wills to pass on the bulk of their assets to their family and other beneficiaries. The primary advantage of a living trust for most people is that assets in it typically don’t have to go through probate....
The commercial-landlord relationship can differ from a residential one due to its complexities. While you may have invested in commercial real estate (CRE) due to its benefits, you may conflict with your tenants. Below are four causes of such disputes: 1. Late...
Across California, depending on what area you’re in, you may see multiple electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in parking lots of commercial structures where people grocery shop, go to the movies and bank. You’ll see them on the properties of commercial office...
When investing in a commercial property, there are things you should do to ensure you are making the right investment. One of the things you should do is to conduct a title search. This process entails recovering documents that show the history of the commercial...
A living trust is a legal document that allows individuals to transfer their assets into a trust during their lifetime, with the aim of managing and distributing those assets upon their death. While not everyone needs a living trust, there are certain situations where...
Savvy California real estate investors and developers keep abreast of news that could affect the commercial and residential real estate markets alike. Shifts in one market may serve as harbingers for shifts in the other, so taking a broad view when digesting...
Real estate is renowned as one of the most reliable investments. California investors have a vast range of options to choose from. And most choose commercial real estate (CRE) due to its high-income potential and tax benefits. Additionally, investors can make money in...
In September of 2022, California Governor Gavin Newsome signed a pair of bills into law that will allow numerous commercial properties to be redeveloped as residential real estate. Most notably, large commercial spaces that used to house retailers and are now vacant...
Creating a will is the responsible thing to do. It helps ensure your family knows your wishes and how to handle your estate when you pass away. However, you may not realize that a will is not a set-it-and-forget-it document. It requires updates and changes throughout...
There are often benefits to an HOA, such as shared services between homeowners or mutual amenities that they can use – like a park or a tennis court. An HOA also tells homeowners what they can expect when they’re living there, which many of them are looking for....