Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Estate Planning

Time Frame for Purchasing a Foreclosed Property: Guidance from an Investor Lawyer

When searching for the ideal piece of real estate to buy, properties in foreclosure can be an interesting place to look. Are you an...

Implications of the UK’s Levelling Up Plan & Mission Ten for Landlords

On 2 February 2022, the Government published its Levelling Up White Paper with  the stated goal of enacting a “complete ‘system change’ of how...

APNs are not always reliable in legal descriptions

Assessor’s Parcel Numbers are usually included in the legal description of a deed. But that does not always work; there are...

Checklist for Landlords at the End of Tenancy

``` End of Tenancy Checklist in California At the end of each residential tenancy in California, landlords are required to perform a checklist of tasks to...

Should Commercial Tenants Repay Missed Rent During COVID-19? Legal Analysis for Investors

COVID-19 has wreaked havoc on businesses across Canada, and many commercial tenants have faced enormous revenue shortfalls. Some of them are wondering...

The Act of 2022: Commercial Rent and the Coronavirus

The Act received Royal Assent and came into force on 24 March 2022. The Act creates Protected Rent Debts which are...

The Principle of Merger in Real Estate Transactions in California

The Doctrine of Merger in California real property law provides that when a greater and lesser estate are vested in the same...

Resolving Disputes over Habitability: Tips for Prevention and Resolution

While most landlords and tenants enjoy a peaceful and cordial relationship, there are times wherein disputes arise. This causes stress...