Buying your first house is an exciting achievement. Your mind starts to wonder what couch would go well in the living room and what flowers you should plant in your garden. But wait – how come the neighbor uses your driveway to go to their house? Did he say...
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What are the exceptions for Transfer Disclosure Statements?
Real estate sellers must provide specific documents to buyers in compliance with the law. However, it also has exceptions, depending on the circumstances of the transaction. Real estate transfer disclosure statements outline the property's details and overall...
Defining a real estate purchase agreement
A purchase agreement is a binding real estate contract between a buyer and a seller. The buyer agrees to pay a certain amount in exchange for ownership of the property. The seller then agrees to sell the property to the buyer. Different types of properties have their...
What is an HOA lien and how do I remove it?
Becoming a member of a homeowners’ association (HOA) comes with various benefits, but it also entails specific responsibilities. One of these obligations may be paying HOA fees or assessments, which the association usually uses for operations, maintenance, and other...
Is my neighbor liable for storm water damage on my property?
Some homeowners decide to sue when water from their neighbor’s area causes damage to their property, such as when the neighbor’s above-ground pool bursts and floods the homeowner’s garden. Ascertaining liability, however, becomes more complicated when water damage...
What to consider before buying new or existing homes
Investing in real estate is one of the most significant decisions one might consider in life. As much as possible, you should be confident about your purchase, especially if you are a first-time home buyer. Here are some things to consider. Which is better: existing...
What are real estate disclosures?
Buying a new home is a milestone for everyone. Because it is a huge step, residential buyers are meticulous when choosing their homes. On top of the requirements on their list, they want to ensure that the house has no hidden conditions that could adversely affect...
What is a lis pendens and when is it used?
Thousands of real estate transactions occur in California each year, some simple and others extremely complicated. To protect yourself during the purchase or sale of a property, it's essential to understand the law. A lis pendens is an official notice informing the...
Neighbor disputes over boundary trees
Disputes between neighbors in California and around the country often become contentious, and many of them involve trees. Trees are often planted along property lines to make residential developments look more appealing to potential buyers, which often leads to...
The top reasons home sales fall through
The real estate market has been as stressful as ever in many major markets in California and throughout the country. Homebuyers follow every new listing and sometimes pay extra for houses that appear on the market. These buyers often want to ensure that sales do not...