Tenants often feel as though they have few options when the space they rent has frustrating or dangerous conditions. However, depending on the nature of the condition in question, California law may offer tenants recourse to hold a landlord accountable for...
Month: July 2017
California City stands as a warning to developers
Being a real estate developer isn't just about having vision, it's about knowing the difference between a great opportunity and not overextending your ambitions. California City stands (more or less) as a stark reminder to developers in California of exactly how badly...
What if I need to terminate a commercial lease?
As a California business owner who rents your premises, you may want to get out of your lease early for a variety of reasons. Perhaps this location no longer works for you or you wish to pursue opportunities elsewhere.Commercial landlords typically do not take kindly...
Governor pushes for incentives for affordable housing builders
California's governor is pushing for new legislation to address the need for affordable housing throughout the state, but simply wishing it is not all that is needed to create more affordable housing in the state. As things stand, developing affordable housing in...
Steps tenants can take to protect themselves
As a renter, whether commercial or residential, it can often feel as though you are at the mercy of your landlord, even when he or she is not always reasonable. While this is an understandable feeling, this does not have to be the case in practice. There are a number...