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...
Year: 2017
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...
Getting the best mall lease is possible with the right knowledge
If you're ready to jump into a commercial lease at a local mall, take a second to consider a few things that could affect you. Depending on the lease and the things you want to do, you need to be sure you're signing a lease in your benefit. Here are a few things you...
Can my landlord forbid smoking marijuana?
The statewide legalization of recreational marijuana use continues to create frustrating legal conflicts, especially when it comes to where one can legally possess or use marijuana. Many tenants now face the difficult reality that their landlords may forbid them from...
What you should know about franchise leasing
Negotiating a franchise lease can be much trickier than just a simple commercial lease because there is a third party in the mix. Your lease is not only a contract between you and the landlord, but it is contingent on your franchise arrangement with the franchisor. A...
Local laws complicate marijuana business and real estate
As the infrastructure necessary to support the recreational and medical use of marijuana continues to build out in California, more and more entrepreneurs and real estate developers are seeking to adjust their plans to include elements of these newly minted business...
How might automated cars affect real estate development?
Developing real estate can be endlessly complex, especially in southern California, where we have a tendency to be well ahead of the curve in the areas of regulations and guidelines for property development. As new technological advances change the landscape of how we...
Never begin a development project without a strong contract
Real estate development creates many opportunities for conflicts of interest and violations of contractual obligations. In each phase of your project, it is crucial to have very specific, well-crafted contracts to protect your interests and ensure that the contractors...
New bill seeks to protect immigrant tenant rights
All across America, immigrants from many walks of life are terrified that customs agents may hunt them down and deport them because of the emphasis the Trump administration has placed on deportations. Unfortunately, this has lead to many immigrants fearing that they...
Why do I need an attorney when signing a commercial lease?
If you are considering a commercial lease, especially in a structure that houses multiple commercial tenants, there are number of reasons that it is wise to consult an experienced attorney before signing anything. If you don't take advantage of every opportunity to...