Recent Antitrust Verdict & California Real Estate Commissions

If you’re immersed in real estate, the recent antitrust jury verdict of $1.8 billion against the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and two real estate brokerage firms could be a topic of concern, potentially impacting your property dealings. A client recently sought clarity on how this legal development could affect him, prompting a deeper exploration […]

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The Costly Consequences of Overreaching: Lessons from a Property Assessment Dispute

A recent property assessment dispute has shed some light on the importance of careful decision-making and prudent legal counsel. In this case, a property owner challenged the assessed value of their property in an attempt to reduce their tax burden. However, their pursuit of an ambitious claim turned out to have costly implications serving as a […]

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A Powerful Tool for Due Diligence in Real Estate and Business Transactions | California Public Records Act

The California Public Records Act promotes transparency, accountability, and public access to government records. A public records request (PRR) can be a useful tool in undertaking due diligence in real estate and business transactions. With a PRR you can verify facts, find documents, and trace history. You can vet the parties with whom you want […]

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Good News for Homeowners

Effective January 1, 2021, the California Homestead Exemption was significantly increased to the greater of $300,000 or the countywide median sale price of a single-family home in the calendar year prior to the year in which the exemption is claimed, not to exceed $600,000. Moreover, the exemption amount, whether $300,000 or $600,000 is adjusted annually […]

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Neighbor Disputes

Unfortunately, neighbor disputes are common. What two people think is appropriate neighborhood behavior may differ, and it can cause unwanted turmoil in a community. You may have neighbors who, despite your many polite notes or interactions, insist on treating part of your land as if it were theirs. Some neighbors may be disrespectful and it […]

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