Real Estate Law

Real estate law governs the buying, using, and selling of land and buildings. How property is acquired, held, managed, and sold can significantly affect profitability, liability, and the overall value of one’s estate. Our objective is to help real estate owners make the best possible decisions to maximize their real estate investments, requiring us to work closely with trusted advisors including a CPA, accountant, banker, and other parties.

Holding Title

  • Single Man or Woman
  • Domestic Partner
  • Community Property Options
  • Joint Tenancy Choices
  • Trustees of a Trust

Zoning Issues

  • Residential
  • Commerical
  • Industrial
  • Re-zoning
  • Zoning Board

Real Estate Taxes

  • Tax Exemption
  • Installment Sales
  • Real Estate Exchanges
  • Proposition 13
  • Tax Appeal Boards

Home Owner Associations

  • Conflict Resolution
  • Covenants
  • Restrictions
  • Enforcement

Property Leasing

  • Tenancy
  • Leasing Agreements
  • Lease Negotiations
  • Lease Disputes
  • Litigation

Short-term Rentals

  • Vacation Rentals
  • Time Shares
  • Home Sharing (ie: Airbnb)
  • Lease Agreements
  • Disputes