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Bulgarian Legal Blog

Covers legal problems that UK and Irish investors face with their investments (mainly in properties) in Bulgaria. By Milen Hristov.

http://mhlegal.eu/blog/

May 12
Liquidation of un-reregistered companies now has started

Liquidation of un-reregistered companies now has started

The long wait for the compulsory company liquidation of un-reregistered companies is now over. It has been one year and four months and the Registry Agency is finally ready with the paperwork and the procedures for liquidation of…
Apr 28
Bulgarian property solicitors’ role in the conveyancing proce

Bulgarian property solicitors’ role in the conveyancing proce

Many Brits who buy property in Bulgaria don’t bother instructing a Bulgarian property solicitor. This is either due to the belief that the estate agents in Bulgaria are regulated as in UK (which is not true) or simply because they…
Apr 6
Collecting outstanding maintenance fees from Condominium owner

Collecting outstanding maintenance fees from Condominium owner

Holiday apartment owners find themselves in the gray area of Condominium regulation. Most of the holiday apartments are located in the so called closed complexes (also called gated apartment complexes or aparthotels), but the Condominium…

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Hoboken Law Blog

Covers real estate and divorce law. Published by Hoboken, New Jersey Frank Marciano.

http://www.hobokenlawblog.com/

Mar 27
Train your Inner Dog with Good Karma Training

Train your Inner Dog with Good Karma Training

Just helped out a new business woman in Jersey City /Hoboken with a dog training business, Steph is great with Dogs and Roxy is already doing all sorts of polite things !!!!! The world needs good dogs, give Steph a try, especially…
Nov 24
Hoboken311 City Government is Computer Cool and Super Useful

Hoboken311 City Government is Computer Cool and Super Useful

They say you learn new things everyday. Well as a long time Hoboken resident and Attorney I thought I knew about most things the City Government did. But there is always something new to learn and that is the wonderful…
Nov 24
Hoboken311 City Government is Computer Cool and Super Useful

Hoboken311 City Government is Computer Cool and Super Useful

They say you learn new things everyday. Well as a long time Hoboken resident and Attorney I thought I knew about most things the City Government did. But there is always something new to learn and that is the wonderful and much needed…

Rank this Week: 2921

Hawaii Attorney Blog

Covers Hawaii civil procedure and trial practice, commercial litigation, hawaii real estate litigation, mediation and arbitration, and personal injury. By Philip Brown.

http://legalblog.hawaii-attorney.net/

Dec 7
Honolulu Magazine Lists Philip R. Brown Among the Best Lawyers in Hawaii

Honolulu Magazine Lists Philip R. Brown Among the Best Lawyers in Hawaii

Philip R. Brown was once again listed in Honolulu Magazine’s annual issue of The Best Lawyers in Hawaii. Philip Brown is also listed in The Best Lawyers in America. Mr. Brown also has the highest ethical/legal rating (AV) from…
Sep 25
Hawaii Attorney Effie Steiger Named “Top 40 Under 40?

Hawaii Attorney Effie Steiger Named “Top 40 Under 40?

The National Trial Lawyers Association has selected Hawaii attorney, Effie Steiger, of the Law Offices of Philip R. Brown, for inclusion in “Top 40 under 40” trial lawyers in Hawaii.
Feb 28
Recovery of Hawaii Attorneys Fees (Part 2)

Recovery of Hawaii Attorneys Fees (Part 2)

As we wrote in our previous post regarding HRS § 607-14, “[t]he Hawaii Supreme court has defined an “assumpsit” case as a claim “for the recovery of damages for the non performance of a contract . . . as well as quasi contractual…

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Legal Scoop on Southwest Florida…

Legal Scoop on Southwest Florida Real Estate

Covers real estate and environmental issues in Southwest Florida. By Henderson Franklin.

http://www.legalscoopswflre.com/

May 22
Judicial Update: Florida Supreme Court Upholds Priority of Prior Recorded Mortgage Over Code Enforcement Lien

Judicial Update: Florida Supreme Court Upholds Priority of Prior Recorded Mortgage Over Code Enforcement Lien

It took a while, but the Florida Supreme Court recently upheld a 2011 5th District Court of Appeals' decision invalidating a city ordinance that gave priority to code enforcement liens over prior-recorded mortgages. City of Palm Bay v. Wells…
May 20
A Buyer's Guide to Purchasing Commercial Real Estate: Top 10 Due Diligence Questions Before Signing A Contract

A Buyer's Guide to Purchasing Commercial Real Estate: Top 10 Due Diligence Questions Before Signing A Contract

A good portion of my practice involves representing buyers in commercial and residential transactions. Part of this representation involves advising my clients on due diligence matters pertaining to the property. Most of us know investigation…
May 10
State Road 82 Road Widening - Colonial/Lee Boulevard to Shawnee Road Update

State Road 82 Road Widening - Colonial/Lee Boulevard to Shawnee Road Update

The Florida Department of Transportation's preliminary construction plans for the Colonial/Lee Boulevard to Shawnee Road segment of the State Road 82 widening project show the property locations FDOT needs at the State Road 82 and Daniels…

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Breaking Ground: What's New in…

Breaking Ground: What's New in Real Estate Law

Updates in real estate law including leasing, financing, corporate real estate, environmental law. By Sherin and Lodgen.

http://blog.sherin.com/blog/

May 21
Upcoming Real Estate Industry Event

Upcoming Real Estate Industry Event

Boston Bar Association June 3, 2013 - When Energy and Environmental Obligations Collide June 3, 2013 - Preserving Affordable Housing in Massachusetts NAIOP…
May 14
7 Tips for Financing Solar Project

7 Tips for Financing Solar Project

Written by: Bethany A. Bartlett As the warm weather approaches, we see the usual signs of spring which, in a good year, includes an increase in commercial development and corresponding financing transactions. Most notably this year is…
May 9
Can Solar Farms and Backyard Gardens Co-Exist? Zoning Tensions Flare in Massachusett

Can Solar Farms and Backyard Gardens Co-Exist? Zoning Tensions Flare in Massachusett

Written by: Paula G. Curry Imagine you’ve just purchased your dream home in the ‘burbs. Your patio has just been finished. Your beautiful 2-acre lot, the minimum size required by the zoning bylaw, is taking shape…

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DSV Construction Law Blog

Covers construction law, green building, and public contract law. By Drewry Simmons Vornehm, LLP.

http://drewrysimmonsvornehm.wordpress.com/

Feb 20
NLRB Holds Engineering Firm Committed Unfair Labor Practice

NLRB Holds Engineering Firm Committed Unfair Labor Practice

By: Christopher S. Drewry Over the course of the past year, the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”) is the federal agency that has arguably made the biggest push to expand its reach and relevance. While the National…
Feb 18
“Crowdfunding Architecture” – AIA Examines Innovative Approach to Project Financing

“Crowdfunding Architecture” – AIA Examines Innovative Approach to Project Financing

By: William E. Kelley, Jr., LEED AP BD+C What is “crowdfunding”? By definition, it is “the practice of funding a project or venture by raising many small amounts of money from a large number of people, typically via…
Feb 5
Court Holds Recess Appointments to the NLRB Were Unconstitutional

Court Holds Recess Appointments to the NLRB Were Unconstitutional

By: Christopher S. Drewry On January 25, 2013, the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals handed down its decision in the case of Noel Canning v. National Labor Relations Board. While the facts of the case itself involve an unfair labor practice…

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Foreclosure Defense Law Blog

Covers foreclosure procedures and legal defenses available to debtors. By the Nissenbaum Law Group.

http://www.foreclosuredefenselawblog.com/

May 14
Will a Court Recognize a Homeowner’s Challenge to a Bank’s Legal Right to Bring a Foreclosure Proceeding Based Upon Delay?

Will a Court Recognize a Homeowner’s Challenge to a Bank’s Legal Right to Bring a Foreclosure Proceeding Based Upon Delay?

In Deutsche Bank Trust Co. v. Angeles, 53 A.3d 673 (2012), Yony R. Angeles (“Angeles”) executed a note with First Equity Financial Corporation and, in order to secure that note, executed a mortgage on his home. About a year later,...
Jul 25
Under What Circumstances Does the New Jersey Fair Foreclosure Act Prevent a Home Foreclosure When the Lender Cannot Produce the Underlying Promissory Note?

Under What Circumstances Does the New Jersey Fair Foreclosure Act Prevent a Home Foreclosure When the Lender Cannot Produce the Underlying Promissory Note?

In Bank of America, N.A., v. Melissa Limato, No. A-4880-10T3 (N.J. Super. Ct. App. Div. July 2, 2012), the Appellate Division dismissed the case in favor of the homeowner because Bank of America (“Bank”) failed to comply with the notice…
Nov 23
Who has standing to bring a foreclosure action?

Who has standing to bring a foreclosure action?

In a recent decision, the Appellate Division of the Superior Court of New Jersey held that a bank that sued for foreclosure did not have “standing” to sue because the bank was not in possession of the mortgage note when it filed the…

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Sacramento Real Estate Lawyer Blog

Covers commercial leasing and creditor's rights. By the Law Office of Kristina M. Reed.

http://www.sacramentorealestatelawyerblog.com/

May 19
The Type of Contract You Have Dictates Your Option

The Type of Contract You Have Dictates Your Option

Real estate contracts generally fall into one if two categories. They are usually either land contracts or service contracts. This can be important if you need to go to court over a contract because the type of contract you have can limit the…
May 13
Not All Contract Cancellations are Breaches of Contract

Not All Contract Cancellations are Breaches of Contract

A real estate contract is like any other contract and only binds those who agree to it. When a party to an agreement does act as required under the agreement, the other party, or parties, usually have a few ways to deal with the breach of…
May 5
Are You Working with the Right People?

Are You Working with the Right People?

Real estate agreements are are like any other contract. However, it is one of the few types of contracts that are required to be in writing. Because of this, any oral agreements or modifications that have anything to do with real estate can…

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The Law and Equity Report by…

The Law and Equity Report by Timothy Powers O'Neill

Covers Florida real estate and business litigation.

http://lawandequity.com

Aug 13
Copyright in the New

Copyright in the New

LendInk fiasco keeps rights management issue burning; Most don’t realize when you buy an e-book that you cannot resell it, and in the majority of cases can’t even lend it to a friend because of copyright, not technical issue
Aug 7
Copyright in the New

Copyright in the New

Posner: Sharing links isn’t copyright infringement
Mar 20
An Open Invitation

An Open Invitation

I respectfully decline the invitation to join your hallucination. Scott Adams An invitation to a wedding invokes more trouble than a summons to a police court. William Feather

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An Eminent Domain Blog

Covers condemnation, property rights issues, and the law and process of eminent domain. By Biersdorf & Associates.

http://www.condemnation-law.com/blog

May 8
Merced – Fresno High Speed Rail Project, California

Merced – Fresno High Speed Rail Project, California

The Project The California High-Speed Rail Authority proposes to construct, operate, and maintain an electric-powered high-speed train system in California. When completed, the High Speed Rail System would connect the major metropolitan areas…
May 6
Monroe Bypass Project-Updated Project Schedule

Monroe Bypass Project-Updated Project Schedule

The North Carolina Department of Transportation issued an update for the highly controversial Monroe Bypass project. Not surprisingly, the schedule of the project has been delayed due to a legal challenge. The Monroe Bypass (Also known as the…
Apr 23
Highest and best use and zoning changes in eminent domain case

Highest and best use and zoning changes in eminent domain case

Typically in eminent domain cases, the court system seeks to achieve just compensation through the remedy of damages. It’s important for both property owners and attorneys to recognize the types of eminent domain damages that may or may…

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Reid & Hellyer News

Focuses on business, real estate, litigation, bankruptcy and mediation.

http://www.rhlaw.com/news/

Nov 28
Appellate Court Agrees that Broker Does Not Earn Commission Where Offer is Not "Acceptable To Owner"

Appellate Court Agrees that Broker Does Not Earn Commission Where Offer is Not "Acceptable To Owner"

Reid & Hellyer
Feb 29
Reid & Hellyer Team Supports Client & the Community at the Mission Inn Run in Riverside

Reid & Hellyer Team Supports Client & the Community at the Mission Inn Run in Riverside

One of Riverside
Nov 1
U.S. News Ranks Reid & Hellyer Tier 1 in More Practice Areas Than Any Other Law Office Located in the Inland Empire

U.S. News Ranks Reid & Hellyer Tier 1 in More Practice Areas Than Any Other Law Office Located in the Inland Empire

Reid & Hellyer, a full-service business law firm serving Southern California, was ranked by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers as one of the top firms in inland Southern California for eight business-related practice areas-…

Rank this Week: 3263

Tristan Pettit's Landlord-Tenant…

Tristan Pettit's Landlord-Tenant Law Blog

Discusses various aspects of landlord-tenant law and comments on various court decisions within the areas of real estate and property law.

http://petriestocking.com/blog

May 6
AASEW Meeting: Financing Real Estate In Today’s Market —- May 20, 2013

AASEW Meeting: Financing Real Estate In Today’s Market —- May 20, 2013

Please join me at the AASEW‘s next monthly membership meeting where we will discuss Financing Real Estate in Today’s Market. When: Monday May 20th, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Where: The Best Western, 1005 S. Moorland Road, Brookfield 53005…
Apr 30
HUD Issues Notice on Assistance Animals and Reasonable Accomodations For Persons with Disabilitie

HUD Issues Notice on Assistance Animals and Reasonable Accomodations For Persons with Disabilitie

Today the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a notice on assistance animals and reasonable accomodations for persons with disabilities. Not to long ago I wrote a post that dealt with this subject. …
Apr 25
Top 10 Pitfalls That Landlords Should Avoid

Top 10 Pitfalls That Landlords Should Avoid

Those of you that missed the last AASEW membership meeting on Monday, April 15, 2013, missed a great meeting and a great presentation. The featured presenter was John “Dr. Rent” Fischer, a Wausau-area landlord and rental…

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Simon Seaton's Blog

Covers conveyancing and residential property law in the United Kingdom.

http://www.fridaysmove.com/property-law-blogs/simon-seaton

Jan 5
VAT increase to drive up Conveyancing Fee

VAT increase to drive up Conveyancing Fee
Jan 3
CML launches LM04 Lender Policy Search

CML launches LM04 Lender Policy Search
Aug 2
London Conveyancing Firm Intervened by Law Society

London Conveyancing Firm Intervened by Law Society

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Real Estate Legal Update

Covers US and UK investment property, corporate real estate issues and property development. By Reed Smith LLP.

http://www.realestatelegalupdate.com/

May 22
Rent Refunds After a Break

Rent Refunds After a Break

This post was written by Katherine Campbell and Siobhan Hayes. The recent trend in Court decisions on conditional break clauses has been in favour of landlords but we have just seen a significant case decided in favour of tenants so that…
May 9
A View to a Hill? Beachfront Homeowners Wary Over Dune-Rebuilding Easement

A View to a Hill? Beachfront Homeowners Wary Over Dune-Rebuilding Easement

The Garden State is forging ahead with rebuilding efforts after Superstorm Sandy devastated the Jersey Shore last October. One of the largest proposed projects is a $3 billion dune-replenishment project set to start May 1. This proposed…
May 7
Two More Courts 'Just Say No' to Transfer Taxes for Fannie and Freddie

Two More Courts 'Just Say No' to Transfer Taxes for Fannie and Freddie

Last week, two more federal district courts dismissed suits seeking to collect transfer real estate taxes from Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and their conservator, the Federal Housing Finance Agency. Counties in New Jersey and Maryland had brought…

Rank this Week: 3299

Iowa Real Estate & Land Use Blog

By Dickinson Mackaman Tyler & Hagen, PC.

http://www.dickinsonlaw.com/blog-search-page/?bcat=787

Nov 24
Digging the gold out of family farm corporation

Digging the gold out of family farm corporation

During the 1970s, many farm operations were incorporated for succession planning purposes. Today, the number of corporations that own Iowa farmland has soared.
Nov 24
“RESPA” doesn’t prohibit the collection of unearned settlement fees, Supreme Court say

“RESPA” doesn’t prohibit the collection of unearned settlement fees, Supreme Court say

U.S. Supreme Court determines that "RESPA" does not prohibit the collection of unearned settlement fees, but merely prohibits any splitting of said fees.
Nov 24
No respite from RESPA? Why banks may face increased civil litigation

No respite from RESPA? Why banks may face increased civil litigation

Lost in Thursday’s coverage of the United States Supreme Court’s decision regarding the Affordable Care Act was the Court’s action regarding another important constitutional issue. The Court dismissed, without a decision or opinion, the…

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California Eminent Domain Report

Covers condemnation, inverse condemnation, and regulatory takings in California. By Nossaman LLP.

http://www.californiaeminentdomainreport.com

May 23
Stanislaus County Moving Forward with Claribel Road Project

Stanislaus County Moving Forward with Claribel Road Project

After two years of negotiating with residential property owners, the Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors approved acquisition of the property by eminent domain. The Modesto Bee reports that the board approved the acquisition of…
May 16
Temporary Regulatory Takings Do Exist in California!

Temporary Regulatory Takings Do Exist in California!

Given the maze of procedural and substantive hurdles involved, property owners rarely succeed with regulatory takings claims. Even when owners do win, it is yet more uncommon for courts to award damages, instead allowing the public …
May 9
CTC Approves Nearly $1 Billion in Funding Local Transportation Project

CTC Approves Nearly $1 Billion in Funding Local Transportation Project

The California Transportation Commission (CTC) recently announced the award of $878 million to fund 114 transportation projects. Brian Kelly, the acting Secretary of Business, Transportation & Housing Agency, stated: This…

Rank this Week: 3365

Renewable Energy Law Blog

Covers legal issues surrounding renewable energy projects. By Luke Hagedorn.

http://therenewableenergylawblog.com/

Nov 7
Election 2012: What it Means for Renewable

Election 2012: What it Means for Renewable
Sep 25
Renewable Energy Law Insider will be at the Kansas Energy Conference. Will you?

Renewable Energy Law Insider will be at the Kansas Energy Conference. Will you?

As an avid follower of energy projects in the Midwest, I’m proud to be attending the 2012 Kansas Energy Conference in beautiful Manhattan, Kansas. Have no fear if you aren’t able to attend, however, because I’ll be uploading lots of…
Sep 23
Polsinelli Energy Law Group Partners with Kansas Energy Information Network

Polsinelli Energy Law Group Partners with Kansas Energy Information Network

For all of you who are interested in renewable energy projects in the State of Kansas, I’m pleased to bring you some good news this Monday morning.

Rank this Week: 3364

Tax Assessment & Condemnation…

Tax Assessment & Condemnation Report

Covers tax assessments, eminent domain, school districts and valuation. By Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC.

http://www.taxassessmentcondemnation.com/

Apr 28
If it generates power, it’s taxable! More from RCN and the City of NY

If it generates power, it’s taxable! More from RCN and the City of NY

Rebecca M. SpenoNew York County has given us another case to help us though the morass of what is – and what ain’t - taxable real property under the Real Property Tax Law. On March 12, 2013, New York County…
Apr 14
Update: NYSUT Makes Good On Litigation Threat

Update: NYSUT Makes Good On Litigation Threat

Rebecca M. SpenoOn February 19th, 2013, the New York State Teacher’s Union (NYSUT) made good on its threat to challenge Cuomo’s property tax cap on schools by commencing an action in Supreme Court. The lawsuit,…
Apr 3
NYS 2013-14 Budget’s STAR Registration Program

NYS 2013-14 Budget’s STAR Registration Program

Kristy Brightman FrameOver the past few days, there have been numerous news articles informing New York State property owners that they have to re-register for their STAR tax exemption. To set things straight – there is nothing you…

Rank this Week: 3392

New Jersey Redevelopment

Covers news and updates regarding redevelopment matters, laws, news and updates throughout New Jersey. By Michael A. Bruno and Marc D. Policastro.

http://www.njredeveloper.com

Jan 15
With Many Hurricane Sandy Victims Still Unable to Secure Temporary Housing, Will New Jersey’s Age-Restricted Communities Offer Up Vacant Units?

With Many Hurricane Sandy Victims Still Unable to Secure Temporary Housing, Will New Jersey’s Age-Restricted Communities Offer Up Vacant Units?

In New Jersey, there is a significant shortage of temporary housing for Hurricane Sandy victims. Currently, about 2,790 households are living in hotel and motel rooms, rented for them by the Federal Emergency Management Agency…
Jul 7
New Jersey Supreme Court Rules in Avalon

New Jersey Supreme Court Rules in Avalon

What is the impetus behind many Supreme Court decisions? Common sense, equity and a practical approach. On June 22, 2010, the New Jersey Supreme Court rendered a unanimous decision in the Klumpp v.
Jun 1
Affordable Housing Revisited: Fact or Fiction?

Affordable Housing Revisited: Fact or Fiction?

New Jersey’s Fair Housing Act is outdated, unpredictable and ineffective.

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HindmanSanchez Law Blog

Covers Colorado community association law. By HindmanSanchez.

http://www.hindmansanchez.com/blog

May 16
We're Sorry

We're Sorry

Over the last month, our blog has been somewhat unstable in that some posts were sent without content and some links within our blogs did not work. At HindmanSanchez, we pride ourselves on being a leader in the Community Association…
May 9
Upside Down Owners, Fear Not-You May Soon Be Right-Side Up

Upside Down Owners, Fear Not-You May Soon Be Right-Side Up

With the housing market in a slum for the last several years, many homeowners have not only lost equity in their homes, but have flipped their investments upside down! These homeowners ended up owing more on their mortgages then the…
May 8
HOA Bills Move to Governor

HOA Bills Move to Governor

As expected, with less than 24 hours left in the legislative session, the remainder of the HOA bills that were being debated all passed out of the legislature and moved on to the Governor and are all expected to be signed. The bills…

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California Land Use Blog

Covers land use law for developers, owners and businesses. By Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP.

http://landuselaw.jmbm.com/

Apr 25
CEQA Claimants Be Warned: New California Court of Appeal Opinion Holds That CEQA Filing Deadlines are Mandatory and Not Subject to Extension for Good Cause

CEQA Claimants Be Warned: New California Court of Appeal Opinion Holds That CEQA Filing Deadlines are Mandatory and Not Subject to Extension for Good Cause

By Matthew Hinks Statues of limitations issues frequently loom large in litigation under the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") and can confound litigants and their counsel. Depending on the challenge being made and the context…
Mar 22
Endangered Species Act to Trump Mining Claims: Supreme Court Lets Stand Ninth Circuit Ruling in Karuk Tribe of California v. U.S. Forest Service

Endangered Species Act to Trump Mining Claims: Supreme Court Lets Stand Ninth Circuit Ruling in Karuk Tribe of California v. U.S. Forest Service

By Scott Castro On March 19, 2013, U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal of the ruling in Karuk Tribe of California v. U.S. Forest Service, a Ninth Circuit en banc decision broadly construing the scope of the Endangered Species Act…
Mar 14
JMBM 2013 California Real Estate Survey finds opportunities moving from distressed properties to more normalized real estate

JMBM 2013 California Real Estate Survey finds opportunities moving from distressed properties to more normalized real estate

To review the statistical results of the survey, click here. JMBM's Real Estate Group recently polled nearly 200 California real estate professionals, gathering their views about the California real estate market and their expectations for…

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Traci D. Ellis

Covers real estate investing.

http://www.traciellis.com/blog

Feb 12
Startups and Surety Bond

Startups and Surety Bond

This is a guest post written by Kevin Kaiser of Surety Bonds.com, where you can learn more about startups and surety bonds and read up on industry trends and updates at the Surety Bond Insider. Entrepreneurs have a host of issues to contend…
Dec 1
To Be or Not to Be…That is the Question

To Be or Not to Be…That is the Question

So much is written about when to start a business, how to start a business, how to grow a business, how to manage a business, etc. But very little is written about when to close a business. I thought the following article addressed the…
Nov 18
I’M BAAACCCKKKK!

I’M BAAACCCKKKK!

Wow. What a difference a year makes. I’ve missed my readers. But while my blog has been down due to security and other technical issues, I’ve been busy re-tooling my practice and am happy to be back to blogging.

Rank this Week: 3485

Chicago Law Source

Features articles on real estate litigation and legal representation. By Alisa Levin.

http://chicagolawsource.blogspot.com/

May 9
Forced to Accept Section 8? What? One Real Estate Lawyer's Finger to the Local Government

Forced to Accept Section 8? What? One Real Estate Lawyer's Finger to the Local Government

Hello Followers! News just in to me.... I heard today that the Cook County (Illinois) Human Rights Ordinance is possibly going to be amended to force property owners to accept Section 8 Tenants, citing long-standing issues and the fight…
May 8
2013 LANDLORD TENANT SEMINAR by LEVIN LAW LTD.

2013 LANDLORD TENANT SEMINAR by LEVIN LAW LTD.

Hello All in the Blogosphere! We are just sending out a quick announcement that for Landlords, Tenants and anyone interested in real estate, there will be a FREE LANDLORD SEMINAR sponsored by NTN Online (a fantastic tenant screening…
Apr 14
You Want to Quit Claim What? How Being a…

You Want to Quit Claim What? How Being a Quitter can Hurt... Hi All in the Blogosphere! Good to be with you. As some of you may know, I am a once-a-week law professor at DePaul University College of Law, where as an adjunct, I teach…

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The Fonteneau Firm LLC

Covers criminal law, landlord tenant law and personal injury law. By Kira Fonteneau.

http://thefonteneaufirm.com

Jul 25
Miller v. Alabama Creates Oppurtnity for Juveniles Serving Mandatory Life Without Parole

Miller v. Alabama Creates Oppurtnity for Juveniles Serving Mandatory Life Without Parole

In one of the last rulings of the spring term, the United States Supreme Court has given new hope to children who are convicted of capital crimes. In Miller v. Alabama, the Court was asked to rule on whether a mandatory life without parole…
Jul 3
Welcome Message

Welcome Message
Jul 3
Welcome

Welcome

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NORTH|Law: A View from the Commons

Covers community associations law in Texas. By William G. Gammon.

http://www.cailawyer.com/

Aug 27
Addressing Neighborhood Group Home

Addressing Neighborhood Group Home

As the Baby Boomer generation matures, the need for group homes devoted to the elderly is expected to increase substantially. Moreover, as our courts and the legislature deem more and more factions of people as “handicapped” in the eyes…
Jul 31
Maintaining Your Community’s Trees- The Often Ignored Asset

Maintaining Your Community’s Trees- The Often Ignored Asset

Trees can be a huge asset to a community if they are managed and cared for properly. A mature tree can, at times, have an appraised value of up to $5,000. Fifty mature trees on your common area could result in a tree infrastructure with a…
Jul 16
How Does Fair Housing Law Apply to Community Association

How Does Fair Housing Law Apply to Community Association

A common misconception among community association boards and managers is that fair housing law doesn’t apply to community associations. This misconception exists largely because federal fair housing law states that it is illegal to…

Rank this Week: 3541

Cardozo Real Estate Law…

Cardozo Real Estate Law Association

The Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law's student run, real estate law association.

http://cardozorela.blogspot.com/

Oct 11
CLE: NYC Green Real Estate & Zoning Law

CLE: NYC Green Real Estate & Zoning Law
Sep 12
Fall 2012 General Membership Meeting

Fall 2012 General Membership Meeting
Apr 23
Skills Session - Residential Foreclosure Practice

Skills Session - Residential Foreclosure Practice

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Anker Reed HSC's Blog

Covers business, real estate, estate planning, probate, trusts, wills, intellectual property and civil litigation.

http://ankerreedhsc.wordpress.com/

Feb 25
Is Your Agreement Worth the Paper it is Written On?

Is Your Agreement Worth the Paper it is Written On?

The California Supreme Court recently answered that question with a resounding “No”. In one of its early decisions in 2013, Riverisland Cold Storage vs. Fresno-Madera Production Credit Association, the Court rejected what had…
Jan 7
Introducing the New Law Firm Formation of Anker, Hymes & Schreiber, LLP

Introducing the New Law Firm Formation of Anker, Hymes & Schreiber, LLP

Larry S. Hymes and Douglas K. Schreiber are pleased to announce the formation of their new law firm, Anker, Hymes & Schreiber, LLP to continue the Anker Reed HSC tradition of serving your legal needs.
Aug 15
Most Trusted Advisors 2nd Consecutive Nomination

Most Trusted Advisors 2nd Consecutive Nomination

Los Angeles Business Attorney Robert A. Cohen of Anker Reed HSC received a 2nd consecutive nomination to the San Fernando Valley’s Most Trusted Advisors Nomination.

Rank this Week: 3635

Massachusetts Land Use Monitor

Covers Massachusetts land use and real estate law, regulation and policy. By Rackemann, Sawyer & Brewster, P.C.

http://www.massachusettslandusemonitor.com/

May 17
ALERT: Near End Of Session, Mass. Legislators Pushing Complex Bill That Would Change Zoning And Land Use Law As We Know It

ALERT: Near End Of Session, Mass. Legislators Pushing Complex Bill That Would Change Zoning And Land Use Law As We Know It

A summary of what this bill would do is here. A few things jump right out: (1) the bill's title, "An Act Promoting the Planning and Development of Sustainable Communities," gives me the willies; (2) sayonara, ANR plans; (3)…
Apr 12
SJC Decision May Result In Haircut For Broker Who Misrepresented Zoning to Salon Owner

SJC Decision May Result In Haircut For Broker Who Misrepresented Zoning to Salon Owner

The Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) yesterday issued its decision in the closely-watched case of DeWolfe v. Hingham Centre, Ltd. The SJC has concluded that a broker can be liable for a written misrepresentation…
Mar 27
Spring Training for Real Estate Lawyer

Spring Training for Real Estate Lawyer

Educational opportunities abound this spring! Next Tuesday, April 2, 2013, at the Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) headquarters in Downtown Crossing, my current Rackemann colleague and fellow MLUM…

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Spain From My (Legal) Point of…

Spain From My (Legal) Point of View

By Patricia Morales Sevillano.

http://pmsabogada.blogspot.com/

Dec 16
Yo tenía una parcela

Yo tenía una parcela

(Publicado en el Diario Sur de Málaga, el 14 de Octubre de 2010 ).Confieso que barajé la idea de adquirir una granja en África, pero la descarté rápidamente. Decidí hacerme con unos terrenos muy bien situados en un precioso pueblo…
Apr 21
Nadie dijo que fuera fácil.

Nadie dijo que fuera fácil.

(Publicado en el Diario Sur de Málaga, el 20 de Abril de 2010 ).Una parejita joven con planes de futuro o una pareja no tan joven con planes de jubilación ha podido firmar un contrato de compraventa con Aifos. Y es probable que tres, cuatro…
Feb 25
Aifos insolvency administrator´s report

Aifos insolvency administrator´s report

According to the Spanish Insolvency Act, the insolvency administrators´ report will show the company´s accountancy, a view over its accounts and a list of assets and rights, with a clear mention regarding its kind and burdens. Bearing in…

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The Mau Law Firm Law Blog

Covers construction, real estate, business and insurance law.

http://maulaw.wordpress.com

Nov 12
Twenty-Nine Palms v. Bardos remind us of the Importance of a Contractor’s License

Twenty-Nine Palms v. Bardos remind us of the Importance of a Contractor’s License

In Twenty-Nine Palms Enterprise Corp. v. Bardos (2012), [No. E051769] the Fourth Dist. Court of Appeals issued its ruling affirming a Judgment against an unlicensed contractor. This was an Indian tribal corporation’s suit against a…
Nov 1
Neiman v. Leo A. Daly Co. affirms Completed and Accepted Doctrine in favor of an Architect

Neiman v. Leo A. Daly Co. affirms Completed and Accepted Doctrine in favor of an Architect

In Neiman v. Leo A. Daly Co., No. B234537, the Second District Court of Appeals ruled on plaintiff’s personal injury action against an architect for sustaining injuries after falling on the stairs at a theater on a community college campus,…
Oct 1
New Law can limit Depositions to 7 hours.

New Law can limit Depositions to 7 hours.

Beginning January 1, 2013, depositions in California state court proceedings (with specifically enumerated exceptions) will be limited to 7 hours. On September 17, 2012, Governor Brown signed Assembly Bill No. 1875, which amended the…

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wyomingcondolaw

Covers the development, governance and management of community associations, including condominiums, homeowners' associations and mixed use projects. By Lincoln Hobbs.

http://wyomingcondolaw.blogspot.com/

Apr 4
Challenge to Conversion Prohibition

Challenge to Conversion Prohibition

It appears there's a dispute brewing in Jackson Hole about the ability of a municipality to restrict conversions of apartments to condominiums.
Feb 15
Riverview Heights HOA v. Rislov

Riverview Heights HOA v. Rislov

There's a new Wyoming Opinion respecting the amendment of community association governing documents, and it's likely to be followed in other jurisdictions. The case arose over a prohibition against manufactured housing; the prohibition had…
Mar 26
Design Committee Rebuked by Wyoming Court

Design Committee Rebuked by Wyoming Court

In the case of Dwan v. Indian Springs Ranch Homeowners Association, Inc. 186 P.3d 1199 (Wyo. 2008), the Wyoming Supreme Court reversed a trial court's decision which had affirmed the Association's Design, Environment and Wildlife Committee…

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MyTexasTitle.com's Blog

Covers Texas title insurance, escrow and closing services. By Richardson Heights and R. Jason Griffin.

http://blog.mytexastitle.com/

Dec 7
The Still Somewhat Uncertain Future of the Estate Tax

The Still Somewhat Uncertain Future of the Estate Tax

After the end of the “Throw Mama From the Train” moratorium on the estate tax in 2010, the estate tax currently will roar back, affecting all estates with net assets of $1 million and above. Additionally, the tax rate schedule will return…
Aug 10
Five Reasons You Should Not Die Without a Texas Will

Five Reasons You Should Not Die Without a Texas Will

Every year many Texans die without a Texas will because of a number of reasons: the natural fear of death, uncertainty over the probate process and its costs, sheer procrastination and the fear of an exorbitant attorney’s bill. However,…
Aug 4
Five Reasons You Shouldn’t Waste Money Purchasing Forms for Texas Will

Five Reasons You Shouldn’t Waste Money Purchasing Forms for Texas Will

There are legal document service companies on the web advertising cheap legal Texas will forms or DIY (do-it-yourself) Texas wills forms for a cheap price so that you may avoid the expensive costs of hiring an attorney to draft your estate…

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California Property Rights Journal

Focuses on property rights, land use and regulation in the Golden State. By Hart, King & Coldren.

http://capropertyrights.com

Mar 21
The Supreme Court Unanimously Slaps Down the EPA and the Ninth Circuit

The Supreme Court Unanimously Slaps Down the EPA and the Ninth Circuit

The Sackets sought to build a home several lots away from a lake in a developed area which they reasonably assumed could not be deemed a wetland.
Mar 15
Will the Supreme Court Decide Whether Rent Control Can Cause a Taking?

Will the Supreme Court Decide Whether Rent Control Can Cause a Taking?

The U.S. Supreme Court is currently considering a cert. petition in Harmon v. Kimmel (Appeal No. 11A871) Robert Thomas at inversecondemnation.com has posted a link to the cert.
Sep 1
Any dolts for a volt?

Any dolts for a volt?

Our federal government “invested” billons of dollars in GM with the understanding that GM would be developing the volt. Way back in February, the Obama administration touted its goal of a millon electric cars on the road by 2015. …

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HOA Law Blog

Covers California HOA law issues, including HOA governance, foreclosures and ARC enforcement. By Tinnelly Law Group.

http://hoalaw.tinnellylaw.com/

May 15
New Client: Marbella Property Owners Association

New Client: Marbella Property Owners Association

We are proud to announce that the Marbella Property Owners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association legal counsel. Located in San Juan Capistrano, this gorgeous gated community offers stunning custom homes, and…
May 13
AB 2237: Contractor Licensing Law & Its Impact on HOA Manager

AB 2237: Contractor Licensing Law & Its Impact on HOA Manager

*New Legislation AB 2237 was passed in 2012 by the California Legislature to expand the legal requirements for the "contractors" who are required to have a General Contractor's "B" license from the State of California. The "contractors"…
May 10
New Client: Willmore Condominium Association

New Client: Willmore Condominium Association

We are proud to announce that Willmore Condominium Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association legal counsel. This beautiful 11-story building is an Italian Renaissance Revival, designed by the same architects that…

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idahocondolaw

Covers the development, governance and management of community associations, including condominiums, homeowners' associations and mixed use projects. By Lincoln Hobbs.

http://idahocondolaw.blogspot.com/

Oct 25
Disability Discrimination in Idaho?

Disability Discrimination in Idaho?

There haven't, admittedly, been a lot of posts to this site, but that's because there doesn't appear to be a lot going on in Idaho condolaw. That may be related to the economy, but here's a bit of news on the regulatory front:
Apr 3
Rental Restrictions in Bylaws?

Rental Restrictions in Bylaws?

The Wisconsin Supreme Court, in an opinion released last Friday, issued an opinion which affirms the validity of rental restrictions included in a community association's bylaws, as opposed to the association's declaration. Several courts…
Feb 27
Get Your Pools and Spas Fixed NOW!

Get Your Pools and Spas Fixed NOW!

A recent meeting of the Utah Chapter of the Community Association Institute addressed pool safety and the need to modify association pools pursuant to the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act; seven months ago I suggested in this…

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Real Estate and Business Blog

By Levine Segev LLC.

http://www.levinesegev.com/blog

Aug 16
Does the 3.8% Medicare Tax Impact Real Estate?

Does the 3.8% Medicare Tax Impact Real Estate?

As a result of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, passed in March, 2010, Code §1411 was placed in the tax law to generate what is referred to as a “3.8% Medicare tax,” which impacts general earnings as well as…
Jun 3
Attorney Mark Lee Levine Quoted in the CCIM’s Commercial Investment Real Estate Magazine

Attorney Mark Lee Levine Quoted in the CCIM’s Commercial Investment Real Estate Magazine

In a Property Prescriptions article, in the May-June, 2010 edition of the Commercial Investment Real Estate, the magazine of the CCIM Institute, Dr. Levine was quoted – “There are often positive assumptions in internal rate of return or…
Feb 5
Attorney Mark Lee Levine to Teach at FIABCI University in DC, March 25, 2010

Attorney Mark Lee Levine to Teach at FIABCI University in DC, March 25, 2010

Mark Lee Levine of the law firm of Levine Segev LLC, will be teaching the International Real Estate Course, Global One, for individuals seeking the FIABCI International Real Estate Consultant (FIREC) designation.

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California Business Litigation…

California Business Litigation Attorney Blog

Covers business litigation, real estate, and equine law. By Adina T. Stern.

http://www.californiabusinesslitigationattorneyblog.com/

Apr 2
What Is The Standard Of Care For A Veterinary Pre-Purchase Examination?

What Is The Standard Of Care For A Veterinary Pre-Purchase Examination?

What is the standard of care for a veterinary pre-purchase examination? This question was asked recently in the March 2013 California case of Quigley v. McClellan. In that case the veterinarian who had been treating a horse since at least…
Feb 12
Mediation: What You Should Know

Mediation: What You Should Know

Civil mediation in California (as opposed to mediation in family law or other cases) is a type of alternative dispute resolution that helps parties try to resolve their cases without having to face the time and expense of trial. Although…
Jan 2
A New Year Brings New Laws to California In 2013

A New Year Brings New Laws to California In 2013

Practicing law in January is always challenging because with the New Year there are always changes in California law. This year is no exception. Governor Jerry Brown signed over 800 new laws that took effect in California on January 1,…

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Commercial Real Estate Lawyer Blog

By Samuelson Law Offices, LLC

http://www.commercialrealestatelawyerblog.com/

Oct 8
Real Estate Title Problems - Solutions Available Only in Bankruptcy

Real Estate Title Problems - Solutions Available Only in Bankruptcy

Sometimes a parcel of commercial real estate suffers such title problems that it becomes so unwieldy that a title insurance is unwilling to insure over. In such situations, the extraordinary powers of a Bankruptcy Court may be the only…
Jun 16
Unique Aspects of LLCs in Bankruptcy

Unique Aspects of LLCs in Bankruptcy

For Bankruptcy purposes, limited liability companies ("LLC's") are not treated as limited partnerships, but as corporations. Even a single member LLC is treated differently from an "individual" in Bankruptcy. The Bankruptcy of a member of a…
Apr 20
Resources for Consumers Seeking Relief from Distressed Residential Mortgage

Resources for Consumers Seeking Relief from Distressed Residential Mortgage

FOR CONSUMERS SEEKING RELIEF FROM DISTRESSED RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGES (a) FEDERAL PROGRAMS AVAILABLE OR UNDER DISCUSSION, and (b) LEGAL ASSISTANCE in D.C., MARYLAND and VIRGINIA …

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Probate Thoughts From The…

Probate Thoughts From The Villages, Florida

Covers wills, probate, asset protection, and real estate. By Ronald Jones.

http://flawyer.us/ProbateThoughts/

May 23
When you should not talk to the police

When you should not talk to the police

Normally, I don’t handle criminal cases. Nonetheless, the topic of this blog is how to protect yourself; how to protect your assets, how to protect your estate, how to avoid scams. One thing that you need to consider is what ……
Apr 30
Living Trust Costs and Fee

Living Trust Costs and Fee

I’ve been reviewing an estate and trust accounting prepared by another attorney, and in doing so, it occurs to me that I have not discussed trust administration fees in Florida. One of the supposed advantages of a living trust is…
Apr 16
Living Will

Living Will

Today, April 16, is National Healthcare Decisions Day. I just received a visit from the local Hospice organization, Hospice of Marion County. Hospice of Marion County Which is a very good organization. I strongly encourage clients to set up…

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Real Estate Law Weblog

Covers co-ops, condos, commercial leasing, real estate development, investing, mortgages, taxes and more. By Jay Hollander.

http://www.hollanderco.com/blog/realestate_rss.xml

Aug 27
NYC Coop Sales Price Now Public Information

NYC Coop Sales Price Now Public Information

It's an old axiom that, despite increasing numbers of condos, coops still account for around 80% of NYC's apartment inventory. Yet, until recently, the sales figures were shrowded in mystery. No more. A recently passed law allows access to…
Aug 3
Noah's Ark 2006

Noah's Ark 2006

In the year 2006, the Lord came unto Noah, who was now living in the United States, and said, "Once again, the earth has become wicked and over-populated, and I see the end of all flesh before me. Build another Ark and save 2 of every…
Jul 25
Commercial Rent Prices Up - Square Footage Down?

Commercial Rent Prices Up - Square Footage Down?

A recent article in Business Week suggests that the open space model of the dot com era may, actually be a paradigm to enable businesses to reduce one of their largest expenses, namely, commercial office rent. Yet, the position of the…

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New Jersey Real Estate Attorney…

New Jersey Real Estate Attorney Blog

Published By The Law Office of Michael D. Mirne, LLC.

http://www.newjerseyrealestateattorneyblog.com/

May 12
Landlord Tenant Law: Legislating Protection for Victims of Domestic Violence

Landlord Tenant Law: Legislating Protection for Victims of Domestic Violence

Our office previously reported on New Jersey's Safe Housing Act, a 2008 statute that allows victims of domestic violence to terminate their residential leases on 30 days notice to the landlord. Since the time we published that article, we…
Apr 1
New Jersey Tax Appeals: Ocean County Update

New Jersey Tax Appeals: Ocean County Update

On October 29, 2012, Hurricane Sandy brought storm surges in excess of 9 feet. This was bad news for Ocean County, in which 29 of 33 municipalities border the ocean. Our office previously reported on statutory relief available to owners of…
Feb 22
New Jersey Evictions: Fundamental

New Jersey Evictions: Fundamental

For the past several years, our office has been reporting on various topics relating to the New Jersey Eviction process. The topics have included habitability hearings, Section 8 subsidies, rent increases, and notices to tenants. Absent…

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Attorney Brandi

Provides general information and Ohio specific information relating to small business law, real estate, landlord/tenant law, civil, probate and estate planning. By Brandi N. Buchenau.

http://attorneybrandi.wordpress.com/

Aug 14
Rental Collection

Rental Collection

Collections can be handled in one of two ways. First, when someone is evicted, you can pursue past due rent and damages through a “Second Cause Hearing” (the first cause being the eviction). If no eviction took place, you can sue for…
Aug 14
Rental Collection

Rental Collection

Collections can be handled in one of two ways. First, when someone is evicted, you can pursue past due rent and damages through a “Second Cause Hearing” (the first cause being the eviction). If no eviction took place, you…
Apr 6
Ohio Evictions – Set Out Procedure

Ohio Evictions – Set Out Procedure

Once you have your court date and a writ is issued, the tenant will either leave voluntarily or will stay, forcing your to physically set them out. Set Out Procedure is essentially you, the landlord, contacting the Bailiff the day after the…

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Northern Virginia Lawyer

Commentary and insight on Virginia law and procedure.

http://northernvirginialawyer.blogspot.com/

May 21
Cuccinelli opens a window to his private side with new ad

Cuccinelli opens a window to his private side with new ad

Ken Cuccinelli has gone public in a new television spot with a side of himself that I thought would forever remain private. In 2006, just a couple of months after the conclusion of the General Assembly session Ken Cuccinelli's close friend…
May 2
Cuccinelli relieved from case, McDonnell still in the crosshair

Cuccinelli relieved from case, McDonnell still in the crosshair

In the case of former chef to the Executive mansion Todd Schneider, AG Cuccinelli's office (as predicted) has been let out of the case.In response to discovery motions implicating Governor Bob McDonnell, AG Cuccinelli's office moved the court…
Apr 30
Star Scientific and Cuccinelli, a fleeting excitement

Star Scientific and Cuccinelli, a fleeting excitement

An Attorney General seeking a governorship, a well-heeled businessman paying a substantial amount toward the Governor's daughter's wedding, a disgruntled former employee being prosecuted for embezzlement, and an off year election make…

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Los Angeles Eviction Lawyer

Provides eviction and landlord and tenant information.

http://www.losangelesevictionlawyer.com/blog

Jul 3
Eviction discovery rule

Eviction discovery rule

Due to the expedited nature of eviction cases, it is only natural that the discovery process is also expedited. Unlike in traditional discovery procedures, in eviction cases, the responses are due 5 days after service of the request. This…
Feb 25
Rent Control Eviction

Rent Control Eviction

Assuming your property is within a rent control jurisdiction there are two types of categories under which a landlord can eviction a tenant in a rent control property. As a caveat, rent controls covers all residential units except single…
Jan 13
Forclosure Crisi

Forclosure Crisi

Lenders are posied to take back more homes in 2011 than any other year. Last year, banks took back 1 million homes. About 5 million borrowers are at least two months behind on their mortagages and more will miss payments. Forecasters…

Rank this Week: 4289

Florida Real Estate Lawyer Blog

Covers real estate law, commercial leasing and real estate development. By Siegfried Rivera Lerner De La Torre & Sobel, P.A.

http://www.floridarealestatelawyerblog.com/

May 20
The Importance of Survey

The Importance of Survey

By Oscar R. RiveraSurveys are an essential element of any real estate acquisition. Whether it is a residential transaction or a commercial transaction, the purchaser should always obtain a new survey. The only exception is with the purchase…
May 7
Estoppel Certificates Should Not be Used as Opportunities for Unreasonable Request

Estoppel Certificates Should Not be Used as Opportunities for Unreasonable Request

By Fern F. MusselwhiteA request for an estoppel certificate can illustrate the tension that exists between a landlord and tenant. An estoppel certificate contains a certification as to specific facts. So, for example, when a landlord…
Apr 19
Loan Participation Agreement

Loan Participation Agreement

By Oscar R. RiveraWe are sometimes engaged to close loans on behalf of entities providing financing for individuals or projects. Often, there are a number of parties participating in the loans. In other words, different parties are pooling…

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