As we know, stocks are equity interests. The holder of a share of stock has a partial ownership in the corporation. If the company prospers so do the shareholders, but the opposite happens as well. If a company disappoints, share prices will reflect as much. Thus, stock values are notoriously volatile. Sometimes they can soar…
DetailsThe wheels of the eviction process are still turning in many parts of the state, and renters remain subject to ejection for many reasons. Questions are emerging about how to handle cases not related to the pandemic. Pandemic or no pandemic, landlords’ attorney Dennis Block is still trying to evict renters. As public health authorities advise Californians…
DetailsApartment owners may not think of Alternative Dwelling Units (ADUs), commonly known as “granny flats,” as being applicable to their multi-family structures. Previously, ADUs were only considered additional living quarters on lots that have a single-family home, such as guest houses or garage conversions. They often had restrictive and burdensome requirements such as an owner…
Details1031 Exchanges and Debt Replacement The reason for selling and buying real estate via a 1031 exchange is to defer capital gains tax that would otherwise be due on the sale. By “exchanging” one or more pieces of property for one or more like-kind pieces of equal or greater value, and by adhering to IRS…
DetailsCan you believe what is happening at City Hall? All the revelations of questionable conduct and decisions are shocking and disappointing. The investigation is dubbed “an FBI wide-ranging corruption case.” It seems we should be bracing ourselves for the next volley. Wouldn’t it be great to have an investigation of all departments by an impartial…
DetailsEviction of Former Owner Not all eviction cases involve tenants. In some cases, an unlawful detainer can involve the eviction of the former owner. This can come up in two situations. In one scenario the former owner has sold the house and refuses to vacate. There is also the situation where the premises have been…
Details39 Money-Saving “Short Cuts” for Rental Housing Providers
NEWS RELEASE The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced two settlements in San Diego County, California, for violations of federal regulations related to lead.
DetailsDear Members of the Council: As an owner and manager of income property, I have been losing the struggle for fairness from this Council. The last four years have seen a steady reduction of property rights via the implementation of a terrible Rent Control, Tenant Protection and the Ellis Act.
DetailsThe number one source of resident/landlord disputes is the disposition of the resident’s security deposit. Many of these potential problems can be resolved with proper procedures even before the resident takes possession of the rental by using a move-in / move-out inspection checklist.