Santa Rosa Real Estate Law Blog
Factors that impact when a home purchase might close
It is likely that you have seen sale pending or pending offer signs on California homes that are on the open market. This typically means that an offer has been accepted to buy the property but that the sale is not yet complete. There is no set timeline for a...
How to sell an ugly house
Buyers can be fickle when it comes to selecting a property that they think will fit their needs and budget. However, there are many steps that you can take to ensure that your home comes off the market in a timely manner no matter how ugly or dated it may look. Work...
What is a quiet title action, and when should you pursue one?
Owning a business is hard enough without having to worry about someone else trying to infringe on your property. If you want to ensure that your property is yours, so that you can prevent others from trying to claim it, a quiet title action is an ideal way to do it. A...
Closing on a new home is easier said than done
Buying a home is supposed to be an enjoyable experience. However, if things take a turn for the worse at the closing table (or the days leading up to it), you’ll soon find yourself questioning the entire process. The more you prepare for your closing, the easier it is...
Easements Allow You to Use Land That You Don’t Own
It may be possible for those living in California to make use of property that they don't own. To use property that you don't own, you must obtain an easement. You may be able to do so by creating a written agreement with the person or entity who owns the property...
Move your home more quickly with an as-is sale
If you are trying to sell your California home, you may want to move the property off the market as quickly as possible. While the real estate market is very hot in many parts of the state, there are additional incentives that can help you to sell your home more...
3 reasons there might be an easement on a property
Easements are not inherently bad. There are many situations where the existence of an easement will not markedly impact the value of a property, nor the property owner’s use of it. Still, you don’t want to be surprised down the line. It’s beneficial to know the exact...
Common problems found during home inspections
Buying a home is one of the costliest purchases you will ever make here in California. Whether you buy new construction or decide to pay less for a fixer-upper, knowing what issues you face is vital to getting the best value for your money and also feeling “at home.”...
Mine or yours? What to do in the event of a boundary dispute
In real estate law, boundary lines can be blurry, especially with older property deeds. A property with a long history might reference a landmark like a stream as a reference point for the boundary line. A problem may arise if that stream no longer exists. This is one...
5 common mistakes to avoid when constructing a building
When your company constructs a new building, you hope it all goes according to plan. Unfortunately, mistakes can happen. While minor errors can be easily resolved, bigger issues can result in construction defects or property damage, which may make your construction...
