Your lender has been sending you regular “reminders” of your overdue mortgage payments and probably has even warned you that this was coming. But it can still be a shock when a notice of default arrives in the mail. It makes your financial problem official. But now is not the
You have probably read about home sellers getting sued by their buyers after the house has been sold in the real estate section of the Sacramento Bee or the Orange County Register. You might have even heard stories from a friend or from your own neighbors. The issue usually involves
Inheriting a house through a trust in California can feel both meaningful and overwhelming. While a trust helps families avoid probate and simplifies the transfer of property, it also introduces legal steps, financial responsibilities, and emotional decisions. Understanding how trust inheritance works, what taxes apply, and what your options are
Dealing with property encroachment in California can be stressful. Maybe a neighbor’s fence crosses onto your lot, or you discover a shed or driveway built past the boundary line. Encroachments are common in dense neighborhoods and older properties where survey records aren’t always precise. So, how do you handle property
You may not want your bank to know that you’re facing financial difficulties. It’s the kind of conversation that we all would prefer to avoid. But that is the first thing you should do when you realize there is potential trouble with your mortgage payments ahead. Believe it or not,
Yes, duplexes are generally harder to sell than single-family homes. Their market appeal depends on factors like location, rental income, condition, and the type of buyer you’re trying to attract. While some duplexes in high-demand rental markets can sell quickly, many owners struggle to find the right buyer or get
Finding out that someone is living in your property without permission is every homeowner’s nightmare. These unauthorized occupants (known as squatters) often refuse to leave, and removing them isn’t as simple as changing the locks. Because of California’s tenant-friendly laws, the process of removing squatters can be complicated, time-consuming, and
The landlord laws in California are some of the strictest in the nation and, though it’s not overtly stated in the statute, these laws clearly favor the rights of renters. If you’ve ever been a tenant anywhere in California, you’ve probably benefited from these laws, whether you realized it or
Selling a house with tenants in California is possible, but it comes with rules every landlord must follow. Under state law, tenants’ rights continue even if the property changes ownership. This means the lease transfers to the buyer, notice periods must be honored, and local rent control ordinances may apply.
House fires are unexpected and distressing events, often caused by lightning, unattended candles, or faulty holiday decorations. If your home has fire damage and you need to sell it, there are two primary options: selling to a company like Osborne Homes or listing it on the traditional real estate market.
