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After the death of a family member, most families are grieving and going through a difficult time. Discussing business matters is probably not one of the top things on anyone's mind. However, it is important to understand what happens to an individual's business after...
A new law recently went into effect in Los Angeles that subjects all real estate sales of $5,000,000 or more to pay an additional transfer tax. Formally titled Measure United to House LA (ULA) and commonly known as the “ULA tax" or the "Los Angeles Mansion Tax,” it...
As you age, thinking about planning for the future is critical if you have not already done so. Understanding the importance of being prepared for what could happen later in life and the unexpected that could happen even now is essential. What is a power of attorney?...
Arbitration is a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) commonly used to solve problems outside of court. It is like mediation in that it is an alternative to litigation, but unlike mediation, in that arbitration is binding, and the arbitrator has authority. In...
Estate planning is essential to protecting your assets and property and protecting your loved ones if you pass away or become incapacitated. Most people associate estate planning with wills and powers of attorney, but only some know of trusts and how helpful these can...
Adverse possession happens when an individual, not the original property owner, takes possession of it continuously over a certain period of time. Each state has its adverse possession laws, but the concept applies to residential and commercial properties and is...
When a person dies and does not have an estate plan specifically designed to avoid probate, their will or assets must go through probate. Probate is the legal process in which the court administers the person's assets, whether they left a will or not. If they left a...
Most disputes involving real estate in California end up in mediation somewhere along the way. Judges routinely ask parties to try to mediate their problems before going to trial because it is a highly effective form of alternative dispute resolution. It benefits...
For many people, it can be quite a shock to discover that the home that you own has a defective title. This is often not discovered until you are trying to sell your property, and you discover that there is a lien on your property, some other debt such as a second...
When you are buying property, whether it is your first time or you have been a property owner before, you are probably very excited to get everything squared away and make the property yours. However, inquiring about crucial issues that could compromise your...
