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Imagine waking up one morning and receiving a letter from a neighbor claiming ownership of a portion of your property. For many California homeowners, land disputes are a harsh reality that can lead to damaged relationships and, in extreme cases, even financial ruin....
Zoning is dictated by local ordinances in the state of California. These rules and regulations put in place by local city councils and other appropriate representatives determine exactly how people can legally use land. Unfortunately, sometimes there are conflicts...
Northern California real estate associations, along with the area's multiple listing service, are the latest targets in a new copycat lawsuit involving real estate professionals. The lawsuit, filed in January 2024, alleges that these associations colluded with one...
A property developer’s plans to close a California trailer park were dealt a blow on Nov. 16 when the Fresno City Council voted unanimously to reject its proposal. The developer claims that the park must close because it is unprofitable. A nonprofit group that...
When homes in California and around the country have beautiful views, they are worth more money and are easier to sell. Homes in Los Angeles with unobstructed views of the San Fernando Valley are worth about 20% more than properties without views, and an ocean view...
If you're planning on putting up a fence or planting a garden, it's important that these items don't encroach on your California neighbor's property. Of course, it's possible that you may accidentally do so despite your best efforts, and there are a myriad of ways to...
Are you involved in a land-use conflict in California? Resolving this problem can be challenging to complete independently. Fortunately, professional mediation may help you with this process. Identify the primary issues When dealing with land-use conflicts,...
Purchasing land in California can be an effective way to diversify your portfolio as there are several different ways that it can be used. For instance, it can be used to run a business, developed to include residential or commercial property or simply held for a...
When individuals and businesses purchase property in California, they might automatically think they have the right to use it as they see fit. That includes building, expanding and making substantive changes. However, that is not as easy as it sounds. Zoning laws...
California municipalities enact zoning laws to maintain property values and to designate specific land areas for parks, commercial, industrial and residential uses. Requests for a zoning exception require the property owner, or potential owner, to submit an...