My tenants are staying in a hotel because of fumes from oil-based paint in the unit next door. Can they seek damages ?

If the nuisance was created by the adjacent unit, then you are not liable.

Dual tracking ( California Civil Procedure 2923.6 and 2924.11), motion for relief of stay and Chapter 7 bankruptcy

The bankruptcy court has the discretionary power to postpone relief from the stay if it believes that the lender has not complied with the Civil...

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Can a seller require me to obtain financing for the home through their own choice of lender?

Sellers commonly impose this condition for two reasons: 1). They want to be sure that the buyer can obtain financing. The lender will tell the...

Do I need to hire a real estate attorney that specializes in short sales to review my approval letter?

Most short sale agreements are offered on a take it or leave it basis - there is not a lot of room for negotiation. Fortunately, California has...

California in chapter 7 bankruptcy, besides the wildcard, what can I use to exempt the $35k workers comp claim I just won?

Sections 704.160 (entire award exempt) and 703.140 (up to $24k exempt).

Try this site: http://www.boe.ca.gov/proptaxes/faqs/propositions60_90.htm

You don't have to file a quiet title action. You can get the property back by pursuing a claim to cancel the deed. It usually takes about 6...

Question about Short Sales in CA?

If the buyer failed to close escrow on or before the closing date specified in the contract, then the buyer is in breach and the seller can cancel...

Can I file for bankruptcy if I have a judgment & it stipulates that it cannot be discharged if I file for bankruptcy.

You cannot waive the right to file bankruptcy. The stipulation, which appears in every settlement agreement I have ever seen, is unenforceable as a...

Got divorced, declared bankruptcy, excluded house for short sale, short sale failed, bank now coming after me

Your personal liability on the first loan was discharged unless you reaffirmed the debt. Plus, there are anti-deficiency laws that prevent lenders...