Risk of having tenant who has family business

You would need to check the county to confirm if a warehouse alone constitutes a non-residential use. I suspect it would be a non-conforming use. I...

I need to file a stop Notice on a public works project. I have been reading up on it, but have lots of questions.

I think you should protect your right to payment by following the process in the prime contract and preserving stop notice and payment bond rights....

Yes, a tenant owes rent during the entire time of their occupancy.

Can I still file the mechanics lien? I am a licensed contractor and the work was completed half year ago.

The mechanic’s lien must be recorded within 90 days of the completion of the work of improvement. If the owner records and serves a notice of...

Can I give away promotional items that are not included in my lease "use" clause?

The terms of your lease will govern whether you owe additional rent if you engage in this type of promotional activity. I suggest you have your...

What does the word disolved mean for a real estate company

A realtor can only operate under a licensed broker. Using a dissolved corporation to transact new business would not be appropriate and may well...

Re: 20 day preliminary notice. Owner wouldn't pay last week of project plus other purchases/equipment rentals made earlier .

No you cannot enforce a mechanic's lien in Small Claims court. Small claims is limited to legal actions to recover money and property. A mechanic's...

I own property jointly w/ my sister who is now trying to "give" the house to a niece.

If you are on title to the property then you have the right to jointly possess and manage the property absent some restriction in the deed or...

My mother was care giver for 14 yrs. The man passed. He willed her his half of the house. Can the step daughter make her move.

It is unclear whether the step daughter has the right to file an unlawful detainer action to evict your mother. An attorney would need additional...

A mega-mansion is being built next door.

You should consult a land use attorney in your town. Your municipal code may state the height limit on buildings and requirements for a permit for...