Towing Vehicles From Private Property
Removing an abandoned or illegally parked vehicle from church property isn’t as simple as calling a tow truck. Here’s what California law requires first.
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What is a Probate Referee
A probate referee is an individual appointed by the California State Controller to serve as an officer of the court and appraise the value of assets in an estate when someone passes away. This ensures that the estate’s assets are properly evaluated for tax purposes and equitable distribution among heirs. A probate referee is an impartial, independent professional with expertise in appraising various types of assets, including real estate, stocks, bonds, and personal property. Purpose of a Probate Referee: Ensuring Accurate Asset Valuation The primary duty of this role is […]
1031 Exchanges Basics – A Comprehensive Guide to Tax-Deferred Property Transactions
How 1031 exchanges actually work, and why they’re largely irrelevant for a tax-exempt church selling its own property.
Conditional Use Permits
A Conditional Use Permit lets a property owner get approval for a use not automatically allowed by zoning — but the process can take a year or more and costs $10,000-$20,000, with no guarantee of approval.
Exploring the Various Types of Commercial Leases
The main types of commercial leases — triple net, gross, modified gross, percentage, and ground leases — and which ones churches actually encounter.
Understanding your Property Tax Bill
How a California secured property tax bill is structured, what supplemental and escape assessments are, and when a church-owned property still owes one.
Affordable Housing on Faith and Higher Education Lands Act of 2023
What SB 4, the Affordable Housing on Faith and Higher Education Lands Act of 2023, allows religious institutions to build, and how a 2025 amendment updated the eligibility rules.
Church Bingo: A Guide to Regulations, Licensing, and Tax Exemptions
Church bingo is legal in California, but only under strict rules. Learn the licensing requirements under Penal Code §326.5 and how bingo activity can affect your church’s property tax exemption.
Why Use Bushore Church Real Estate
Why use Bushore Church Real Estate instead of a church member or a general-practice broker — 40+ years of combined brokerage and legal experience for congregations.
