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Public Hearings

BlogrollChurch Real Estate, Legal Description, Lot Line, Metes and Counds, Parcel, Property Boundry, Real Property, Subdivision, Survey, Tax Map

Whether there is a change in the use of the property regarding zoning or code variance, a redevelopment of the structures such as the construction of residential units such as a Planned Development, the need to apply for a Conditional Use Permit and/or meeting other governmental land use requirements, it often becomes necessary for a governmental public hearing to be held. In its most simplistic terms, a public hearing is an open gathering of officials and citizens, wherein citizens are permitted to offer testimony or comment before significant decisions are […]

Legal Parcels of Land

BlogrollChurch Real Estate, Legal Description, Lot Line, Metes and Counds, Parcel, Property Boundry, Real Property, Subdivision, Survey, Tax Map

Many property owners, or others, can determine the boundaries of a property with somewhat relative certainly based on the fences and streets around a property. Excluding easements, encroachments, and other encumbrances’ which affect the use of a property, how can one determine the true boundaries of a subject property with certainty? What follows does not look at the ownership of land or the use thereof, but rather the creation of the lot or parcel you determine is your subject property. First and foremost, a “legal parcel” of land is one […]

COPYRIGHT LAWS

Blogroll17 U.S.C. § 110, Band, Church Real Estate, Copyright, Dramatico-Musical, Fair Use, Hymnal, Infringement, Landlord, Licensing Rights, Music, Original Works, Public Domain, Reproduced, Tenant

It is probably fair to say they nearly every religious service plays music or sings songs that they did not write. In today’s digital world, information can be obtained from the internet such as music, lyrics, graphics, and pictures with ease. In doing so, few if any think of the possible ramifications of infringing upon the copyrights of another. What follows is a brief synopsis of the rules of law which pertain to the use of copyrighted materials during church services and may not apply to Sunday School or other […]

COVID-19: Places of Worship and Providers of Religious Services and Cultural Ceremonies

BlogrollChurch Gatherings, Church Real Estate, COVID, Funerals, In-Person Worship, Landlord, Physical Distancing, Public Health Department, Tenant

The following was obtained from and provided by the State of California, the California Department of Public Health and the California Department of Industrial Relations. Purpose: This document provides guidance for places of worship and providers of religious services and cultural ceremonies (referred to collectively as “places of worship”) to support a safe, clean environment for employees, interns and trainees, volunteers, scholars, and all other types of workers (referred to collectively as “staff”) as well as congregants, worshipers, visitors, etc. (referred to collectively as “visitors” or “congregants”). This guidance […]

600MHz Wireless Microphone Band

Blogroll600 MHz, Church Real Estate, FCC, Landlord, Tenant, wireless microphone

The FCC has issued new rules which take effect on July 13, 2020, that will require you to cease the use of wireless microphones that operate in the 600 MHz service band. This may result in some equipment changes for churches, schools, and other users of such devices. Background: To meet the increasing demand for wireless broadband services nationwide, the FCC recently auctioned spectrum that had been licensed to broadcast television stations. As a result, the availability of spectrum for wireless microphone operation on the 600 MHz frequencies, specifically the […]

Why Use Bushore Real Estate

2 commentsBlogrollChurch for Sale, Church Market, Church property, Church Real Estate, Church Real Estate Broker, Nonprofit Corporation, Property Management, religious property, Religious use, Tax Exemption

We are a father and son California nonprofit and church Real Estate team with offices in northern and southern California. We specialize in nearly all matters concerning Church Real Estate, including religious, nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations. Over decades of carving out a name for ourselves amongst church groups, we found a niche with locating and/or uniting church property buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants. Along the way, our skills have been fine-tuned covering all aspects of forming, maintaining, merging and dissolving nonprofit organizations and the establishment of federal and state tax-exempt […]

Incorrect Deeds

BlogrollAcceptance, Church Real Estate, Constructive Notice, Corporation, Deed, Escrow, Grant Deed, Grantor, Notary Public, Recording, title, Title Insurance, Vesting

As most people are familiar, a deed is used in the transferring of ownership in one piece of land to another. Fewer are aware of the effect the recording of a deed has on the property. Arguably, the transfer of title from one to another is not an exact science. The purpose here is to address deeds in which the owner of record is incorrect, usually in the manner in which the Grantee (owner) is named, i.e. such as the name of a corporation holding title/ownership. This article does not […]

Churches and For-Profit Tenants

BlogrollCalifornia Revenue And Taxation Code, Church Exemption, Church Real Estate, Landlord, Organizational Clearance Certificate, Property tax, Religious Exemption, Tenant, Welfare Exemption

It often becomes necessary for a church to seek out tenants in order to meet the financial needs of the congregation. Some are happy to open their doors to other churches, while other desire schools or other groups to make better use of their facilities. Regardless of the approach, the type of tenant sought after can make a world of difference regarding your property taxes, especially if the tenant is a for-profit organization. The following is a brief overview and the proper professional should be consulted as the laws in […]

Residential and Commercial Eviction Limitations and Moratoriums During the COVID-19

BlogrollChurch Real Estate, COVID, Eviction, Executive Order N-33-20, Failure To Pay Rent, Landlord, Notice To Quit, Tenant, Unlawful Detainer

The following information was provided by the California Business, Consumer Services, and Housing Agency. This guidance is directed to landlords regarding eviction of tenants during the COVID-19 pandemic and to local jurisdictions considering instituting restrictions or moratoriums on residential or commercial evictions as a means of offering relief to individuals or business affected by the pandemic. Background: COVID-19 is a respiratory illness caused by a novel virus that has been spreading worldwide. Community-acquired cases have now been confirmed in California. We are gaining more understanding of COVID-19’s epidemiology, clinical course, […]

Commercial Property Disclosures

BlogrollAs-Is, California Civil Code §3343, Church Real Estate, Contingency, Defect, Disclosure, Failure To Disclose, Hazard, Latent Defect, Marketability, Material Facts, Property Inspection, Property Value, Transfer Disclosure Statement

First and foremost, to know which disclosures apply, we must define the difference between residential and commercial real property in California. Although most municipalities define the different types of properties in their zoning code, the general definitions used are essentially the same. Residential properties are generally those with one to four dwelling units, such as a single-family house or duplex. Although there are some nuances for mobile homes, and vacant land, for purposes of this article, commercial property is everything that is not residential property, including residential property consisting of […]