Most real estate sales between private parties in California don’t require approval from the Department of Real Estate (DRE). However, DRE oversight may apply when properties are subdivided, interests are offered to the public , or licensed brokers engage in regulated activity.
An affidavit of death is a sworn legal statement used to formally declare that a person has died. It’s typically signed by someone with personal knowledge of the death—such as a family member, executor, or trustee.
Buyer Representation Agreement—a binding contract outlining roles, duties, and expectations. California’s Business and Professions Code §10147.5
Partnering with 501(c)(3) nonprofits that meet California’s Qualified Commercial Tenant criteria can offer landlords stable occupancy, reputational value, and potential tax benefits.
Beware of old galvanized plumbing and the potential for leaks and/or poor water pressure caused by corrosion.
Enacted in 1972, the Mills Act encourages the preservation and maintenance of Qualified Historic Structures by reducing property taxes
Deed fraud, often referred to as “property theft” or “title theft,” has emerged as a significant threat to property owners, particularly in urban areas with high real estate values.
A 501(c)(2) organization refers to a type of tax-exempt entity under the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) as a title-holding corporation or trust that is organized for the exclusive purpose of holding title to property
The California Williamson Act, also known as the California Land Conservation Act of 1965, is a program designed to preserve agricultural and open-space lands by offering landowners tax relief in exchange for a long-term commitment to keep their land in agricultural or related uses.
