When a local government rejects a development proposal or imposes zoning restrictions, it can be a significant setback for property owners and developers. But it is not the end of the road. There are grounds for land use and zoning appeals, and it is crucial to...
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Can you appeal your property tax assessment?
When the county assessor's office slaps a hefty price tag on your commercial property, it can be a major blow to your bottom line. You may be wondering how they came up with that number - or if there's anything you can do to fight it. Fortunately, property owners have...
Why you may need to renegotiate your commercial lease early
A storm is brewing on the horizon, and big businesses with a large footprint in commercial real estate are set to experience the most significant fall. The pandemic has changed the public’s lifestyle and consumption behaviors. Office work is passe, remote work is in...
Steps in evicting a commercial tenant
Owning commercial rental properties in California can be a good investment for those who enjoy putting their money into real estate. However, commercial landlords often find that they must evict a tenant for non-payment or another reason. Evicting a commercial tenant...
Knowing when to sell investment property
Most California real estate investors try to maintain an awareness of the ups and downs of the market. Fluctuations in the real estate market can go a long way in determining when it’s the right time to buy or sell a property. Recent market changes have led some...
How to approach a real estate tax reassessment appeal
Business owners face many challenges when it comes to taxation in California. Paying one’s real estate taxes can be costly, and when the property is reassessed, those taxes can continue to be higher with each reassessment. Fortunately, business owners can appeal a...
Investing in California’s real estate market
The housing market in California is slowly returning to the level where real estate investors feel comfortable buying new properties. Rents are continuing to rise in some areas, which means it can be the ideal time for investors to add to their rental portfolio. Those...
Preparing for changes in the commercial real estate market
The commercial real estate market ebbs and flows, often leaving investors questioning when the best time is to buy. California, like other states, saw a significant increase in remote work in the past few years, leaving buildings empty and reducing the demand for...
Zoning appeals in Irvine
Many real estate developers present their cherished plans to the Irvine City Planning Commission or the Zoning Administrator for approval. Unhappily, the planning commission or the administrator may reject many of these proposals. What is the frustrated developer to...
Evicting a commercial tenant for failure to pay rent
Although commercial evictions have been paused in California due to certain events in the past couple years, it is still important for commercial landlords in California to understand the process of evicting a commercial tenant. Notice First, you will have to draft a...