Category: Courtside Newsletter

BY: JOHN V. GIARDINELLI, ATTORNEY AT LAW | OF COUNSEL In this market, many buyers find themselves in bidding wars with other potential buyers. In order to sweeten offers, in the multiple-offer situations, many buyers are waiving all or most of the contingencies set forth in the standard C.A.R. Residential Purchase Agreement (RPA). While this […]

What to do with a Bounced Check In an ideal world, your tenants would never have trouble paying their rent. But of course we all know that isn’t always the case. While you might sometimes accept a late payment from a long-term, loyal tenant, a bounced check can be a whole other matter. Bounced checks […]

Many people wonder if filing for bankruptcy will prevent foreclosure on their homes. When you file for bankruptcy, it’s important to ask your bankruptcy attorney to explain all possible ramifications of that action. This prevents unpleasant surprises and helps you to better plan for the future. While banks will often delay foreclosing on a home […]

BY: JOHN V. GIARDINELLI, ATTORNEY AT LAW | OF COUNSEL CODY J. BELLMEYER, ATTORNEY AT LAW Under the recently released Fair Housing Regulations (“Regulations”), the Department of Fair Housing and Employment (“DFEH”) clarified what a landlord can consider when screening their potential tenants. These Regulations are incredibly important to both landlords and property managers as […]

BY: JOHN V. GIARDINELLI, ATTORNEY AT LAW | OF COUNSEL CODY J. BELLMEYER, ATTORNEY AT LAW What are the most important laws to keep in mind for property managers and landlords at the start of the new year? The answer to this question tends to vary. Some may comment “Rent Control”, while others may begin […]