Real Estate Law: What if My Landlord Refuses to Make Repairs? Renting a property can allow you to enjoy many benefits, such as living in a nice home without committing to buying it, or being able to move quickly for [...]
Understanding the Impact of the New Tax Laws on Real Estate Deductions The new Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will make a number of changes to the way people pay taxes. Some will pay fewer income taxes, while some will [...]
Is Your Real Estate Agent or Broker Cheating You? While the horror stories you see all the time in the news about cheaters in the real estate and finance industry can be overwhelming, most professionals are honest and hardworking individuals. [...]
How a Congressional Act in 1996 Against Pornography Did Airbnb a Solid in 2018 Airbnb is a platform designed for people seeking affordable, high quality, and immersive travels. Airbnb has gained popularity by providing business opportunities to homeowners, unique [...]
The Top Three Reasons for Real Estate Purchase Contract Disputes and How to Avoid Them Part I: From the Seller’s Perspective 1. Buyer fails to close A Seller’s primary objective in a real estate purchase agreement is straightforward: To collect [...]
Things to Consider Before Listing your Home on Airbnb BACKGROUND In 2007, two San Francisco tenants struggling to pay rent decided to throw a few air mattresses on the ground and advertise for nightly rentals. Fast forward ten years and [...]
Landlord Lockouts A common question landlords have when tenants fail to pay rent is whether they can do a “lockout.” The answer to that question depends on the situation. First, for residential leases governed by the Arizona Residential Landlord and [...]
CHOOSING A FACILITY FOR YOUR FRANCHISE - Part 2 Part 2: Things to Consider Before Signing the Lease Agreement Location is a critical decision you will make as you open a franchise. Before you start looking for a location for [...]
CHOOSING A FACILITY FOR YOUR FRANCHISE Part 1: Creating a Clear Picture and Vision for Your Business When it comes to opening a franchise or starting any type of business, remember the famous real estate mantra: “Location, Location, Location.” Many [...]
Eminent Domain: Can the Government Take my Land for Public Use? Property owners are often taken aback when they learn that the federal government, the State of Arizona, and even municipal governments have inherent power to take (or regulate) private [...]
