A friend asked me last week, can a person record a lien against real property if they have paid the past due taxes? There might…
Probate Tips: Things to do before you list the real estate for sale.
On KNZR every Saturday at 11 a.m. and every Sunday at 8 a.m., Laurie McCarty hosts the “Kern County Real Estate Review.” Today’s topic: Probate…
How does Joint Tenancy interest transfer when multiple owners die simultaneously?
Joint tenancy includes the right of survivorship. But what happens when both joint tenants die at the same time? Also, generally, California law dictates that…
Grindr’s liability for the crimes of its users in California
Does Grindr have liability for sexual crimes performed by its users against other users? On February 1, 2021, KGET.com reported that a 32 year old…
What is stare decisis?
Stare decisis provides a reliable system of justice. Courts are not bound completely to the decisions of the past, but they do not sway from…
The Tenant Stabilization Act of 2021: Proposed changes in California AB-15
Tenant Stabilization Act of 2021 The California Assembly currently considers the Tenant Stabilization Act of 2021 for approval. This bill modifies language and rules put…
The rules are about to change for evictions.
The rules are about to change Unlawful detainer actions are coming back. End of COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act Protections The COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act prevented…
Is it possible to get paid for buying a house?
It may be possible in the near future to get paid for buying a house! In today’s blog article, we are going to look at…
Buying a haunted house (or avoiding one)
So many people have been searching lately for “buying a haunted house.” My site has been drawing a lot of traffic because I’m one of…
Tips for getting a house in the current market. (for buyers in North-East Bakersfield)
Finding a home in North East Bakersfield is extremely difficult at the moment. There are not many choices, which means that houses are disappearing quickly.…