anthonywburton, Author at AWB LAW, P.C.

anthonywburton In Blog, Homeowners, Real Estate

Slander of Title: When False Statements About Property Ownership Causes Harm

The Importance of Documentation in Real Estate Transactions

Slander of Title: When False Statements About Property Ownership Causes Harm If someone published a false and disparaging statement about your property and it harmed you, you may have a basis for a lawsuit against that party. Most slander cases concern words published about a person that put them in...

anthonywburton In Blog, Homeowners, Ownership Dispute

Adverse Possession: Persistence May Pay Off

Adverse Possession: Persistence May Pay Off Adverse possession is the legal term for “squatter’s rights.” It means getting a valid, legal title to real property that’s enforceable against others with more traditional, legal interests (like someone who owns it). Adverse possession cases were generally rare, but with the increase of...

anthonywburton In Blog, Landlord-Tenant

COVID-19 Related Residential Evictions Barred Until June 30

Good news for tenants and good and bad news for property owners. California has extended the state’s eviction moratorium through June 30, 2021 under legislation signed by the governor in January. The governor’s office claims California has the strongest renter protections in the nation. The legislation provides financial relief to...

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California Homestead: New Law Offers More Financial Protection to Homeowners

Assist Clients with Fair Housing Compliance

California has a higher homestead exemption, thanks to a bill signed last year by the Governor. It affords more financial protection for homeowners against unsecured creditors. Given the high cost of California homes and the continuing rise in real estate values, the increase is long overdue. What is a Homestead...

anthonywburton In Blog, Landlord-Tenant, Real Estate

Eviction In The Time of COVID

Assisting Clients with Subpoena Compliance

Sheriffs Evict Tenants But Try Not to Make Them Homeless Homelessness has always been a problem, but it means a heavier burden while COVID-19 fills hospitals. Recent surveys estimate about a third of tenants aren’t sure they’ll be able to pay next month’s rent. Homeless shelters could be the scenes...

anthonywburton In Blog, Real Estate, Real Estate Purchase

What Can a Buyer Do If Defects in a Real Estate Sale Aren’t Disclosed?

Litigation Involving Habitability Claims Including Mold, Bed Bugs and Other Pests

Not telling a buyer about material facts about real estate could be the basis of a lawsuit against the seller and or the seller’s agent. Most sellers and agents are smart enough to know covering up defects is risky given the property will probably be inspected, or the owner will...

anthonywburton In Blog, Neighbor, Ownership Dispute, Real Estate

I Can’t Enjoy My Home Because of My Neighbor. What Can I Do?

You purchased what you thought would be your home, sweet home. But it turned out not to be so sweet. You can’t enjoy your property because of what your neighbor is doing. You may be in the opposite situation. You’re using your property reasonably, following the applicable ordinances, but your...

anthonywburton In Blog, Ownership Dispute, Real Estate

Disputes Between Property Co-Owners: Breaking Up Need Not Be Hard to Do

Owning property with another party can be like a marriage. It may be long-lasting, and despite some ups and downs, a beautiful thing. But not all marriages last, and when they break up, it can be angry, amicable, or somewhere in between. We represent property owners involved in disputes and...

anthonywburton In Blog, Landlord-Tenant, Leasing, Real Estate

What Can Landlords Do Given the COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act and Federal Eviction Moratorium?

If you’re a residential landlord, not only may you be dealing with tenants not paying their rent, but evolving local, state, and federal rules on what you can and cannot do in response as well. There are many moving pieces in this machine. To avoid getting caught up in it,...

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COVID-19 Has Disrupted Commercial Landlord-Tenant Relationships

Due to the economic upheaval caused by the COVID-19 virus, tenants may be unwilling or unable to pay rent. Though we were doing well earlier this year, in the second quarter the economy declined by nearly a third, the worst on record. Whether you’re a tenant or property owner, if...

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