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How to Evict a Problem Tenant in California (Without Breaking the Law!)
Evicting a tenant in California? Follow this step-by-step guide to ensure you stay compliant with state eviction laws in 2025.


What Law School Didn’t Teach Me (But My Clients Did)
Law school gave me the tools to practice law—but it was my clients who taught me how to serve with integrity, compassion, and clarity. Here's what I’ve learned outside the classroom.


Why Putting Your Airbnb Property in an LLC Can Backfire (What California Investors Should Know)
LLCs can protect Airbnb hosts, but only if they’re done right. In this post, California real estate attorney breaks down 4 common ways LLCs can cause more harm than good.


Yes, I’m a Real Estate Lawyer and a Broker in California. Here’s Why That Matters
Holding both a law license and a real estate broker license isn’t just impressive on paper. It gives my clients a strategic advantage—because I can anticipate the legal risks behind every transaction, and make sure their deals are both smart and secure.


5 Legal Mistakes Real Estate Investors Make (and How to Avoid Them)
Avoid common legal mistakes in real estate investing. Learn 5 pitfalls investors face—and how a real estate attorney can help you protect your property and profits.


How to Grow a Small Business: The Soft Skill that Drives Hard Results
Empathy isn’t just a soft skill—it’s a strategic advantage. Real estate attorney Sara Naheedy shares how leading with empathy helped her grow a values-driven law firm, deepen client relationships, and build lasting trust.


Buying vs. Renting a Home in California in 2025
Should you rent or buy a home in California in 2025? Learn the legal and financial pros and cons before making your move.


Seller Disclosures in California: What You Must Legally Reveal Before Selling a Home
Selling a home in California? Know your legal disclosure obligations to avoid lawsuits, penalties, and canceled sales. Transparency is key!


Airbnb & Short-Term Rental Laws in California: What Investors Must Know
Navigating California's short-term rental laws is crucial for Airbnb hosts. Learn more about it before investing.


The Trifecta of a Successful 1031 Exchange: Rules, Paperwork, and Communication
Master the 1031 exchange with expert tips on rules, paperwork, and communication to protect and grow your real estate investments.


The Baby Boomer Wealth Transfer: A Historic Opportunity in Real Estate
The Baby Boomer wealth transfer is reshaping real estate. Learn how this historic shift impacts the industry.


Orange County to Auction Off Tax-Delinquent Properties: A Unique Opportunity for Investors in 2025
Orange County is auctioning tax-delinquent properties! Discover how investors can secure homes, land, and timeshares at competitive prices.


LLC for Real Estate: Pros and Cons
An LLC offers liability protection and tax benefits for real estate investors, but it also comes with costs and financing challenges.


Real Estate Division After a Breakup: What Unmarried Couples Need to Know
Dividing real estate after a breakup? Unmarried couples face unique legal challenges. Learn your options.


The Modern Prenup: Why Every Couple Should Have One Before Marriage
Prenups protect both partners, clarify finances, and ensure fairness. Here’s why every couple should consider one before marriage.


Understanding Escrow in California Real Estate: A Consumer Guide
Escrow protects buyers and sellers in California real estate by securely managing funds and documents until all terms are met.


Real Estate Co-Ownership Agreements in California: A Must-Know Guide
Co-owning property in California? A real estate co-ownership agreement protects your rights, prevents disputes and ensures legal security.


New Real Estate Laws in 2025!
Starting in 2025, there are several new laws that impact real estate. ADU Laws: Extends the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) amnesty law to...


5 Common Rent Scams Landlords Should Be Aware Of
Money wiring scam: An applicant overpays with a forged check and requests the excess to be wired back. The check bounces, leaving the...


How to Navigate the Path of the Unrepresented Buyer
In the post-NAR world, more buyers are choosing to buy a home without an agent. Diving into the California real estate market without a...


What is a Buyer's Representation Agreement and Why You Need a Buyer's Agent
BUYER'S REPRESENTATION AGREEMENT: By now you've probably heard about the significant changes happening in the world of residential real...


The Revised RPA-the Changes You Need to Know!
The California Residential Purchase Agreement and Joint Escrow Instructions (C.A.R. Form RPA) was revised in both June and July. Three...


Landlord Guidelines Regarding the Security Deposit Refund Process
The following items are what landlords sometimes do not understand about the security deposit refund process: Taking Too Long: California...


Additional Requirements to California's Tenant Protection Act
SB 567 directly impacts two sets of property owners – Fix and Flip investors planning to substantially remodel or rebuild a property for...
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