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How Can the Form of Title on Your Real Estate Avoid Probate

    When purchasing any real property, one must not ignore the importance of how the property is titled. Many will simply check the box next to the form of title they hear the most, without really knowing what it means. However, the way title is held may have consequences several years down the road and could subject one’s heirs to significant costs. In this article...

The Truth About Renting vs. Owning

In 2019, the millennial generation (those born from 1981-1996) became the largest generation in the United States, finally surpassing the baby boomers. While exact numbers are not available, projections had the famed Millennial generation reaching 73 million members. (For those interested, Generation X is projected to overtake Boomers in 2028).  Delayed Until Further Notice Statistic...

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The Intricacies of the Force Majeure Clause During this Pandemic

Before COVID-19 hit, most people couldn’t tell you the definition of a force majeure clause. Simply put, a force majeure clause excuses a party from performing under a contract, if their performance becomes implausible or impractical, because of some unforeseen or unanticipated event. These uncontrollable events are also known as “Acts of God”. Parties often place force...

COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act of 2020

By our JohnHart Attorney:  Over the past six months, there has been a flurry of different eviction moratoriums enacted by cities, counties, and even the State of California. The different local orders created a complicated framework, usually requiring an attorney to decipher which rule applied to each rental. On Monday, August 31st, Governor Newsom signed the COVID-19 Tenan...

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How SB 91 Changes the Tenant Relief Act of 2020

Our attorney at JohnHart wrote this blog and I wanted to share this information with you.  As many of you know, Governor Newsom signed the COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act of 2020 (AB 3088) in August of last year. This legislation provided protection for tenants who are one or more months behind in rent. Additionally, it enumerated responsibilities for landlords regarding the...

10 Romantic Outdoor Restauants

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and thanks to Governor Gavin Newsom’s recent lifting of the stay-at-home order, Angelenos have a plethora of dining options to celebrate Saint Valentine. VDay 2021 may not resemble the lover’s days of old, but thankfully there are many restaurants offering al fresco dining that exude romance. So, whether you’re in the mood for a ...

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8 Must-Watch Movies Premiering March 2021

  Love Movies?   From hotly anticipated sequels to innovative originals, there are plenty of great films debuting on screens small and large next month. That’s why we put together a solid list of 8 must-watch movies premiering in March 2021: 1) Godzilla vs. King Kong When: March 31st Where: In Theaters and HBO Max Streaming App   With an estimated $...

Vaccine Reinforcements on the Way

  Debates over the reopening of schools in the Golden State continue to rage as parents, teachers, and administrators cannot seem to get on the same page. The latest news from the state’s office is a hard push to jump-start the reopening process for in-person learning. Specifically, California will save 10% of its vaccine supply for teachers starting March 1. In addition, sch...

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California Housing Market Carries 2020 Momentum into 2021

  California’s housing market began the 2021 year on a positive note. The state’s favorable trends continued from December into January, as we recorded the highest sales level since 2009. January saw a seasonally annualized rate of 484,730 closed escrow sales for existing, single-family detached homes in California (according to the California Association of R...

JohnHart Real Estate is crossing State Lines

**Announcing JohnHart Real Estate is crossing State Lines to Las Vegas!! The City of Lights burns brighter, as JohnHart Real Estate takes our talents to Las Vegas. We have opened our first location in the city that never sleeps. JohnHart Real Estate is expanding, we are crossing state lines for the first time in our history (a second location is under construction, and wi...