Many individuals formerly working as 1099 independent contractors in California must now form legal business entities to provide their services. As explained by Small Business Trends, California’s AB5 law, enacted in 2020, requires companies to only work with...
Selecting the right name for your new business is important and not just because it identifies your enterprise to the public. A business name must meet certain requirements in California to be valid. To choose a legally permissible name, you should consider how to...
Rather than dealing with a person or company violating an agreement, you could be the party that cannot meet a contract's terms. How do you get out of an agreement without facing a lawsuit? Chron offers tips for saving face when you must extricate yourself from a...
While you may possess the right qualities for becoming a property developer in California, you may lack the financial reserves needed to get projects off the ground. How do you plead your case to people and organizations who may help? Chron offers insights for getting...
Deciding to start a business in California opened a floodgate of additional decisions to make. For instance, how do you get a business license or registration so you may operate in your business sector and geographic location legally? Chron breaks down the steps for...
Entering into a real estate contract by making an offer and having the seller accept it is just the beginning of the home buying journey. After you and the seller sign the paperwork, the real fun begins. Several things must happen after you and the seller enter into a...
Requiring employment contracts for your workers in California can serve a dual purpose. A well-written contract can disclose your expectations and provide clarity for your workers. It can also be a way for you to preserve and protect sensitive aspects of your...
When you buy property in California, the seller must make certain legally required disclosures. Failure to do so can result in legal action if you find a defect with your home after purchase. Familiarize yourself with California real estate disclosures and learn how...
Residents of this part of Los Angeles enjoy access to several preserved areas including Forrestal Nature Reserve and Palos Verdes Estates Shoreline Preserves. However, purchasing land in these areas comes with special rules. Developers seeking properties in Palos...
When you buy property in California, you may assume that you will get to use this property however you want. You may want to build a house, open a business, rent the space and more, but there are certain things that could hinder your plans or cause you to change your...
