Simultaneously Recorded Liens and Priorities

Simultaneously Recorded Liens and Priorities

Part one of this two-part series discussed California’s system of lien priorities.  To summarize, California applies a “first in time, first in right” system, under which, generally, the priority of liens is determined according to the time of creation.  However, a...
Difference Between Grant Deeds and Quitclaim Deeds

Difference Between Grant Deeds and Quitclaim Deeds

What is Deed? When you sell or buy real property, the transfer of that property is executed through a deed. A deed is basically a legal instrument that assigns ownership of the property to a person or entity. Note, deeds are different than title- title is the...