Legal Aspects of Real Estate

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Units: 3 Advisory: Completion of BUS 290 with grade of "C" or better Hours: 54 lecture Explores the practical aspects of California Law with a focus on its relevance to Real Estate and Real Estate Businesses. This includes involving all students in discussions on sources of law, government regulation, litigation process, dispute resolution alternatives, property ownership divisions, transfer, title, contracts, escrow, agency, disclosure duties and landlord/tenant relationships. Students will also consider common sources of liability risk related to common real estate transactions and how to manage them. This course is helpful to everyone with an interest in Real Estate related transactions, preparing for the Real Estate Licensing exam and is required for those intending to ultimately seek a Real Estate Broker’s License. (CSU)