Commercial property insurance has become a significant pressure point for many California property owners. What used to be a predictable operating expense is now a line item that can materially affect cash flow, leasing strategy, and even deal viability. Premiums …
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Key Changes to California Real Estate Laws in 2026
California’s real estate landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace. In 2025, the Legislature enacted a new slate of laws that will shape housing development, land use, and project approvals across the state into 2026 and beyond. This article …
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Harvest LLP Recognized in Best Law Firms 2026
Harvest LLP is honored to be named in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®, receiving a Tier 1 ranking in San Diego for Real Estate Litigation. It is the fourth consecutive year the firm has been included in the …
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Harvest Welcomes New Associate and Paralegal
Harvest LLP is pleased to announce the addition of associate attorney William Ratner and litigation paralegal Jasmine Wallis Garcia to the team. William is based in Los Angeles, while Jasmine is based in San Diego. William is a talented, skillful …
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New California Laws Expand Redevelopment Opportunities for Commercial Property Owners and Developers
In October 2025, Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law two bills – SB 79 and AB 1050 – that will significantly influence the landscape for commercial real estate development in California. Both laws take effect in 2026 and are designed …
Newly Enacted SB 415 Further Streamlines Logistic Center Development
California has fine-tuned its new logistics siting law. After Assembly Bill 98’s 2024 rollout revealed definitional gaps and uneven application, the legislature returned with targeted amendments. Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 415 on October 3, 2025, refining AB 98 …
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Policy Meets Property: Real Estate Impacts of the “One Big Beautiful Bill”
On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed the sweeping H.R. 1 – known more commonly as the “One Big Beautiful Act”(the “Act”) – into law after being passed in the Senate by a narrow 51-50 vote. The Act is part …
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CEQA’s Overhaul: Major Rollbacks Reshape Housing and Development in California
On July 1, 2025, sweeping reforms to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) took effect, significantly changing the environmental review process for housing and certain other developments in California. In response to the state’s ongoing housing crisis and growing frustration …
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Keeping the Peace: How Landlords and Property Owners Can Reduce and Manage Nuisance Claims
Across virtually every commercial real estate asset class, there is a growing trend towards the creation of mixed-use environments. This shift is fueled by investors seeking greater flexibility and diversification in their projects, and it shows no sign of slowing. …
Tariffs Are Here: What Landlords Need to Know About the Impact on Commercial Leasing
New tariffs on imported construction materials—including steel, aluminum, electrical components, and finish goods—have now gone into effect. For commercial landlords, these tariffs are expected to drive up construction costs, create supply chain delays, and introduce new risks across lease transactions. …