Keeping up with the arcane rules for condo-conversion in San Francisco is a full-time job.  As a local Realtor I have a rough knowledge of them but always need qualify the information I give with the “you need to check with an attorney” line. The biggest contributor to the complexity is the evolving rent control rules which affect which buildings qualify for the condo lottery. And the lottery itself has a complex priority system for those who have entered multiple times over the years which I can’t even begin to explain.

Fortunately we have local attorneys willing to study, understand and interpret this mess. And occasionally we are lucky enough to have easy access to them without having to pay them $500/hour.

On February 12 from 6:30-8:00 pm,  attorneys David Gellman and Boy McSparran are offering a seminar entitled The Five Worst Mistakes in Condo Conversions and Condo Alternatives in 2008.  These guys live and breathe the stuff that goes into condo-conversions and tenancies-in-common  I’ve heard David speak at some of our office meetings. He has the ability to make a dry topic entertaining, and I always learn something when I hear him.  Some of their discussion will center on recent court cases and how they affect condominium law.

The seminar is divided into two parts. It looks like the first part is directed towards those who have won the lottery and are beginning the process of converting.  The second half is dedicated to TIC owners and prospective TIC owners. There is an unlimited question and answer period.

A reservation is required to attend! To reserve a place, please call Pierre Beniston at Financial title– 415-512-0123.

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