We Can Keep Complaining About the Housing Shortage or We Can Support Those Who Want to Address it
I attended a meeting on May 4 hosted by property developers Guillon, Inc., where a dozen or so of the 80 neighbors who were invited…
Author: Richard Selzer
Hope for the Best, Prepare for the Worst — Prevent Wildfire Damage
With summer right around the corner, now is a good time to prepare your property for the threat of wildfires. Most fires start small. If…
All Properties are Sold “As-Is” Unless You’re Paying Attention
When you buy a property in California, you’re buying it “as-is” unless you negotiate a different agreement pertaining to a specific item with the seller.…
What NOT To Do When Putting Your House on the Market
I’ve written several columns reviewing what to do when you decide to sell your house, but it occurred to me that I might not have…
Marijuana’s Legal Status in California and What Happens Now
Opinions about marijuana are all over the map in Mendocino County, and people can get pretty fired up about their respective positions. Whether you’re pro…
Springtime Maintenance
As April showers make way for May flowers, it’s time to start tackling annual upkeep to keep your home in prime condition.You can start by…
All Properties are Sold “As-Is” Unless You’re Paying Attention – Part II
As I said last week, when you buy a property in California, you’re buying it “as-is” unless you negotiate an agreement pertaining to a specific…
What’s the Difference Between a Comparative Market Analysis and an Appraisal?
Before you buy or sell a house, it’s important to know its market value. As a buyer, you want to pay as little as possible,…
Prepayment Penalties – The Double Whammy
You may have heard you can save a bundle of money by paying off your mortgage early. Have you ever asked yourself, “If I’m saving…
Getting Ready for a Successful Open House
Every weekend, Realtors hold open houses so prospective buyers can walk through properties and imagine themselves in a new space. Some open houses are more…