Who is responsible for the condition of a residential rental?
When it comes to renting a place to live, there are plenty of gray areas regarding who is responsible for what. Here are some points…
Author: Richard Selzer
Sellers’ questions answered
While each real estate transaction is unique, the questions sellers ask are often the same. Here are some of the most common questions answered.What should…
New Tax Benefit for Investment Properties
If you own an investment property, I’ve got good news for you. The IRS has a regulation called a partial disposition election. It allows you…
LA Fires and Homeowners’ Insurance
As of this writing on January 14, fires in the Los Angeles Basin have destroyed more than 10,000 structures (threatening another 52,000+) and burned more…
Technology requires a human touch
When people become interested in the real estate market, they often start online, perusing one of the myriad digital sites—from databases like Zillow, Trulia, and…
Buyers’ questions answered
While each real estate transaction is unique, the questions buyers ask are often the same. Here are some of the most common questions answered.What credit…
Exploring Solar Energy Options
Recently, PG&E announced a planned 65% rate hike over the next three years, inspiring me to get a quote on installing solar panels. These days,…
Hiring a Realtor to Buy a Home
There’s a new law that requires real estate agents to enter into a contract with anyone they are working with, not just people interested in…
Navigating Abandoned Property as a Landlord: Rules, Risks, and Realities
If you’re a landlord, what should you do if a tenant leaves personal property behind? While the answer may seem simple—just remove the items and…
Planning for 2025: Identify Problems Early
If you own your home or any investment properties, it’s likely that these are your most valuable assets, so it makes sense to take good…