Why Californians Bought Houses in 2013
Lots of Californians have purchased homes so far this year, and the California Association of Realtors did a little research to find out why.More than…
Author: Richard Selzer
Low Downpayment Loans
I know I’ve mentioned it before, but it bears repeating: in this market, sometimes you need more cash to rent a house than to buy…
Prepare for the Unexpected – Avoid Legal Hassles and Expenses These Three Ways
As I mentioned last week, sometimes life goes in a direction you don’t expect. This week, I’ll share some information about liquidated damages, specific performance,…
Energy Improvements Outside – How to Save Money and Be More Comfortable
Last week I shared ideas about how to improve your home’s energy efficiency by making changes to your home’s interior (replacing old appliances, adding a…
What is the Difference Between Real and Personal Property, and Why Does it Matter?
It continues to be a seller’s market. Home prices are rising and rates are still at historic lows. As I’m thinking about real estate and…
What’s the Best Way To Expand Your Square Footage?
Even though interest rates are up about a quarter of a percent, the housing market remains strong (maybe because interest rates are going up –…
I Wouldn’t Use an IRA to Buy a House
This column is in response to a community member’s request. I’m about to provide information that should be used as a basis for discussion with…
Prepare for the Unexpected – Homeowner’s Insurance
Sometimes life goes in a direction you don’t expect—either positive or negative. So this week, I thought I’d write about one way to prepare for…
Energy Improvements – How to Save Money and Be More Comfortable
It’s a seller’s market, and if you’re thinking of selling, one way to be successful is to make your home more energy efficient. Even if…
Reasons to Be Optimistic About the Market
I was reading one of the many emails I receive daily, and I came across one from the California Association of realtors that was pretty…