Housing Market Needs Houses
Once again, I am baffled by lawmakers who think they can slice the same piedifferent ways…
Housing Market Analysis
People often ask what I think the housing market will do. Without a crystal ball,it’s hard…
Design Trends
If you’ve been to my home, you know I am not one to follow the latest…
Is the Passthrough Entity Tax Worthwhile?
If your income is greater than $300,000 and the assessed value of your personalresidence that you…
Mistakes Sellers Make
Most people don’t sell houses very often, so it’s understandable that they’d makea few mistakes. Luckily,…
Is it Worth Building an ADU?
Many empty nesters would like to downsize, but because their home loan islocked in at such…
Who Pays For Acts of God in a …
Insurance policies often let you know that “acts of God” are not covered, so thequestion becomes:…
A Couple of New Laws on the Books
Every year, new laws go into effect. I wish I could write a column about all…
Don't Let Time Run Out (Part 2)
In real estate, as in many fields, if you’re going to take someone to court, youmust…
Don't let time run out
As I’ve mentioned before, my lawyer once said, “In a lawsuit, you may win andyou may…
How Do We Make Housing More Affordable?
Affordable housing is a big political topic lately. To put home ownership withinreach of more people,…
Anything but a lawsuit
Since people’s homes are often the most expensive asset they own,disagreements among buyers and sellers can…