When to Buy: Timing the Market
Several people have asked recently whether they should wait a couple of years before plunging into the housing…
Disclose Everything – And Don’t Depend on Your …
If you ever decide to sell your house, you’ll be required to disclose information to potential buyers about…
Types of Tenancy
When you live in a home owned by someone else, you are living in one of four types…
Screening Tenants
When it comes to renting your property to a new tenant, it is worth investing the time to…
Land v. Improvements
When you buy real estate, the assessed valued is divided between the land and any improvements; improvements can…
Reverse Mortgages Can Provide Needed Cash
Did you know that if you are 62 or older, you can use a reverse mortgage to borrow…
2022 Projections and the High Cost of Regulation
Every year, the California Association of Realtors (CAR) makes projections for the coming year based on housing trends…
Homeowners Insurance Cancelations
Homeowners’ insurance companies have taken a beating in recent years, especially those that cover homes in rural areas…
Bait and Switch – California’s Zoning Change
In last week’s column, I referred to recent legislation affecting residential zoning. Here are the details. This fall,…
Be a Good Neighbor and Get Agreements in …
I cannot tell you the number of times people have made agreements with their neighbors sealed with a…
End-of-Year Tax Considerations
As the year draws to a close, now is a good time to gather your financial documents and…