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…
The Housing Market Drives Our Economy
I was recently talking to my friend, Mark Pardini who owns Pardini Appliance. He was mentioning that back…
Routine Maintenance - Winterizing Your Home
Now is a good time to do the routine maintenance that will keep your home in good working…
Flood Insurance During a La Nina Year
After years of drought, many of us are pleased to hear that it may be a wet winter;…