How to Avoid Getting Dropped as a Real …
In my office, we have a list of individuals and organizations we won’t do business with—most are vendors,…
Becoming a First-Time Homebuyer
Home ownership isn’t right for everyone, but it can be a great investment and provide a huge sense…
Way to Go, Ukiah!
Ukiah is my hometown and I love living here. I know it’s not perfect, but no place is.…
Mortgage Do’s and Don’ts
Buying real estate is one of the biggest investments you’re likely to make. As such, mortgage lenders have…
Play to Your Strengths
For the past couple columns, you may have noticed that I’ve written about financial equations and analysis. This…
Basic Finance: Internal Rate of Return
This is the second in a series about finance. Because saving for a down payment can have such…
Basic Finance 101: Compounding Interest
When it comes to buying real estate, many people tend to get a little overwhelmed by the financial…
Homeowners Insurance and Wildfire Coverage
If your home burned in last fall’s wildfires, you may be interested in the following bills going through…
Water Rights for Homeowners
Many of us don’t think much about the water we use. If we turn on the tap and…
Adjustable Rate Mortgages
When you get a loan to buy a house, you can choose a fixed-rate or an adjustable-rate mortgage.…
What Are Landlords Responsible For?
Many people rent rather than own their homes. If this is true for you, you depend on a…
The Accidental Realtor
In a typical real estate transaction, buyers and sellers each have a licensed real estate agent to represent…