Spring Cleaning and Home Maintenance
As flowers bloom and the weather warms, it’s time to think about spring cleaning and annual home maintenance. Whether…
A Science-based Approach to Water, Wildlife and Our …
I recently attended a presentation by Janet Pauli, Ph.D., the preeminent expert on our local water supply. She…
Buying a Home After the Fires
Wildfires and subsequent winter rains have affected thousands of Northern California homes since October. If you are considering…
Smart Homes Keep You Connected 24/7 – Part …
Last week, I shared some of the smart-home innovations made possible by modern technology, things like thermostats you…
Smart Homes Keep You Connected 24/7 – Part …
In 1898, the commissioner of the U.S. Patent Office, Charles Holland Duell, reportedly said, “Everything that can be…
For Sale by Owner Leads to Lower Sales …
It’s no secret that home sellers want to sell their property for the highest possible price, while homebuyers…
Mendocino County Construction Corps
As long as there have been schools, there have been students who knew sitting in a classroom all…
Crazy Tenants
Our Property Management division has seen some crazy things in their day, from tenants (residents) parking motorcycles indoors…
Warning Signs of Underlying Problems
When you fall in love with a house, it’s easy to get swept away in the emotion of…
Uninsured Deeds Can Be a Real Pain in …
Sometimes cutting corners to save a buck can be really expensive.Let’s say you have great neighbors. You’ve known…
Arbitration
When you buy or sell a house, it can be very exciting, whether you’re becoming a homeowner for…
Tired of Renting? Now’s a Great Time to …
Many renters are under the mistaken impression that they cannot afford to buy a house. Some believe they…