Disclosures – Might as Well Tell the Truth
In the dictionary, “disclosure” is defined as the action of making new or secret information known. Having recently…
Sonoma Clean Power Comes to Town
If you live in an unincorporated part of Mendocino County, or in the cities of Fort Bragg, Willits…
Buying Existing Loans
Last week, I shared information about hard-money loans, which are loans that often work when conventional loans won't.…
Buying Existing Loans, called "Real-Estate-Backed Notes"
Last week, I shared information about hard-money loans, which are loans that often work when conventional loans won't.…
The TRUE Cost of Building
I’m frequently asked why we don’t have more houses available in Ukiah for sale or rent. Although the…
Reverse Deferred Exchanges – Not for the Faint …
Once in a while, it’s fun to discuss a topic that’s a little esoteric. While 90 percent of…
Save Yourself a Little Time and Hassle: Fill …
Each time a property’s ownership changes hands, a small avalanche of documentation must accompany the transaction. Your Realtor…
Preliminary Title Reports Are Really Helpful, Especially If …
I know I’ve said this before, but it bears repeating: when it comes to real estate documents, the…
New State Law Governs Granny Units
Recently, the State of California passed a law eliminating the ability of local governments to unreasonably restrict homeowners…
Realtor Safety Training Helps Keep Realtors and Others …
Usually, I write columns to inform the public about matters pertaining to real estate and/or property management. However,…
Landscaping and Hardscaping May Prevent Buyers from Escaping
When you decide to sell your house, it’s important to show off its best features: the updated kitchen,…
We Can Keep Complaining About the Housing Shortage …
I attended a meeting on May 4 hosted by property developers Guillon, Inc., where a dozen or so…