Would You Like To Be Paid To Save Money? Consider Energy Rebates
I’ll start by saying I’m not generally in favor of government rebates or subsidies. If investing in something does not make sense without a rebate,…
Category: Real Estate
What Do Buyers Really Want? The Secret Homebuyer Checklist – Part I
When considering which house to buy, something that seems unimportant at first blush can become a nagging pain in the back (or lower) over time.…
The Goldilocks Approach to Pricing: Not Too High, Not Too Low—Just Right
As a rule, people who sell their real estate holdings want to receive top dollar, whether it’s a family residence or a commercial building. The…
Marketing Your Home
When you decide to sell your house, you’ll want to share the news with every potential buyer out there. But how? The way you market…
Building a Custom Deck
We are at the tail end of the rainy season, and as the weather warms we’ll want to spend more time outdoors. If you’re thinking…
What Do Buyers Really Want? The Secret Homebuyer Checklist – Part II
Last week I reviewed a list of items to consider when buying a home. As a homebuyer, you typically know how many bedrooms you need,…
Why Isn’t There More New Construction?
I’ve been asked why we don’t see more new homes constructed in our valley, and the answer is simple: it’s too expensive. Right now it…
Spring Cleaning
With the end of the rain and the blooming of wildflowers comes that undeniable itch to put your home in order—it’s time for spring-cleaning.Maintaining a…
Why Aren’t There Any Rentals in Ukiah?
Lately Ukiahans have been complaining about the lack of available rental housing in the area. Here’s a little perspective on why it’s tough to find…
What’s a Hard-Money Loan, and Do I Want One?
Most of us don’t have several hundred thousand dollars in cash lying around, so when we want to purchase real estate (or invest in a…