Tips for a Quick Sale
When it comes to selling your house, it can be tempting to ignore some of your Realtor’s advice, especially when they want you to do…
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When to Get Appraisal – Part 2
Besides satisfying your curiosity, knowing your home’s value can come in handy whether you’re litigating a legal case, dealing with estate issues, or managing an…
Buying a Home? The Timing on Inspections Matters
I’ve talked about home inspections many times, but I don’t usually talk about the impact of timing. If you’re buying a home, it’s important to…
Mortgage Rules You Should Break
In early 2022, mortgage rates were down around 2.5 percent. Today, they’re closer to 7.5 percent. On a 30-year, fixed-rate loan, this means your monthly…
When to Get Appraisal – Part 3
Besides satisfying your curiosity, knowing your home’s value can come in handy. A home appraisal is an unbiased evaluation to determine your property’s market value.…
To Save on Taxes, Timing Matters (Part II)
When it comes to income and investing, understanding how timing affects your taxes is a big deal. Profits from your investment property are affected by…
Home Energy Audits
During hot Ukiah summers, those of us who can’t live without air conditioning receive eye-popping energy bills. One way to reduce those bills is to…
Keep Your House Cool
As summers get hotter and hotter, it takes more energy to keep them cool. Here are some ways to keep costs—and temperatures—down.Shade treesOne of the…