Guest Blog: Senior Living: How to Make the Best Choice

When you’re ready to downsize, figuring out what to do with your existing home is often the most difficult decision. The good news is that…

Harris Quarry – Living with Reasonable Discomforts

On December 16, 2019, the Mendocino County Board of Supervisors voted 3 to 2 in favor of allowing the Harris Quarry in Willits to expand…

Intermittent Inspections

Like scheduling preventive maintenance on your car or going in for an annual physical for your health, it’s hard to get ourselves to spend money…

Protecting Your Home Against Sun Damage

With climate change, those of us who are homeowners may need to put in extra effort to take care of our houses.Exterior Paint & SidingUkiah…

Here’s Why Your House Isn’t Selling

There are really only two factors that influence the speed with which your house sells: price and exposure. If your house isn’t selling, one of…

How to Save on Home Renovations

Whether you’re renovating a home in preparation to sell or simply to enjoy living in it, it’s best to go into the process with clear…

Landlords’ Questions Answered

From the outside looking in, property management seems fairly straightforward. You own a property. You rent it to someone. They agree to stay for an…

Probate and Real Estate

You’ve heard the well-worn phrase, “Nothing is certain except death and taxes.” Well, this column is about trying to minimize taxes upon your death, so…

Expensive Mistakes Homeowners Make

Since your home is typically the biggest single financial investment most people make, it’s important to take care of it and to do your best…

Mobile, Manufactured, and Modular—What’s the Difference?

I was recently asked, “What is the difference between a mobile, manufactured, and modular home?” Turns out that even after 40 years in real estate,…