Ukiah’s Becoming More Business-Friendly
I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but the City of Ukiah and County of Mendocino have been actively promoting economic development lately. Whether these efforts…
Tag: Real estate
Avoid Pest and Fungus Problems – Part I
When properties go on the market, one of the most common inspections is the pest and fungus inspection. Most buildings, even new ones, have some…
Realtors Sift Through Online Jungle
When prospective homebuyers think about jumping into the market, they like to see what’s for sale in their price range with the amenities they’re looking…
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…
Ain’t Technology Grand?
While I am NOT a technology wizard, I do appreciate the convenience of having helpful information at my fingertips. It seems everyone has a cell…
Natural Hazard Disclosures
Natural Hazard Disclosures (NHDs) are required for virtually every real estate transaction (and if they’re not required for yours, you should get one anyway). An…
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,…
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…