Home Inspections – Getting Up Close and Personal
Last week I talked about pest and fungus reports. This week, I’m sharing information about home inspections—what they cover and why they’re important.To find a…
Tag: Real estate
Here are a few answers to common real estate questions
How Can I Put Zero Cash Down And Still Buy a House?Sometimes people make enough money to pay a monthly mortgage payment, but just can’t…
Making Ukiah Safer in 2014
As some of you may have read in the paper earlier this week, my company is sponsoring a contest to make Ukiah a safer place…
Covenants and Conditions and Restrictions, Oh My!
Covenants, conditions and restrictions, or CC&Rs, are almost always put in place when a subdivision is created. They cover a large range of property rights…
Don’t accidently give away some of your property rights: Easements
A couple weeks ago, I talked about title insurance and how it can help you guard against unexpected liens on your property (someone having legal…
Pest & Fungus Inspections – More Than Just Termites
After reading last week’s article, if you’re brave enough to buy in winter let me tell you about one of the most vitally important inspections…
What Rebates Are Available for Energy Retrofits in 2014?
I’ve talked generally about saving money by retrofitting your home with energy efficient upgrades, but after reviewing previous columns, I realize I haven’t provided specific…
What Is Seller Financing And What Should I Watch For?
When a buyer wants to purchase a property but doesn’t want to pay the whole price in cash, and the seller wants to sell the…
Real Estate Investing – Part IV: Commercial Property
This summer I’ve written three “Real Estate Investing” columns covering single family residential properties; duplexes, four-plexes and apartment complexes with fewer than five units; and…
A Floor Plan Can Save You Some Hassle
With the longer days of summer, some of you have a little more time on your hands, providing an excellent opportunity to prevent future hassles.…