How to Pick the Right Realtor When Selling Your Property
In the Ukiah Valley, we have a lot of Realtors to choose from, so how do you pick the one that’s right for you? Here…
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Can I Get Rid of an Easement?
Simply put, an easement is a right to use someone else’s property. As a property owner, you might grant an easement to allow neighbors to…
Promoting Your Property
I was recently talking with Colton Thompson, an entrepreneur who started as a Realtor, then used his real estate knowledge to fuel his successful photography…
Hardening Your Home Against Wildfire
Spring rains help us reduce the drought—which is good. But they also make it possible for lots of vegetation to grow—which can become fuel for…
Yet Another Poorly Conceived Proposed Bill
If you own a residential rental property, be sure to review Assembly Bill 2710. This proposed bill is a prime example of the government stepping…
Local Housing Market May Send People Out of State
During the pandemic, people stayed at home and became more aware of both the benefits and drawbacks of their living space. At the same time,…
Do I Need a Home Inspection and a Pest & Fungus Inspection?
I’ve had people ask why they need a home inspector and a pest and fungus inspector. Can’t the home inspector just do both reports? In…
Reducing the Risk of Fire Requires Hard Choices
Since fire season is now an annual event, we need to look at neighborhoods differently. How are people reducing risk? Are there exits that will…
How to Avoid Messing Up Your Credit Score
Almost everyone who buys a house needs a home loan. If you’re in the market for a new home and you want to show lenders…
How to Lose a Bidding War
As the housing market continues to tighten, buyers find themselves trying to outbid competitors to purchase their dream home. As it turns out, there are…