Why should I care about the difference between a legal parcel and an APN?
If you’ve ever looked at a property tax statement, you’ll notice there’s at least one parcel number listed. This is your assessor’s parcel number (APN),…
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10 Years Ago
Exactly 10 years ago this week, I started writing this weekly real estate column. Here was the inaugural column.By way of introduction, I’m Dick Selzer…
Two Problems You Can’t Ignore: Lead and Asbestos
When it comes to buying an older home, some problems are annoying while others can pose a serious threat to your health. If you don’t…
Selling One Home to Buy Another
Oftentimes, I share real estate information from the perspective of either the buyer or the seller, but what if you’re both? Unless you’re a first-time…
Right Problem, Wrong Solution–Rent Control
In 1995, the California State Legislature enacted the Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act, preventing local governments from enacting rent controls on single-family homes and on housing…
California Unveils Shared Loan Program for First-Time Buyers
My friend Ginny Richards, a senior loan officer at Kind Lending in Ukiah, was just telling me about a new loan program from the California…
Mold is Serious Business
In the past, I’ve addressed the risks posed by asbestos and lead. This week, I’ll tackle the dangers of mold. Not all mold is created…
Be the Best Buyer You Can Be
When it comes to making the biggest purchase of your life, a lack of experience and strong emotions can get in the way. Here are…
How Real Estate Has Changed…a Walk Through Old-time Ukiah
I was talking with a friend whose husband grew up in Ukiah and often gives directions based on landmarks that don’t exist anymore. “Keep going…
Maintain Your Property
As I was driving into town to come to work this morning, I noticed the weeds growing up in the median strip on Perkins Street…