When purchasing any real property, one must not ignore the importance of how the property is titled. Many will simply check the box next to the form of title they hear the most, without really knowing what it means. However, the way title is held may have consequences several years down the road and could […]
A Broker’s duty to a buyer was forever changed in 1984 with the case of Easton v. Stassburger, 152 Cal.App.3d 90(1984). The ruling in Easton stated that Brokers had an affirmative duty to conduct a “reasonably competent and diligent inspection of residential real property listed for sale and to disclose to prospective purchasers all facts […]
For most Americans, the largest asset they own is their home. However, the cost of establishing an estate plan can be prohibitive for some. To create an affordable means to transfer real estate and avoid Probate, the California Assembly passed Bill (AB) 139 (codified in California Probate Code Section 5642), which created a deed that […]
Quotes… yes, yes, quite the trite topic, but the reality is that when we’re running on low because we’ve been grinding for days, weeks, or months, a little pick me up from someone who has been there before (and succeeded) helps a lot! Here’s a compilation of some real estate/property centered quotes that drive home the […]
Any real estate professional who occasionally handles rentals or the sale of properties subject to rent control laws should be familiar with rent control laws. This is particularly the case as Assembly Bill (“AB”) 1482, mandating certain statewide rent control policies, comes into effect, likely on January 1, 2020. This article provides an overview of the […]
TRICK OR TREAT! Halloween is right around the corner. Having trouble figuring out how to decorate in time? Below is a list of 6 easy decorations that will make your house feel more haunted than ever! Web with Spiders – Front Door Entrance For an added touch, decorate with pumpkins and candles. Zombie Apocalypse – Outside the […]
Those of us old enough to remember the bubble burst of 2007/2008, do not reflect on it fondly. Homeowners saw over a decade of equity eviscerated (figuratively) overnight. I’m not going to go into the causes of the housing bubble, and I’m not going to tell you how to avoid it because that’s up to the […]
New home, new rooms, new furniture, not enough space? Our goal with this article is to provide tips on how to make your home look as big as possible. We will be creating an optical illusion by using specific color techniques, furniture arranging, as well as smart lighting arrangements as seen in the photo above! […]
A loved one recently moved in a new home and your day is planned out to the T. What do you do? Do you just purchase a gift card and call it a day? NO! You follow this guide in order to find the Perfect Housewarming Gift! Below will be items that can be purchased […]
New England Patriots quarterback, Tom Brady is selling his Brookline home for $39.5 million dollars. I’m not ashamed to say that I had to “Google” where Brookline is and come to find out; it’s in Massachusetts. The home measures 9,716 square feet, has five-bedrooms and sits on 5 acres next to Brookline’s extremely exclusive Country […]
