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What is this thing called Mello-Roos?

Published April 3, 2018

Mello and Roos were two members of the California Legislature in the 80’s. They created the Bill the established Mello-Roos Bonds. Basically, a builder must provide as an expense of construction of a new residential subdivision funds to cover various infrastructure requirements (streets, lighting, etc.).

Avoid These 6 Decor Trends When Selling

Published April 2, 2018

As a seller, you want to make sure that you find a buyer in a reasonable amount of time. You also want to find a buyer who’s willing to pay you what your home is worth. And one of the best ways to do that is to prep your home in such a way that it “speaks” to buyers.

Should You Remodel or Tear Down and Rebuild?

Published March 29, 2018

Whether you’re considering buying a fixer-upper or already own a house that could use a little TLC, you may have wondered if it’s worth renovating or tearing down and rebuilding altogether.

7 Things to Know About Modular Homes

Published March 26, 2018

Unlike traditional home construction, modular homes are structures that are built in phases entirely inside a factory. If you’re considering buying a modular home, there are certain facts you should know about first in order to make a sound purchasing decision.

INFOGRAPHIC: 8 Stats on Today’s Millennial Homebuyer

Published March 22, 2018

Millennials are not only the largest demographic in the US at over 75 million, they also make up the biggest share of buyers in the country. Here are some stats on the demographic that’s heavily influencing the real estate market.

5 Ways to Finance Your Home Remodel

Published March 19, 2018

Home improvements are super expensive and often require a huge chunk of money in order to bring them to fruition. Luckily, there are different ways that you can fund your home improvement project without having to sell everything you own or beg your family and friends for money to cover this expense. Here are a few options you may want to consider to help you finance your next renovation.

6 Things You Need to Know Before Renting Out a Condo

Published March 15, 2018

Renting out a property is a great way to bring in supplemental income, whether it’s a home, apartment, condo, or other type of real estate. But there are rules that landlords must adhere to in order to comply with the law while enjoying rental income.

6 Types of Fencing to Give Your Home Some Privacy

Published March 12, 2018

Your home’s fence plays a key role in two critical factors in your home’s exterior: esthetics and privacy. The type of fence you choose will be integral in how visually appealing your fence is and how much privacy you’ll be able to enjoy.

INFOGRAPHIC: N.A.R.’s Existing Home Sales Report For January 2017

Published March 8, 2018

While the median sale price of existing homes rose in January from the same time in 2017, the number of sales has dipped. Here are some statistics that have characterized the existing home sales market in January 2018, as compiled by the National Association of Realtors (NAR).

Questions to Ask Before Choosing Between an Adjustable-Rate or Fixed-Rate Mortgage

Published March 5, 2018

It’s the age-old question when it comes to taking out a home loan: should you go for an adjustable-rate or fixed rate mortgage?