It’s hard to believe that 2020 is almost here. And as we get ready for the dawn of a new decade, many of us will put together a list of New Year’s resolutions. Of course, we have every intention of keeping them. But as they...
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Escrow
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As a home buyer or seller, an Escrow Officer is someone you may not have direct contact with during the home buying or selling process. Unlike your real estate agent or broker, who you speak to and see on a more regular basis, the Escrow...
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Escrow
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It is actually quite common that you may be asked to pay down some of your debt during the escrow process. It may be a car, or credit cards, or other personal loans. Don’t consider this a bad thing! In a way, it’s a lot...
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Escrow 101
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Purchasing a new home is usually the most significant investment an individual will ever make. And whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or you have purchased multiple properties before, the process never seems to be crystal clear and simple to understand.
Take escrow and trusts, for example....
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Real Estate News
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California has seen its fair share of natural disasters already this year. Most notably, more wildfires that have ravaged the state each year since 2017, leaving a wake of destruction in their path. And sadly, we are not out of the woods yet because on...
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Real Estate News
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Recently, we have been receiving questions about California’s Propositions 60 and 90, so we wanted to take a moment to discuss them in more detail.
They are quite similar, so, understandably, there would be confusion. But after discussing the unique attributes of each one, we think...
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Escrow 101
by cvescrow
The escrow process usually elicits questions from both buyers and sellers and can feel even more overwhelming for someone who has never bought or sold a home before.
But, we have great news! Armed with a bit of information, the escrow process can feel worlds more...
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Real Estate News
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Homeowner Associations can be a great asset to any residential property, but there are also specific details, as a homeowner and potential home seller, you should be familiar with.
Before selling your home, it’s best to do your due diligence. This may include asking your HOA...
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Real Estate News
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It’s a time we can count on each and every year - tax time! And, while it isn’t anyone's favorite topic, it can’t be avoided.
You may remember that earlier this year there were some changes made to homeownership tax laws. So, this year, many people...
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Escrow,
Real Estate
by cvescrow
The process of buying or selling a home can be an exhilarating time! For both buyers and sellers, the journey is full of various emotions and plenty of twists and turns. It’s no surprise given how many nuances, steps are involved, and people who play...