California SB 183, requiring all single family California homes and rental units to be equipped with carbon monoxide detectors, went into effect on July 1, 2011. Carbon monoxide detectors must be installed in all homes by January 1, 2013. The presence/absence of carbon monoxide detectors...
Refinancing a home can seem like the perfect solution for homeowners when interest rates are low. Often times it is a great decision, but they are also several things to be aware of prior to making the decision. The following items are extremely important to...
Although there have been some significant shifts in real estate over the past several years, 72% of American renters still state that owning a home is among their top priorities. According to The National Association of Realtors (NAR) 2011 National House Pulse Survey, renters still...
In the past five years, an entirely new segment of marketing technologies have evolved in the real estate world. Some have faded as trends, while others seem to be here for the long run. Mobile marketing is definitely one that looks like it will be...
One commonly overlooked component involved with buying and owning a home is a home warranty plan, and although it may seem like a minuscule detail in the grand scheme of things, the warranty ultimately can save a homeowner a great deal of frustration and cost....
A decade ago, there wasn’t much talk about online marketing strategies. Real estate professionals were primarily focused on print marketing, farming strategies and referral business. Today, we know the landscape looks quite different and that the web has literally changed everything. Having an online presence is...
If you use your personal vehicle for business purposes, we’ve got some great news to share! The Internal Revenue Service recently announced that as of July 1 you will have the ability to deduct more for each mile driven for business purposes – a total...
Once you’ve navigated through finding a home and made it through the final closing paperwork, the last thing you want to worry about is a broken dishwasher or faulty plumbing. As such, understanding the intricacies of home warranty programs is an important step of the...
There has been no shortage of foreclosures on the market over the past several years, so it's no surprise that unscrupulous individuals are finding ways to intervene in these transactions and ultimately take advantage of homeowners. As such, the Federal Government recently released a list of tips for...
Homeowners insurance is an important component of the home buying process. What is covered? Are their items not included that you need? Are there items included that you do not need? One common item that comes up time and time again is mold coverage. Although on...
