Several new laws affecting the real estate industry became effective this year. In a previous post, we discussed SB 1149: Foreclosure Protection for Tenants, where a landlord is prohibited from harming a tenant’s credit score by revealing unlawful detainer records, unless the landlord prevails in...
Several new laws affecting the real estate industry became effective this year. In a previous post, we discussed SB 931: Short Sale Deficiency Protection for Sellers, in which lenders who have agreed to a short sale will not have the ability to obtain a deficiency...
CV Escrow is pleased to announce the opening of our new office in Rancho Mirage, California. Since opening our doors in October 2005, CV Escrow has expanded throughout the Coachella Valley, and remains committed to providing outstanding escrow services as we open our fourth location. CV Escrow’s...
When purchasing a home, lenders will require home buyers to purchase Private Mortgage Insurance on FHA loans because their down payment is less than 20% of the value of their new home. This insurance allows borrowers with less cash to purchase a home with smaller...
In every purchase/sale of Real Estate, a Preliminary Change of Ownership Report (PCOR) must be filed. The PCOR must be filed for other types of transfers as well, but in this blog we will consider only purchase/sale transactions. After opening escrow, a buyer can expect...
From all of us at Coachella Valley Escrow, we wish you health, comfort, and prosperity this holiday season. May your home be filled with the joy of family and friends. Merry Christmas!!...
Tuesdays, here at the Coachella Valley Escrow website, we post Technology Tips designed to help you, the REALTOR®, grow your business, keep up to date on the latest technologies, and move you forward into the new era of ...
When real estate is sold in California, the state requires that income tax for that sale must be withheld. In this post we will discuss sellers who are individuals or who may qualify as an individual. We will also explain qualified exceptions and exemptions to...
Senate Bill 931, providing California Short Sale Deficiency Protection, will go into effect on January 1, 2011. This new law states that existing lenders of record who have approved and agreed upon a short sale will not be able to obtain a deficiency judgment against...
During this time of Thanksgiving, all of us at Coachella Valley Escrow would like to express our sincere appreciation for our readers! Thank you for taking the time to read our blog and the wonderful feedback you provide. From our family to yours, we wish...
