Avoiding Probate in California
"Probate" is the court-supervised administration of a decedent's estate. The procedure begins with the filing of a petition with a probate court for the probate…
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Homes for Sale at Historic Low in Santa Cruz
Homes for Sale at Historic Low in Santa CruzIt's now front page news, plain as black and white: Homes for Sale at Historic Low in…
The Worst Kitchen Layout Ever
I spend a lot of time on the MLS. A lot of the time, I'm looking for properties for my clients. But I also spend…
A Bad Real Estate Agent Can Cost You
Many people don't think much about how a bad real estate agent can cost you, but the truth is, a bad real estate agent can…
The Least Prestigious Profession in America
The Least Prestigious Job in America: Real Estate ProfessionalIt turns out that I have the least prestigious profession in America! Â Would you believe that an…
California Probate Timeline
StepTime FramePrepare and File Petition for Probate1-2 monthsCourt hearing on the Petition for Probate1-2 monthsPrepare and File Petition for Probate2-3 monthsThe following are issued: Letters…
Make the Buyer pay the Seller’s Closing Costs
One of the major drawbacks to real estate as an investment is that it's not a liquid asset. You can't turn a house into a…
Planning for High Cost Real Estate
Real estate values in the Golden State have been soaring for the past couple of years - especially around the San Francisco bay area. Â Of…
Bad Real Estate Photos
It is simply amazing to me how many bad real estate photos there are to be found on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS)! As I…