PROBATE AND PROP 19
PROP 19 AND PROBATE TIMELINE Proposition 19 mainly highlights the benefits for people aged 55 and above, victims of wildfire and natural disasters, and severely disabled people. But as millennials take over most of the housing market this year, it has already been predicted that this law would sev
SPRING REAL ESTATE MARKET TRENDS IN BAY AREA
It is the beginning of the second quarter of the year, and you might still be unsure of whether to pursue your real estate plans. It’s best to be equipped with an insight into what the market looks like now that everyone knows what to do to be extra safe when buying or selling a home. And while ever
HOME BUYING TIPS DURING COVID
COVID-FREE HOUSE-HUNTING TIPS Covid indefinitely stopped most of our plans last year, which was a great inconvenience to most, especially those planning to buy a new house. Since then, the real estate industry has explored ways to safely jumpstart the market and slowly accommodate people who want t
3 BIG OBSTACLES TO SELLING YOUR HOUSE IN 2021
The uncertainty, unpredictability, and unreliability of 2020 have changed the economy and the housing market drastically. If you are considering selling your house, there are 3 big obstacles that you are facing. This article will walk you through how to overcome them. 1. COVID-19 As with all thing
HOME SELLING TIPS DURING COVID
SAFE SELLING: TIPS AND REMINDERS WHEN SELLING YOUR PROPERTY The pandemic, as we all know it, shook the whole world when we least expected it. And with this, open-houses were immediately stopped. Since then, homeowners have had a hard time deciding whether to push through selling their properties am
HOW PROP 19 AFFECTS PROBATE
PROPOSITION 19 ON INTRA-FAMILY TRANSFERS As we all considering Prop 19 it’s good to note the pros and cons of the proposition. But as I delved deeper into the proposition, I found out that it dramatically affects inheritance. PROPOSITION 19 OVERVIEW First, let’s review what is included in prop
ESCROW PROCESS PROBLEMS AND HOW TO AVOID THEM
1. LENDING PROBLEMS During this process, a lot of your financial background is being assessed. The mortgage evaluation is the most critical aspect for closing. When lenders see discrepancies or any additional credit, you’ll incur during the closing process; your loan might not get approved, causing
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HOME VALUATION: 3 FACTORS THAT IMPACT YOUR VALUE AND WHAT YOU CAN DO ABOUT IT
Thinking about selling your home soon? Here’s a perspective to think about coming from a former real estate appraiser. Home valuation is a complicated process that takes a multitude of factors into account. The process is a combination of art and science. An appraiser’s job is to provide an objecti