INFOGRAPHIC: 10 Ways You Can Protect Your Home Against Wildfires
March 31, 2017The sun and heat in California attract many people to this beautiful state, but they’re also the source of devastating wildfires on the west coast. Here are some ways to effectively protect your home against wildfires.
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What Considerations Should Be Made When Adding a Skylight to Your Home?
March 27, 2017Nothing beats natural light. A dark and dingy room can easily be light-filled by installing a skylight, if the space permits. Skylights offer a unique way to introduce more natural light into a home and bring the outdoors in. In fact, they can let in over three times as much natural light compared to conventional vertical windows of the same size, and distribute it more evenly.
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What is an Exclusive Right to Sell Listing?
March 23, 2017There are different types of listing agreements that sellers can choose from when it comes time to sell their homes. But the most popular type of listing by far is the “exclusive right to sell” listing. In fact, it’s not very often that another type of listing contract is used in real estate.
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How Prorations Are Handled in Real Estate Transactions
March 20, 2017It’s not uncommon for real estate contracts to include prorations for both buyers and sellers. Prorations exist to reasonably divide any expenses related to the property, including property taxes, HOA dues, mortgage interest, utilities, and so forth so that both parties are not stuck paying for more than their fair portion.
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INFOGRAPHIC: 8 Habits to Improve Your Credit Rating
March 16, 2017Having poor credit can make it tough for you to buy a car, get a small business loan, and be approved for a mortgage. If your credit is lagging, there are habits that you can adopt today to improve it.
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Should You Purchase Extra Coverage on Mover’s Insurance?
March 13, 2017Relocating can be stressful, especially when you consider the idea that total strangers are handling many of your delicate, valuable belongings. While movers are professionals in their particular trade and are well skilled and experienced in transporting goods during moves, anything can happen.
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INFOGRAPHIC: Tips for Filing a Disaster Claim on Your Insurance
March 9, 2017You pay for your homeowner’s insurance, but at no time do you ever want to have to file a claim as a result of a major disaster. If you find yourself in this position, make sure you keep the following tips in mind when putting in a claim with you insurance provider.
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Solar Panels: Should You Lease or Buy?
March 6, 2017Solar panel systems can offer a great way to scale back your utility bills while helping the environment at the same time. But their upfront costs can be pretty pricey: a typical four-kilowatt system for an average-size home in California can cost anywhere between $15,000 to $35,000. However, there are some rebates that you might be eligible for that can offset these costs.
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What is Considered a Fixture in Real Estate?
March 2, 2017The issue of what constitutes a ‘fixture’ in a home and what doesn’t has been the source of many conflicts in real estate. What the buyer might believe is a fixture and should come with the house might not be considered a fixture by the seller.
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