This is a question that comes up quite a bit when buyers are purchasing a home. In a separate blog post, we discussed what the Escrow Impound Account is and why it may be beneficial (or required) for a buyer. But we did not discuss...
When it comes to opening escrow on a home, there are a lot of moving parts! A question that we get asked a lot about are impound accounts, so we wanted to take this opportunity to explain them in more detail. If you aren’t sure...
It is actually quite common that you may be asked to pay down some of your debt during the escrow process. It may be a car, or credit cards, or other personal loans. Don’t consider this a bad thing! In a way, it’s a lot...
Purchasing a new home is usually the most significant investment an individual will ever make. And whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or you have purchased multiple properties before, the process never seems to be crystal clear and simple to understand. Take escrow and trusts, for example....
It’s hard to believe that 2020 is almost here. And as we get ready for the dawn of a new decade, many of us will put together a list of New Year’s resolutions. Of course, we have every intention of keeping them. But as they...
California has seen its fair share of natural disasters already this year. Most notably, more wildfires that have ravaged the state each year since 2017, leaving a wake of destruction in their path. And sadly, we are not out of the woods yet because on...
Recently, we have been receiving questions about California’s Propositions 60 and 90, so we wanted to take a moment to discuss them in more detail. They are quite similar, so, understandably, there would be confusion. But after discussing the unique attributes of each one, we think...
Homeowner Associations can be a great asset to any residential property, but there are also specific details, as a homeowner and potential home seller, you should be familiar with. Before selling your home, it’s best to do your due diligence. This may include asking your HOA...
It’s a time we can count on each and every year - tax time! And, while it isn’t anyone's favorite topic, it can’t be avoided. You may remember that earlier this year there were some changes made to homeownership tax laws. So, this year, many people...
The process of buying or selling a home can be an exhilarating time! For both buyers and sellers, the journey is full of various emotions and plenty of twists and turns. It’s no surprise given how many nuances, steps are involved, and people who play...