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Why Integrity Matters When Selling Your Home
When you make the decision to sell your home, making sure you’re selling it to the right person is critical. Any time there is a substantial amount of money involved,…
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How to Start Saving for Your First Home
Many renters dream of finally owning a home, but saving the money for a down payment can be difficult. The “starter homes” many first-time homeowners used to be able to…
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How to Sell a House During Divorce Step by Step
Divorce changes everything, especially when it comes to your home. The house you shared often turns into one of your biggest headaches to divide. You’ve got a few options when…
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Selling a Home With Unpaid Property Taxes or Liens in Sacramento, CA
Falling behind on property taxes can feel overwhelming, especially if you need to sell your home. The good news? Unpaid property taxes or liens don’t automatically stop you from selling.…
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What to Do With an Inherited Property You Do Not Want
Handling an inherited home can bring stress, grief, and a long list of decisions. Many people feel unsure about what to do first, especially when they know they do not…
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Dangers of Hoarding and When to Intervene
We’ve all seen the home renovation shows or viral social media videos: family homes buried under piles of belongings, infested with pests, and damaged by mold or animal waste. From…
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Selling Your House Fast While Relocating
Selling a home while preparing for a fast move can feel exhausting and rushed. When you are managing a home sale while you’re relocating fast, you may feel tired of…
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9 Things to Do When You Inherit a Distressed Property
Inheriting a home can be a bittersweet experience. On one hand, it represents a loved one’s legacy and may hold decades of memories. On the other hand, an inherited home…
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Why Establish a Trust During the Holidays
The holidays are a time when we gather with family and friends, share meals, reflect on the past, and plan for the future. And, while it may not come up…
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Why Sellers Choose Cash Home Buyers
Why More Sellers Are Choosing Cash Buyers in a Shifting Market The real estate market has changed dramatically over the last year, leaving many homeowners unsure of the next move.…
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When There’s a Hoarder in the Family
An excerpt from “Hoarding: It’s So Much More Than Clutter”: My first exposure to hoarding was an event that happened early in my real estate investing career. Many years before…
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Avoid Probate Problems With Inherited Property in California
Probate in California is like that uninvited guest who arrives at your party and stays far longer than you ever anticipated. It’s slow, expensive, and emotionally exhausting — especially during…
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What Is California Probate and Why It Matters
Imagine that you have just received news that a loved one has passed away. Immediately, there is a wave of powerful and painful emotions, but, amidst the grief, you wonder:…
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How to Sell Your Home Fast When the Market Slows Down
Selling your home can already be a demanding process, but doing so when buyer activity slowsdown takes extra strategy and patience. Still, if your goal is to sell your home…
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Should You Make Repairs Before Selling Your House?
Selling your house often comes with a mix of excitement and stress. One of the biggest questions homeowners face during the process is whether they should invest in repairs before…