The matter comes up periodically: Should a seller allow a buyer to occupy the home before the close of escrow? The answer is generally, “NO!”,…
The impact of solar on your home value in Bakersfield, CA
My sister and I discussed solar panels tonight. The topic: How much do solar panels change the value of the home, if at all? I…
Mark Rubio introduces new legislation impacting California landlords.
California Senator Mark Rubio introduces new legislation impacting California landlords.
California Security Exemptions: Deeds of Trust
California Security Exemption for Notes Secured by Realty You are looking for a security exemption, and you think that you can finance your real estate…
The Tenant Stabilization Act of 2021: Proposed changes in California AB-15
Tenant Stabilization Act of 2021 The California Assembly currently considers the Tenant Stabilization Act of 2021 for approval. This bill modifies language and rules put…
The rules are about to change for evictions.
The rules are about to change Unlawful detainer actions are coming back. End of COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act Protections The COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act prevented…
The client wants to waive an appraisal contingency? What should the realtor do?
Real Estate agents often know better than the clients what to do and what not to do in a transaction. What is the duty of…
Can a landlord make tenants pay two-months rent up-front during the pandemic in California?
Introduction I started using Google’s Question Hub recently to find questions that readers like you might care about. I am presented only with the search…
Residential Security Deposits: When can a landlord deduct from a security deposit?
In 2016, my tenant called to report water seeping into the bedroom. I arrived to find the carpet sopping with water. The water spilled from…
Should I agree to arbitration?
Paragraph 22B of the standard Residential Purchase Agreement (C.A.R. Form CA-RPA) is the arbitration agreement. Realtors usually feel strongly that this paragraph should be signed…