Happy Tuesday, and I hope you are doing well! I try to stay in front of things, and as many of you know, we had a program called the California Dream for All, where the state put up a 20% down payment for a 20% share in the property’s equity. This program was in such […]

The exciting news about the Mariposas in Santa Clarita finally settling the litigation is excellent news and will allow regular financing for that project very soon for who knows how long. I say, who knows how long because every day it seems that another condo issue comes across our desk without enough insurance coverage. Please […]

I put a version of this message out at least two times a year because it is important. CAPITAL GAINS and CAPITAL GAINS exemption.   Single people get a $250,000.00, and married couples get a $500,000.00 exemption if they live in a house for two years. They will get the exemption if they move out […]

Does a rate buydown make sense? So for about 18 months, I have been saying that rates would be lower in 12-18 months, and who the heck knows? So that is a decision our clients must make, but they usually ask for advice. I am a big 0-point guy in typical markets, and I still […]

I understand that this year has presented its challenges, and I’ve shared in the collective sentiment of disappointment regarding the volume of business for both myself and my company. Others in the Real Estate community have likely encountered similar struggles, though many have admirably concealed their concerns.   Recently, I came across an email highlighting […]