If you’ve ever signed for a loan against your home in California, you probably signed a Deed of Trust (DOT). We look at Deeds of Trust in detail. What is a deed of trust, how does it work, and how […] Signed a mortgage? You probably have a Deed of ... by Robert Taylor (updated on September 20, 2021)
Years ago I had a friend who would move and unpack every box in a day. By the end of moving day, he would even have his pictures hung on the wall in his new home. We don’t promise that […] Moving? Use these moving tips for a stress free ... by Robert Taylor (updated on July 4, 2020)
Getting your home ready for sale can be a lot of work. But keeping it looking like a model home while you market it can seem impossible. If you have children, it can be even more challenging. We look at […] A Guide to Preparing the inside of your Home for ... by Robert Taylor (updated on August 24, 2021)
We recently wrote about the class action lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors. Two different lawsuits allege that NAR has engaged in anti competitive practices. Specifically, by not allowing buyers to negotiate the amount of commission their agents receive. […] Class Action Lawsuit Against NAR Heats Up by Robert Taylor (updated on September 20, 2022)
If you live next to an abandoned house, it can be quite an eyesore. In addition to neighborhood blight, abandoned properties are a target for vandalism, drug use, and other illegal activity. You may want to purchase it yourself, or […] How to buy abandoned house next door by Robert Taylor (updated on November 20, 2023)
Summary: When a contractor does not complete the work or it’s not cone correctly is called “failure to perform” A quality construction or repair contract will have remedies for both the homeowner and the contractor When your contractor won’t return […] What to do when your contractor won’t return your call by Robert Taylor (updated on September 16, 2021)
On May 1, Attom Data released it’s US Home Equity and Underwater Report of significantly underwater homes for Q1 2019. They conclude that 9.1% of the homes in the US with mortgages were seriously underwater. Seriously underwater is defined as […] Percentage of Underwater Homes in US Increases by Robert Taylor (updated on May 31, 2019)
Stuck with a house you can’t sell? When you are trying a sell a difficult house, it can be discouraging and leave you wondering what to do. It’s important to remember you have options, even when it appears you cannot […] What to do when you can’t sell your house by Robert Taylor (updated on February 23, 2023)
The Internet has changed everything from travel reservations to shopping for groceries. Now, it’s trying to change how we buy houses. Redfin.com, the Seattle based online real estate company recently piloted a new online bidding program for home buyers. The […] Redfin releases new program to let buyers buy houses online by Robert Taylor (updated on June 5, 2020)