How to take ownership of a property is very important and should be carefully considered, potentially with consideration from your attorney. Here is an overview of the forms of ownership and implications.
California Property Taxes: Second Installments Due By April 10, 2024
the second installment is now around the corner, due by April 10, 2024.
An Update From The National Association Of REALTORS® On The Pending Legal Settlement Over Commissions and Clarification that REALTORS® Do Not Set Commissions, Consumers Do
As people may know, following years of litigation, The National Association of REALTORS® has reached a tentative settlement in a class-action lawsuit that would enact substantial changes to the way commissions are offered in marketing materials and via the Multiple Listing Service, or MLS. How will this change your real estate sale in Newport Beach, … Continue Reading
Balboa Island Ferry Update: As A State Mandate for Electrification Looms, The Ferry Has Received a $7.9 Million Grant
As some may know, the California Air Resources Board (CARB), has placed an impossible requirement on the Balboa Island Ferry to implement zero-emission engines by the end of 2025. That’s a little over a year and a half to electrify an aging fleet of car ferries placed on a small family operation. The concern for … Continue Reading
Costa Mesa Monthly Activity Report – All Activity For January 2024
Here is your latest Costa Mesa single family homes for Activity Report for January 2024, analyzing data as it affects a specific market area.
Newport Beach Monthly Activity Report – All Activity For January 2024
Here is your latest Newport Beach single family homes for Activity Report for January 2024, analyzing data as it affects a specific market area.
Prop 19 Repeal Efforts Update: HJTA collects over half a million signatures for Repeal the Death Tax initiative, misses November ballot
An update on the Prop 19 repeal efforts from The Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association.
Unlocking “As-Is” Sales in Newport Beach, Costa Mesa and California Real Estate: A Comparative Analysis of “As-Is” vs. “No Contingencies” vs. “Non-Refundable Deposits”
There is “as is”, and then there are “no contingencies” sales in California real estate. Here we explore a brief explanation on the difference.
Top 5 Home Renovations with the Best Return on Investment
The top five home improvements likely to supercharge your property’s resale value.
Key Real Estate Documents To Review Closely During A Sale (And To Keep After)
Here, we will breakdown of some of the key purchase documents, disclosures, escrow and title documents that you should pay especially close attention to during the sale or purchase and keep long after for legal and tax purposes.