Can a California Homeowner’s Association (“HOA”) invest in mutual funds or other potentially “risky” investments (as opposed to traditional FIDC savings accounts, CD, etc.)? This appears to be a hot topic right now, given the low/zero interest rates traditional FDIC investments are returning, with HOA Boards, and members alike, eager to get more return on … Continue Reading
Seriously, Change Your Air Filter Often When In Use
As I recently reminded myself… When running your Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning unit (your HVAC), check your filter more often. Routinely check every 2-3 months, and more so in the hot summer and cool winter months. -Devin Lucas Author Devin R. Lucas is a Real Estate Attorney, Broker and REALTOR®, specializing in Newport Beach, Costa Mesa … Continue Reading
The Impact of California Budget Cuts on All Litigation Matters (Real Estate, Personal Injury, Business Disputes and Beyond)
As many litigators have no doubt noticed throughout Orange County and beyond, courtrooms are simply disappearing. Departments are being consolidated, judges are being asked to take on more work, court staffs are being shuffled around, and so forth. While Los Angeles County has made some recent headlines (150 more workers laid off last month), this … Continue Reading
National Association of REALTORS® Home Ownership Matters Public Advocacy Campaign
Home Ownership Matters. Not only is this a definitively true statement, it’s the theme of the National Association of REALTORS® new Public Advocacy Campaign. If you have not already seen the TV commercials, radio spots or email ads, you soon will. The National Association of REALTORS® is working hard to ensure this truism of American … Continue Reading
Thinking of Buying a Home? – Pre-Approval – it’s the Necessary First Step
Looking for your dream home in Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Orange County or elsewhere? You simply cannot have a serious discussion about buying a home without a serious consultation with a lender. Unless you have hundreds of thousands of dollars in the bank, chances are you’re like most people and will need to borrow the … Continue Reading
East Side Costa Mesa Real Estate
Anyone looking for property in East Side Costa Mesa will have no problem finding the home of their dreams. Unfortunately for buyers, home prices are on a significant incline. As loans remain at record low rates, those with solid credit, income and lender approvals can lock-in unprecedented interest rates. Even a “more expensive home” (compared with, say, a few … Continue Reading
