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Paused Your Home Search? Here’s Why Now’s a Great Time to Restart
If you put your moving plans on hold last year, you weren’t alone—about 70% of buyers did the same. With low inventory, high prices, and...
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May 21 min read


4 Ways To Make an Offer That Stands Out This Spring
Now that spring is here, more and more buyers are jumping back into the market, and competition is heating up. If you’re serious about...
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Apr 163 min read


Home Prices Aren’t Crashing Chart
Home Prices Aren’t Crashing Chart Do you think the housing market is about to crash? The experts (and the data) say otherwise. Home...
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Apr 161 min read


Does Your Current Home Fit Your Retirement Plans?
Retirement isn’t just a milestone. It's the beginning of something really special. After years of hard work, it’s finally time to slow...
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Apr 92 min read


Why Pre-Approval Is More Important Than Ever This Spring
Spring is here, and so is the busiest season in real estate. More buyers are out looking for homes, which means more competition for you....
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Mar 263 min read


Should I Buy a Home Right Now? Experts Say Prices Are Only Going Up
At one point or another, you’ve probably heard someone say, “Yesterday was the best time to buy a home, but the next best time is today.”...
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Mar 113 min read


Understanding Home Price Forecasts: Why Now is the Right Time to Buy
Understanding Home Price Forecasts: Why Now is the Right Time to Buy If you're thinking Why Now is the Right Time to Buy , you may want...
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Feb 152 min read


Are You Tempted to Rent for Another Year? Here’s Why You Should Consider Buying Instead
Are You Tempted to Rent for Another Year? Here’s Why You Should Consider Buying Instead When faced with the choice of renting for another...
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Feb 81 min read


Simplified Estate Transfers: What You Need to Know About California's New Probate Law Starting April 2025
A significant shift in California probate law is on the horizon, and it could make the process of transferring estate properties smoother...
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Jan 253 min read


California Housing Market Predictions for 2025: Insights from Experts
While the future of the housing market can be unpredictable, experts are cautiously optimistic about the outlook for California real...
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Jan 183 min read


What Is a Sale of a Property Through Probate Proceedings
The sale of a property through probate proceedings is a legal process that occurs when a property owner passes away, and their estate...
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Dec 6, 20242 min read


How to Set Up a Living Trust in California: Key Steps
Creating a living trust in California helps protect your assets, avoid probate, and ensure a smooth transfer of wealth to your...
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Dec 6, 20242 min read


What Happens If an Executor Does Not Probate a Will?
What Happens If an Executor Does Not Probate a Will? Losing a loved one is tough, but navigating the probate process can add an extra...
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Dec 6, 20242 min read


Is California Probate Changing? Here’s What You Need to Know!
Is California Probate Changing? Here’s What You Need to Know! Are you wondering what’s new in California probate? The probate process in...
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Dec 6, 20241 min read


3 Reasons Why You Might Want to Buy a Probate Property
3 Reasons Why You Might Want to Buy a Probate Property Buying a probate property can be a unique opportunity for prospective homeowners...
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Dec 6, 20242 min read


Proposition 19’s Impact on Probate Sales
Proposition 19’s Impact on Probate Sales: Passed in 2020, Proposition 19 changed how inherited property is assessed for property taxes in...
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Dec 6, 20241 min read


Selling Inherited Property: Keeping the Peace When Heirs Disagree
Selling Inherited Property: Keeping the Peace When Heirs Disagree Inheriting property can be a bittersweet experience. While it...
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Dec 6, 20242 min read


Navigating the Golden Gate: Latest on California Probate Real Estate
California’s housing market is a complex beast, and probate real estate adds another layer of intrigue. Here’s a breakdown of the recent...
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Dec 6, 20241 min read


Understanding Common Liens and Judgement: What to Know
Liens and judgement are legal terms that often carry significant financial and legal implications. Understanding these concepts is...
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Dec 6, 20242 min read


The Alphabet of Probate Real Estate
Probate real estate might not be a term that rolls off the tongues of most real estate enthusiasts, but it’s a niche market that...
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Dec 6, 20242 min read
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