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Home Buyer Love Letter Tips Inspired by a …
The New York Times profiled of a Los Angeles house buyer who wrote a "love letter" to the …

Exciting ADU Law: Qualify for a higher FHA …
Qualifying for an FHA loan just became easier for buyers of properties with ADUs and other rental spaces. …

A home warranty on an old house? Yes!
I buy my home buyer clients a home warranty for a typical reason: peace of mind. I'll admit, …

Location Location Location - Checklist for flippers & …
What's the most important feature when buying a home? The oldest wisdom says "location, location, location." But what …

Yes Title Insurance is a necessary evil like …
Chicago Title put together a scary video of home title horror stories (for Halloween). There's nothing funny about …

Affordable SF Bay view dream homes are in …
All along the Oakland, Berkeley, El Cerrito and Richmond hills are homes with incredible San Francisco Bay views...with …

That vacant lot price may be too good …
According to Chicago Title, scammers and fraudsters are impersonating property owners to illegally sell real property — especially …

How does home flood insurance work in California?
Do you fully understand the importance of being prepared for flooding in their homes...or outside of your home? …

What goes into a highest and best offer …
How can a home buyer make a winning offer on a house that has multiple offers for which …