Photo by Athitat Shinagowin via Shutterstock You’ll often hear it stated that paying rent is throwing money down the drain. As a motivation to buy a home, however, that might not be the best idea. A rule of thumb is that if you can purchase a home for fifteen times what you currently pay annually in rent, buying...

Image by Free-Photos from Pixabay As the home buying process nears the closing, both buyers and sellers need to prepare for the appraisal. This often the last step the lender requires before approving financing for the buyer, so it’s an important part of the home sale process. What is an Appraisal? An appraisal is an unbiased, professional evaluation...

Photo by Nattanan Kanchanaprat via Pixabay If you’re in the market to purchase a home, it can be a confusing process. Interest rates, types of loans and what may apply to you can all sound like a foreign language. It’s always best to have some background knowledge before going to see a mortgage broker to make sure you’re...

Image by Peggy und Marco Lachmann-Anke from Pixabay You’ve decided it’s time to build the dream house you’ve always wanted. An exciting time! Prior to hiring builders to construct your home, it’s critical to understand the financials involved before you start the planning process. Securing funding for land is different than obtaining a traditional home mortgage. For starters,...

If a buyer rescinds his or her offer to purchase your house, there is no need to stress. In fact, there are many things you can do to rebound quickly, such as: 1. Address Any Problems with Your Home Try to find out why a buyer chose to walk away from your residence. That way, you could receive valuable...

Image by Andrey Popov from Shutterstock Window sealants are sealing materials used to fill in cracks, holes, or openings around windows. A good seal is essential for protecting your windows’ lifespan. Gaps around a window let in the elements and end up increasing your energy bill. For home maintenance, preparing for the next season, or getting your house...

Camp now, build later. 1.39 acres of beautiful land that encompasses sunshine and privacy. Located above seasonal creek with huge redwoods. Filtered ocean views. Water meter installed. Fire hydrant at lot line. Minutes to parks and beaches. Access to private trail. nearby. Two hours from SF. 40 minutes north of Bodega Bay. Discover coastal living and what the Sonoma Coast has to...

This charming single level home has been beautifully updated. Notice the gorgeous kitchen with granite counters and updated appliances. Excellent location across from Lady Bug park. This is the one to call home sweet home. Light and bright...

Build your home and one for a pal on this sublime slice of heaven. Or use it as your urban escape as current owners have. With an outdoor shower and a shed for storing essentials, it's all set for glamping! This is their experience: We bring up a cooler with food and drink along with a chemical toilet and we are set for a weekend of glamping in the redwoods. We have a path we take through the Redwood trees down to Stillwater Cove that is beautiful. We go mushrooming during the season for Black Chanterelles and Hedgehog mushrooms. We enjoy listening to the woodpeckers, we can hear the seals at night from the shore, we love watching the bats...

Stake your ground on this coastal property with 2.58 acres. Purchase now and build now or later knowing that you will have your own slice of the redwoods and coast to call home. Minutes to the beach, trails. Two hour drive from SF. Property being sold as-is. No improvements have been made to the...

Stake your ground on this coastal property with 2.58 acres. Purchase now and build now or later knowing that you will have your own slice of the redwoods and coast to call home. Minutes to the beach, trails. Two hour drive from SF. Property being sold as-is. No improvements have been made to the...

Camp now, build later. 1.39 acres of beautiful land that encompasses sunshine and privacy. Located above seasonal creek with huge redwoods. Filtered ocean views. Water meter installed. Fire hydrant at lot line. Minutes to parks and beaches. Access to private trail. nearby. Two hours from SF. 40 minutes north of Bodega Bay. Discover coastal living and what the Sonoma Coast has to...