When it comes time to sell your home, you know you’ll need to spend some time cleaning the carpets, decluttering, and landscaping for maximum curb appeal. But there’s another key task to add to your to-do list: checking in with your local government to be...
Sometime about now in mid-summer we begin asking ourselves, “Why do things seem to be out of control? I planned on organizing my photos, painting that cute dresser I picked up at the yard sale last fall, and waking up without an alarm clock on Fridays....
If you’ve rented a storage unit, there’s a good reason for it. Maybe you’re in the process of moving house or renovating your home and need a safe place to store your belongings for the time being. Perhaps you’re going to a different state or...
Everyone likes to stay stocked up on their favorite foods and snacks. The problem is when your kitchen has limited storage space. There just isn’t enough room in your cupboards and pantry – you might not even have a pantry at all....
Despite their destructive habits and overall “ick” factor, the soft and squishy bodies of snails and slugs are anything but formidable. In fact, there are so many creative ways to repel or kill them outright that you might have a hard time...
Some home redesigns tackle issues like poor traffic flow and lack of storage. Others address outdated color palettes and unattractive features. The second floor of this traditional Sacramento home faced all these problems. The three bedrooms and...
Renters often plan out their lives in six- to 12-month increments. But sometimes life brings an unforeseen circumstance. Whether you just accepted a new job that’s in a different city, or you need to make room for a new baby, the idea of breaking your lease...
You’ve made an offer on a property, the seller has accepted, and maybe you’re about to sign a contract. Now it’s time to put some money down to show that you’re serious about moving forward. The amount of money a buyer puts down (and when...
When you’re retired, the world is your oyster. You have no job to tie you down. You are free to move wherever you choose. Retirement is the perfect time to move to your dream city. When you are putting together your list of new city must-haves, don’t...
By Rudy Yuly Are there legal benefits to using a licensed real estate agent? The short answer is yes. Licensed real estate agents have legal obligations – formally called “fiduciary duties” – to their clients that are commonly referred to by...
