Probate Administrator Quick Guide – What You Need To Know When Handling A Probate Property
If you are seeking an appointment or have recently been appointed as Administrator, probate is a court-supervised legal process. Your role is fiduciary. Every step must follow court procedure and protect the estate and its beneficiaries. This is not simply a home...
Successor Trustee Quick Guide – What You Need to Know Before Selling a Trust Property
Serving as a successor trustee often happens during one of the most difficult seasons of life. A loved one has passed away and suddenly you are responsible for legal, financial, and property decisions that affect multiple beneficiaries. Most trustees have never...
Hell Hath No Fury Like a Millennial COVID Buyer Scorned
A new character has entered the housing market. The Millennial COVID buyer. You remember this moment. It was 2020. The world shut down, remote work exploded, and suddenly geography felt optional. If you could work from your laptop, why not live in a mountain town, a...
The Great Wealth Transfer, Why It Matters for Real Estate
The Great Wealth Transfer, Why It Matters for Real Estate (And Why You Need a Certified Probate & Trust Realtor, and a Transition Team.) We are living through what economists are calling the largest wealth transfer in American history. Over the next two decades,...
Millennials vs. Boomer Homes: Understanding Inspections in Today’s Market
Many buyers today—particularly millennials—face an unexpected challenge when purchasing well-built Boomer-era homes. These properties often carry the charm and craftsmanship of their time, but they may also show signs of age. A crucial distinction that buyers need to...
How Successor Trustees and Probate Administrators Can Sell a Home in Today’s Buyer’s Market
Selling a home as a successor trustee or probate administrator comes with unique responsibilities. In California, these sellers are considered exempt sellers, meaning they have never lived in the home and often have limited knowledge of the property’s history or...
Top 10 Tips for Selling Your Home in a Buyer’s Market
When the market shifts in favor of buyers, it doesn’t mean every home sits for months or sells below asking. A “buyer’s market” simply means there’s more inventory than demand, so buyers have more negotiating power. But even in this type of market, well-prepared homes...
Real Reason Spring Housing Sales Are Falling Apart
The Real Reason Spring Housing Sales Are Falling Apart (And It’s Not Just Rates). This spring, all eyes are on the housing market. National articles point to high mortgage rates, stubbornly high home prices, and a tight inventory as the usual culprits for a slowing...
Fresno Home Prices Drop 10%—Is Now the Best Time to Buy?
If you’re a buyer and you’re not taking advantage of these incredible wholesale prices, you could be making a huge mistake. I work with dozens of investors, and let me break down the numbers for you. Before the pandemic, home prices in Fresno were pretty predictable:...
Looking for an Alternative to the Stock Market? Why Real Estate Might Be the Smartest Move You Make
Looking for an Alternative to the Stock Market? Why Real Estate Might Be the Smartest Move You Make If you’re worried about the ups and downs of the stock market and looking for a safer place to put your money, you’re not alone. Many people are looking for more...
Major Changes in Realtor Compensation Starting August
Changes in Realtor Compensation in 2024 Big changes are coming to Realtor compensation in August, affecting both buyers and sellers. Let's break down the key points without diving into the complexities of the NAR lawsuit and DOJ decisions. Seller/Listing Agent...
Step-Up In Basis Explained For Probate & Trust Real Estate In Fresno, CA
Understanding the Step-Up in Basis: A Guide for Executors and Administrators Understanding the financial implications is crucial When a loved one dies and leaves behind real estate. One significant aspect is the "step-up in basis," which can provide substantial...
How Proposition 19 Can Affect Trust And Probate Real Estate in Fresno, CA
Understanding the Implications of Proposition 19 on Inherited Property in California Understanding the financial implications when inheriting property in California is crucial. Inherited property often comes with a "step-up" in basis, a tax advantage that can save...
Selling a House As-Is: What You Need to Know
Selling a house as-is can be a strategic move for homeowners, but it's essential to understand what it truly entails. Unfortunately, there's a common misconception among sellers that selling as-is means setting a non-negotiable price and washing your hands of any...
Why a Pre-Listing Pest Inspection is Essential for Selling Your Home
Selling a home can be an exciting yet stressful process. As a seasoned real estate professional, I've learned that ensuring a smooth transaction requires careful planning and proactive measures. One crucial step that I insist on for all my listings is obtaining a...
Maximizing the Value of Your Family’s Trust: Seizing the Opportunity in a Low Real Estate Inventory Market
Selling Trust Property Quick Read:• Real estate inventory is at record lows because of low-interest rates.• Low inventory has pushed up sale prices to record highs.• If your family is holding onto property, now is the time to maximize the value.• As a Certified...
Common Mistakes A Trustee Could Make After the Passing of Mom and Dad
Losing loved ones is emotionally challenging, and dealing with their estate can often feel overwhelming. When appointed as a trustee, handling the responsibilities diligently and ensuring the smooth transition of assets is crucial. However, certain common mistakes can...
DSCR loans for real estate investments
If you're a new investor looking to finance a real estate project, you may have heard of a DSCR loan. DSCR stands for Debt Service Coverage Ratio, and it's a type of loan that's used for real estate investments. A DSCR loan is designed to ensure that the income...
Benefits of working with a Realtor who owns an estate sale company
Working with a realtor who can also do an estate sale can provide several benefits, including: Convenience: When dealing with the sale of an estate, there are many moving parts to consider. By working with a Realtor who can handle both the real estate sale and the...
A Home Inspection Report Is NOT A Repair List For Sellers
I would like to caution home buyers not to misunderstand the purpose of a professional inspection report. The inspector’s role is not to identify a complete repair list for the home, nor is it the seller’s obligation to repair any problems discovered by the home...
Selling Inherited Property
The real estate world has changed. Baby boomers have entered an era that they knew was inevitable but may have put on hold until it was necessary to face it. For many, that time is now. Either by choice or out of necessity, a whole generation of Americans must now...