On January 1, 2020, AB 1482 took effect, establishing a statewide rent cap law in California. The bill also provides “just cause” eviction protections for tenants. So, what does this mean for landlords? I wanted to take a moment to highlight some of the critical information for those who need to work with AB 1482.… Read More

People downsize their homes for many different reasons. From empty-nesters whose kids have left home to owners who would prefer a smaller footprint to care for, downsizing can be beneficial from a personal and financial perspective. Here are a few things to keep in mind when you’re downsizing. Do You Need a Home Office? If… Read More

Buying a home is a significant investment, and the last thing a buyer wants is for something to malfunction in their new home after escrow has closed. One way to mitigate this risk is to obtain a home warranty. These are annual service contracts that cover the costs to repair or replace certain items. First-time… Read More

We have all been facing new realities of staying home, unable to maintain our daily routines that we’re used to and this includes time in the gym, the nail salon, getting massages, happy hours with friends, etc. I’ve learned to adapt to almost any situation and self care is no different. Fortunately, there are a… Read More

A question that comes up pretty routinely with buyers is, “Why do I need a real estate agent and how do I pick a good one?” This has become more common because buyers can accomplish quite a bit online, like researching properties, looking at pricing, etc. But there are a multitude of reasons why working… Read More

Looking for a detail-oriented Assistant to join my growing team. Become part of a boutique real estate brokerage focused on supporting families through what is often a stressful time in their lives, using our core values of providing them with world-class protection, exceptional care, and the unmatched results that they deserve. The Assistant position is… Read More

I don’t think any of us could have imagined the way 2020 is playing out. Stress, anxiety, and fear are very real for many of us, as we deal with an unprecedented pandemic that shows no signs of letting up. But in my opinion, mindset is everything. Even in the darkest days, it’s critical to… Read More

Spring and summer are historically the most fruitful times to list a home for sale. But to some people, selling their home amid a pandemic may seem strange or downright risky. This is especially true for sellers who do not necessarily need to move. As a local real estate expert, I can tell you that… Read More

If you told me last year that 2020 would look like this, I likely would have laughed it off. But here we are, living through one of the strangest events of our lifetime. For many industries, the show must go on, as they say. And real estate falls squarely in that camp. Did you know… Read More

My thoughts are with our country during this time of incredible crisis. COVID-19 has proven that we never know what tomorrow holds, but it has also shown the amazing side of humanity. People helping people. While we are all social distancing and spending more time in our homes, I wanted to let you know that… Read More