What is a 1031 Exchange?

What is a 1031 Exchange?

Section 1.1031, of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, offers real estate investors one of the last great investment opportunities to build wealth and save taxes. By completing an exchange, the investor (Exchanger) can dispose of their investment property,...
Is Your House Infested with Termites?

Is Your House Infested with Termites?

A termite infestation is probably the worst thing that can happen to your home. Well, that is excluding a fire or a flood, of course.  Termites cause over $30 billion worth of damage in the US each year.  That’s a lot of damage! In fact, an average sized termite...
Life of an Escrow

Life of an Escrow

Agent calls escrow to open new file, or faxes or emails the contract to escrow to open new file. Escrow pulls escrow number and enters information and orders title with Title Company of agent’s choice. Escrow types the escrow instruction packages for buyer and seller,...
Beat the Heat with Air Conditioning Maintenance

Beat the Heat with Air Conditioning Maintenance

One thing we really appreciate in Southern California is our air conditioning. But it’s easy to take it for granted, until something goes wrong. In reality, there are only a few maintenance items associated with an air conditioning system that a homeowner should...