Image by kitzcorner from Shutterstock Don’t underestimate the importance of a fresh coat of paint when it comes to preparing to sell your home. Apart from changing the look of your space, it also adds to the value of your house. Painting can make your home feel brand new and attract the attention of serious buyers. While painting...

For those who plan to list a luxury home in San Francisco, Malibu or anywhere else in California, it generally is a good idea to evaluate your residence closely before you enter the real estate market. That way, you can identify your Golden State luxury house's strengths and weaknesses and explore ways to transform assorted weaknesses into strengths. Now,...

There is no set amount that a homeowner should spend on a smart house device. In fact, depending on the smart gadgets you purchase, you may wind up spending only a few dollars, or hundreds, on these devices. But if you understand how to shop for smart home gadgets, you may be better equipped than other property owners to...

Image by Lisa Fotios via Pexels If you're like many busy homeowners, the foyer of your home is sometimes treated as an afterthought. It probably contains functional items such as a coat rack and a place to put shoes, but it may lack the aesthetics necessary to provide an inviting introduction to your home. Fortunately, strategies exist designed...

Looking for a custom-built home in the country? This gem sits back on a .44 acre lot, and is large enough for your animals and recreational toys! Well maintained and beautifully landscaped. It's a highly desired single level home, move-in ready, featuring 3 amply sized bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, plus a bonus room. Granite kitchen w/ stainless appliances, Master en suite w/ sunk-in tub, wood floors, vaulted ceilings, fans throughout. The gated community of Hidden Valley Lake provides for additional privacy. Close to one of the top Bass tournament & recreational lakes in the country, world class wineries of Napa, Sonoma & Lake Counties, and...

Photo by Aymane Jdidi via Pixabay Most people do not think of creating an estate plan before they are in their 40s or even their 50s. However, if you own a home, regardless of the cost of the home and regardless of your age, you should create an estate plan. Even if you are in your 20s, your...

Beautiful single story, updated quiet Cul-de-sac 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and new floor. Low maintenance front and backyard with auto sprinklers. Stainless steel appliances, tile roof, and fiber cement siding. Few minutes walking distance to convenience markets such as Costco, Trader Joe, Best Buy, Target, etc. City buses on Santa Rosa Avenue to...

One year lease, security deposit of 5,000. non refundable 600.00 cleaning deposit, dogs and cats allowed with a 500.00 deposit for each animal plus a 100.00 for each added to monthly lease payment. Furnished house available for an additional 1,000.00 added to the lease payment of 4,995.00. Tenant to provide renters insurance, naming subject property as additionally insured. Landlord to pay for yard...

Fantastic opportunity to lease a custom built home in the wine country. This 2,699 sq. ft. open concept floor plan lives like a single level, w/4 bedrooms/2.5 baths including a split master en suite on the main level, & a huge bonus room & 2nd private master en suite upstairs. The kitchen is ready for entertaining, with a 6 burner gas cooktop, walk-in pantry, and large island. This warm & inviting home beckons you to gather around the great room gas fireplace, is light & bright, features 10 ft ceilings, new paint and carpet throughout, and porcelain tile in all main living areas. Enjoy gatherings on your backyard patio, lawn & garden area...

Photo by Craig Adderley from Pexels Housing design has undergone significant changes in the past few decades, with open concepts and flexible living arrangements quickly taking over. Such designs reflect, in part, the increased prevalence of multi-generational families, in which family members of all ages live together. Why Today's Residents Love Multi-Generational Arrangements During the Great Recession, the...

The home selling journey offers no guarantees. Thus, if you fail to prepare to sell your house, you risk encountering problems that may make it tough for you to maximize your home sale earnings. Ultimately, there are many things you can do to avoid a complex house selling journey. These include: 1. Price Your Home Competitively The initial asking...

Custom home in the wine country. Owner financing may be considered. This 2,699 sq. ft. open concept floor plan lives like a single level, w/ 4 bedrooms/2.5 baths including a split master en suite on the main level, & a huge bonus room & 2nd private master en suite upstairs. The kitchen is ready for entertaining, with a 6 burner gas cooktop, walk-in pantry, and large island. This warm & inviting home beckons you to gather around the great room gas fireplace, is light & bright, features 10 ft ceilings, new paint and carpet throughout, and porcelain tile in all main living areas. Enjoy gatherings on your backyard patio, lawn & garden area that...