These days, it can be difficult to spot what is official from what is phony. With new scams and schemes coming out every day, we have to do our best to take every precaution before handing out personal and financial information. While many of these scams seem very real,...
Buying or selling a home can feel like a never-ending process. While it is natural to want to skip to the finale, it is important to know that simply closing escrow does not mean all the work is done. You can take comfort in knowing that what comes next...
If you are in the process of buying a new home, you will likely soon run into the concept of holding title on your property. In real estate, a title is required to show ownership of the land and home. After a sale, the title must be transferred, usually...
Anyone looking at purchasing a property should go down every avenue to assure they are making the best decision for their bottom line. One of the best ways to get the best value for your investment is to explore the option of purchasing a real estate owned (REO) property....
It is no secret that the word “cancellation”, when used in reference to the sale of a home or property, can strike fear in everyone involved in the deal. This fear is likely reasonable given the ramifications of a potential stalemate when the cancellation allowed by the Residential Purchase...
As a small business, you want to make sure you’re doing everything right. This includes a long list of tasks throughout the year. Depending on how you’ve run your business and kept track of all of your transactions, taxes are one part of the process that may not be...
Big financial agreements require a certain level of protection. Escrow, fortunately, offers this kind of protection for both buyers and sellers. When considering the sale of a business, property, or deliverable working arrangements, escrow acts as a protective intermediary for the financial aspect of the transactions. What is Escrow...
Buying a house can be a stressful experience. It takes a lot of time and effort…not to mention money to find the home you always wished for. Heartbreakingly, the dreams of many have become a nightmare thanks to mortgage scams. Scammers are preying on homebuyers more than ever by...
We tend to end each year with the mantra, “New year, new me!” Well, this war cry isn’t just for you. Businesses take the beginning of the year as a clean slate as well. A new calendar year is an ideal time to take a look at burgeoning businesses...
Are you a struggling business in California considering a bulk sale (or bulk transfer)? While you might just want to overload everything you own and be done, there are still some rules you have to follow. If you are looking to get out of your business, throw in the...