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How to Create a More Sustainable Home

The average household wastes 51 MMBtu’s every year, and a typical home wastes about 30% more energy than an energy-efficient home does. What’s more, the average household creates 4.4 pounds of trash per person per day.

That’s a lot of garbage and a lot of energy wasted.

Myths and Facts About Selling Your First Home

Everyone will give you their own piece of advice when it comes to successfully selling a home. But not all advice is necessarily sound advice.

There are plenty of myths floating around out there when it comes to selling real estate. So what should you believe, and what should you take with a grain of salt?

What Buyers and Sellers Should Know About Transfer Taxes

It seems as though there’s a tax for just about everything. And when it comes to buying and selling real estate, taxes are certainly part of the process.

One of the tax types that buyers and sellers should be aware of is the “transfer tax.” This tax is charged by California state and local governments whenever a property transfer occurs, regardless of whether it’s residential or commercial.

Things Buyers Should Never Do When Negotiating on a Home

Negotiating a real estate deal requires a lot of skill, know-how, and a check on your emotions. As a buyer, you don’t want to spend any more than you should for a home, no matter how much you fall in love with it. Unfortunately, some buyers make a few mistakes that can hamper their negotiating power.

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