With the prospect of yet another unprecedented fire season looming, I recently began my seasonal weed and debris clearance earlier than usual. The recent spell of cooler weather made conditions ideal for dealing with this year’s bumper crop of already knee-high weeds....
Dear Sidney – 04/25/2024
I’m 16 and eager to have a real boyfriend, one who holds your hand on campus, one who “calls” you in the evening to say goodnight, not a texter. Is this possible? Can I expect kindness from a boy and not be rushed into any out-of-bounds physical stuff? The talk is...
Estate Planning – Navigating separate and community property in California estate planning
In California, understanding the distinction between separate and community property is crucial for estate planning purposes. This is because how property is characterized will impact issues from asset division in divorce to how your estate is distributed after death....
Ask the realtor – Home buyers rejoice: The rising trend of seller rate buy downs
In today’s fluctuating real estate market, navigating the path to homeownership can seem daunting, especially with rising interest rates posing a significant barrier for many potential buyers. However, a financial strategy gaining traction among savvy sellers is the...



