Every Thursday, real estate agents across our mountain communities participate in what’s called a broker tour. It’s a time when agents open their listings exclusively for other agents to preview – an opportunity to explore homes, exchange insights and connect with our...
Anybody who knows me knows that I’m a real news junkie. I spend half my life watching CNN and the other half writing these silly articles. But, seriously, there’s not much to laugh about lately, what with airplanes crashing upside-down, wildfires and floods and death...
A home sale closing marks the final step in transferring property ownership. It is the moment when the seller receives payment and the buyer takes legal title to the home. Several key parties are typically present at a closing, including: The closing agent A...
By RHEA-FRANCES TETLEY Historian Edward Barber Daley played a major role in both mountain history and in the early road development in the entire San Bernardino Valley. Born on March 31, 1825, in Skaneateles, N.Y., he moved near Mentor, Ohio, at age 6 and also lived...
In real estate, you’ll often hear that “all it takes is one buyer.” True enough—but finding that buyer? That takes work. A new luxury lakeview listing in Lake Arrowhead just went under contract after only nine days on the market. That kind of quick success isn’t...
Estate planning protects your assets and ensures your wishes are honored, but common misconceptions lead many to delay it. Two major myths can lead to unintended consequences, financial complications and emotional stress for loved ones. Myth #1: If I don’t have an...
