If you’ve been thinking about buying a home but aren’t quite ready to commit to a real estate agent, there’s good news: Open houses have become one of the easiest and least stressful ways to begin your search. For years, open houses attracted plenty of "lookie-loos" –...
By RHEA-FRANCES TETLEY Historian The current Top Town area was not the first area where early visitors to the mountains chose to stay. The Skyland area is the oldest and highest part of Crestline. There is evidence from metates near the springs that even the...
When a loved one passes away, families are often faced with the task of settling the decedent's affairs and transferring assets to beneficiaries. In California, this process generally occurs through either trust administration or probate. While both serve the purpose...
Last Saturday’s July 4th fireworks extravaganza in the sky, above Lake Gregory, marked the 57th anniversary of the first manned moon landing. I remember it like it was yesterday. Ground control to Major Tom. Commencing countdown, engines on. Check ignition and may...
I recently attended an informational meeting for shareholders of a local property that is being considered for a change in ownership structure. The meeting wasn't about zoning or approvals; it was simply an opportunity for shareholders to ask questions and learn about...
A reverse mortgage can be a helpful financial tool for some older homeowners, but it also creates important estate planning issues that families often do not fully understand until after death or incapacity. In California, a reverse mortgage allows homeowners who are...
