Tax season is upon us once again, and to make it even more interesting this year, the tax code has changed — along with the rules about tax deductions for homeowners. The biggest change? Many homeowners who used to write off their property taxes and the interest they pay their mortgage will no longer be able to. Stay calm. This doesn't automatically mean your taxes are going up. Continue Reading
Closing Vents to Conserve Heat? Don’t Do It!
Originally published Washington Post in 2003, this Q&A from House Detective, Barry Stone is essential knowledge for every home owner. DEAR BARRY: We have a split-level house and have had problems heating the downstairs family room. It just doesn't get as warm as the rest of the house. This room is side by side with the walk-in sub-area, and we're wondering if we should close the sub-area Continue Reading
Housing Matters Podcast
The Housing Matters Podcast is your housing hub for market analysis, economic trends, and housing news from the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.). Hear the latest episode every other Friday to learn what you need to know about the market from C.A.R. experts who will give you their take on the week’s top real estate stories. Click here to hear the podcast and download the app Continue Reading
November Market at a Glance
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C.A.R. Disaster Relief
California REALTORS® offer housing assistance grants to those who have lost their home in these tragic fires. Thanks to a $1 million grant from the REALTORS® Relief Foundation, as well as generous contributions from the California Association of REALTORS®, state and local REALTOR® associations and other contributors, grants are available to affected homeowners and renters Continue Reading
October Market at a Glance
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How to Replace Weather Stripping
When weather stripping on doors and windows gets worn out, cold air comes sneaking in. Here’s how to replace weather stripping and stop air leaks. Weather stripping on windows and doors protects the home from air leaks while increasing comfort and saving energy. But as weather stripping ages, it loses its effectiveness. Stay ahead of the game by checking for Continue Reading
Proposition 5: Tax Portability
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Sweet and secluded, but close to everything
Make your Sierra escape a real escape. This wondrous mountain home is less than an hour from Truckee, but it's worlds apart. Getting away to the Sierra isn't so much of a getaway when you're standing in line at the grocery store with everyone else who wants to get away. Break loose from the pack and make 1393 Highway 89 your mountain hideaway. This beautiful offers seclusion and serenity Continue Reading
