Housing trends in 2018 center around integrating technology and creating healthy and connected living environments. Building materials, systems, and products that speak to these concerns are expected to generate greater buzz in the coming year. And with more generations living under the same roof, home-related features that provide an extra pair of hands or calming—even […]
FHA Loan Limit Increase Jan. 1
Following on the heels of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, the Federal Housing Administration announced this month that it will increase its loan limits in most areas of the country in 2018. The FHFA had announced new limits for loans eligible for purchase or guarantee by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac on Nov. 28. In […]
Client Tip: Sign Before Jan. 1 to Avoid Tax
Some home sellers would need a sale contract inked before the end of 2017 in order to avoid a big tax bill that would be imposed if the tax reform being proposed become law. Both the House and Senate bills would require sellers to have lived in their residence for a longer period of time–at […]
New Rule: Before You Order New Business Cards…
New advertising standards take effect Jan. 1, 2018. AB 1650 makes significant changes to Business and Professions Code § 10140.6 expanding what must be included in advertising materials, including business cards, “for sale”, “open house”, lease, rent and directional signs, stationary, advertising flyers, and print and electronic advertising. So, before ordering new advertising materials, make […]