Tax Reassessment: When a Remodel Changes More Than Your House

  There is a particular kind of homeowner we meet again and again on the Monterey Peninsula. He has lived in the same house for decades. The mortgage was paid off long ago. The property taxes are obscenely low compared to what newer neighbors pay. The house itself, though, tells another story. Origi

The Water Moratorium in Monterey County: FAQ

“You know there’s a water moratorium, right?” It is usually delivered as a warning. Sometimes as a deal killer to those considering a vacant land purchase. Often without much explanation beyond the implication that building is impossible, risk is high, and the future is uncertain. The reality is nua

The Best Reasons to Walk Away

When Not Buying a House Is Best Decision You Can Make We invariably hear buyers asking the wrong question. Usually, it's some variation of, “Can this be done?” These are people contemplating an addition, a rebuild, a reconfiguration, or a piece of land with potential. The question is understandable,