Image by Arek Socha from Pixabay The regulations of real estate zoning have the potential to make or break a property, but not everyone is aware of these laws until they're confronted with the day-to-day realities of them. We'll look at the basics of zoning, and what investors and homeowners should keep in mind before making plans. There...

Image by MikesPhotos from Pixabay The bistro table and chairs or patio set that welcomed your guests to gather outdoors and gave your porch a pop of color is now less than beautiful with its peeling paint and orange-brown crust. Your outdoor space deserves a freshening up and the best way to go about it for both your...

As a home seller, it is important to establish a competitive initial asking price for your residence. Yet determining the right price for a house sometimes is difficult. If the price of your home is too high, for example, your residence may linger on the real estate market for an extended period of time. On the other hand, if...

Photo by ESB Professional via Shutterstock If the thought of getting a mortgage and being in that much debt is stopping you from buying a home, plan to pay it off. Here’s how you can do it in just five to 10 years. Live well below your means. If you can keep your mortgage payment to below twenty...

Photo by Sumanley xulx via Pixabay Homeowners looking to get top dollar for their house often invest in improvements to make their home more appealing to prospective buyers. Sure, they can slap up a coat of paint and make other minor cosmetic improvements, but these won’t necessarily increase their home’s value. In a survey conducted by the National...

The decision to sell a home can have long-lasting ramifications. As such, it is important to weigh the pros and cons of listing a house. This will allow you to determine if now is a good time to add your residence to the housing market. Furthermore, there are many factors to consider as you decide whether to list your...

Creating an offer to purchase a home may require several minutes, hours or days – it all depends on the buyer. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to accelerate the process of putting together a homebuying proposal that will get a seller's attention. These include: 1. Study the Housing Market Closely When it comes to preparing an...

Photo by Free-Photos via Pixabay When you’re self-employed, it’s difficult to decide whether you are ready to buy a house. After all, your income might come in spurts instead of having a regular check every week or two. Being prepared for the mortgage process increases the chance that your application will be approved. Self-employed people have more hurdles...

Situated on a private nearly 2 acre parcel, this tastefully updated single level 3 bedroom/3 bath home is the perfect taste of country living with all the conveniences just a few minutes down a country lane. Light and bright with wonderful indoor/outdoor flow. A meticulously maintained home that was recently updated with a designers eye. Interior features include light stain wood floors, updated kitchen and baths, stone fireplace, beamed ceilings, and sliders that lead to large deck with views of nature. Detached garage has full bath....maybe upgrade to have a guesthouse or ADU? Potential VRBO? This property checks the boxes as the...

Stunning Estate Building Site at the top of Skyfarm. Over 1 acre with incredible views of the Riebli Valley and Fountaingrove Golf Course. Just minutes to the golf and athletic club and great access to Mark West Springs Rd and Hwy 101. Located 10 minutes to the Sonoma County Airport, 15 minutes from Healdsburg and 20 minutes to Calistoga. This is one of Santa Rosa's most premier locations to build your dream...

Soar from city life and make your landing at this fresh remodeled home up on Eagle Nest Ln! Perched right above Rio Nido, it's walking distance to the Russian River, Roadhouse pub, pool, playground, tennis courts, and community garden. Main floor living area and kitchen both flow out onto the expansive deck and over to the extra outbuilding. Second level houses the washer/dryer, and leaves ample bonus space for crafts, storage, or? Easy bike ride into town for delicious food and libations. Great central locale for wine country adventures, or a refreshing day at the coast. This home is at the heart of it all, live the bounty of West Sonoma...

Opportunity knocks in Wilshire Heights! Build your dream home here in the hills of Sonoma County. This 1.73 acre lot at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac is a builders dream. Only minutes to town, shopping and schools. This lot held a beautiful three bedroom, two and a half bathroom home prior to the Tubbs fire. (Bigger home with ADU is possible, check with County) Water is capped at property line. Septic in ground. Cleared and ready, this lot awaits your imagination. So much potential here, don't miss out on this...