Bay Area house-hack plan: 2025–2026 ADU law changes, Berkeley rent-control limits, lender checks, and a pre-offer checklist to protect rental income.
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Offer 1–3% Earnest Money in California Without Losing Your Deposit
Know how much earnest money to offer in California, why 3% matters under Civil Code §1675, and Bay Area tactics to protect your deposit.
READ MORECalifornia HOA Boards: SB 326 Compliance Steps and Inspector Rules
SB 326 playbook for California HOA boards: clear deadlines, who may inspect, sampling and repair rules, a step-by-step compliance checklist, and Bay Area…
READ MOREBoost Sale Price Up to 7% With Bay Area Curb Appeal That Pays
Sell faster in the Bay Area with ROI-backed curb moves: weekend $200 fixes, which door and garage upgrades pay off, and drought-smart landscape tips.
READ MORECalifornia Capital Gains: Avoid 3.33% Withholding Before You List
Pre-list checklist for California sellers: calculate adjusted basis, apply the $250,000/$500,000 exclusion, and avoid 3.33% escrow withholding at closing.
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