by Tom Parashos

In California, “nonrefundable” does not always mean “nonrefundable,” especially when it comes to a Buyer’s earnest money deposit. The following is a synopsis of California law and contract negotiation strategy when it comes to addressing nonrefundable deposits. In Kuish, the buyer (Kuish) entered into a written contract to purchase from the seller (Smith), Smith’s home

by Tom Parashos

Some sellers have a misconception that they will put more money in their pocket by selling their home without using an agent and avoiding sales commissions. We affectionately call these types of sales, where the owner does not use an agent, a “FSBO,” which means “For Sale by Owner.” The National Association of Realtors (“NAR”)

by co

If you are 55 years or older and are considering taking the big step of moving into a new home in California, whether to downsize or maybe to explore a new community, Propositions 60 and 90 can make that move easier on your pocket book. Proposition 60 is a constitutional amendment that allows the transfer