Customary Allocation of Title and Escrow Fees For Each California County

6 years ago

In Southern California, the seller typically pays for the owner's title policy, and the county transfer tax. In Northern California,…

California Real Estate Transaction Checklist

6 years ago

What Real Estate Forms Are Required on a Transaction Checklist? Any reputable California real estate brokerage is going furnish their…

What is Limited Function Referral Office Certification or LFRO Agent Status?

6 years ago

Limited Function Referral Office Certification or LFRO is a designation for real estate licensees that aren’t members of the association…

Where to Place Smoke Alarms and Carbon Monoxide Detectors

6 years ago

Almost all residential property sales require a smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors to be installed by the close of…

Does the Name of Your 100% Commission Real Estate Brokerage Matter?

6 years ago

Real Estate agents spend a lot of time comparing commission models, office amenities, and company policy when they consider joining…

Is a monthly brokerage fee worth it?

6 years ago

In some real estate offices agents have to pay a monthly brokerage fee. Not every realty brokerage charges a monthly…

Is Errors and Ommission Insurance (E&O) Insurance Required?

6 years ago

Many agents ask if Errors and Ommission Insurance (E&O) insurance is required by law. A real estate broker, once licensed by…

What is a non-independent broker escrow company?

6 years ago

Have you heard of a non-independent broker escrow company, also known as a broker-controlled escrow? These are different from other…