• How Much Should Homeowners Save for Emergency Repairs?,Alicia McConnel

    How Much Should Homeowners Save for Emergency Repairs?

      What if I told you that, over 30 years, the average homeowner will spend over $180,000 on repairs and maintenance? Sounds crazy, right? But when you break it down, it’s simple math: Homeowners spend an average of $6,087 per year on unexpected fixes, according to a recent survey conducted by Real

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  • How Much Can Your Landlord Raise the Rent?,Alicia McConnel

    How Much Can Your Landlord Raise the Rent?

      If you’re a renter, you’ve probably felt the sting of rising rental prices at some point.  According to Zillow, single-family home rents are now 20% higher on average than apartment rents—the widest gap ever recorded. While the market has its challenges, there’s good news: by understanding your r

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  • What Happens to Your Mortgage and Bills After a Natural Disaster?,Alicia McConnel

    What Happens to Your Mortgage and Bills After a Natural Disaster?

      With wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles County, images of destruction are everywhere. Over 12,000 structures have been burned down, neighborhoods reduced to rubble and nearly 92,000 residents forced to evacuate.  As Angelenos come together to rebuild their city—and their lives—people across

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  • The Top Priority for 2025 Homebuyers,Alicia McConnel

    The Top Priority for 2025 Homebuyers

      2025 homebuyers have made one thing clear: they want move-in-ready properties. According to a recent Bright MLS survey, more than 56% of prospective buyers say that move-in-ready condition is their top priority.    If selling is in your plan this year, here’s what you need to know about buyer pri

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