Homeowner Tips
How to avoid being ripped off by phony contractors
August 9, 2009 by Jane Peters · Leave a Comment
Beware Phony Contractors First and foremost, never hire someone whose office is the cab of a truck and who knocks on your door without being invited. By Lew Sichelman August 9, 2009 Reporting from Washington — The arrest recently of a group of “woodchucks” by Fairfax County, Va., police is just one example of why homeowners nationwide should use caution when hiring people to do odd jobs around their properties. Woodchucks... [Read more...]
Homeowners should be careful about how they hold title to properties
June 21, 2009 by Jane Peters · Leave a Comment
Los Angeles Times article This important decision is often an afterthought during a sale but it has significant legal ramifications. By Lew Sichelman June 21, 2009 Reporting from Washington — The manner in which homeowners hold title to their properties has significant legal ramifications. Consequently, it’s not wise to leave this important decision to chance. Escrow agents will ask how you would prefer the title to read. But often the... [Read more...]
