FARM: Tired of renting? Become a homeowner!

Use this firsttuesday FARM Letter in your marketing. To request a FARM letter topic, or to see a list of all our FARM letter templates, visit our FARM Letter page. Text only Tired of renting? Become a homeowner! Compared to owning, renting definitely has its drawbacks. Your rent goes up every year,
Read MoreFARM: Tips for finding and buying your first home

Use this firsttuesday FARM Letter in your marketing. To request a FARM letter topic, or to see a list of all our FARM letter templates, visit our FARM Letter page. Text only Tips for finding and buying your first home Are you ready to buy your first home? The homebuying market may be daunting, but [
Read MoreFARM: What you write off against your rental income

To request a FARM letter topic, or to see a list of all our FARM letter templates, visit our FARM Letter page. Text only What you write off against your rental income Are you reaping the full benefits of your rental property? Whether you currently own a rental property or are considering one as an [
Read MoreCalifornia’s shrinking home equity

Refinances, level home prices and home equity loans are rapidly diminishing California's home equity.
Read MoreNew defensible space rules to harden improvements

New defensible space rules aim to protect suburban and rural homes from high wildfire risk.
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Read More A gray area for the SoCal commercial market in Q2 2026

The Southern California (SoCal) commercial property market struggles to recover from economic, trade and geopolitical uncertainties that make long-term leasing decisions less attractive for qualified tenants, leaving commercial property languishing — but there are some areas of improvement.
Read MoreRentals: the future of California real estate?

California's low homeownership rate means rentals are in high demand, with vacancies near historic lows.
Read MoreFARM: Should you install artificial turf?

Use this firsttuesday FARM Letter in your marketing. To request a FARM letter topic, or to see a list of all our FARM letter templates, visit our FARM Letter page. Text only Should you install artificial turf? When drought hits, Californians consider artificial lawns as an alternative to their water
Read MorePicture Perfect: AI Advertising Made Compliant

Artificial Intelligence Training: Harnessing AI While Managing Risk™ This fourth installment highlights the critical need to maintain strict compliance with advertising laws when using AI-generated content, and the proper handling of digitally manipulated property photos.
Read MoreFARM: Inexpensive backyard upgrades

Use this firsttuesday FARM Letter in your marketing. To request a FARM letter topic, or to see a list of all our FARM letter templates, visit our FARM Letter page. Text only Inexpensive backyard upgrades You don’t have to spend to have a beautiful backyard. Consider these budget-friendly ideas to gi
Read MoreFARM: Natural, non-toxic outdoor pest control

Use this firsttuesday FARM Letter in your marketing. To request a FARM letter topic, or to see a list of all our FARM letter templates, visit our FARM Letter page. Text only Natural, non-toxic outdoor pest control Whether you’ve got swarming gnats, pesky mosquitoes or industrious ants, safe solution
Read MoreConsumer Confidence Slips as Present and Future Outlooks Conflict

In the face of ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and economic headwinds, consumers’ feelings about the economy remain dim. The nonprofit research firm, The Conference Board, released its latest month report Aug. 25, with its Consumer Confidence Index falling by 0.8 points to 89.4. July’s revised esti
Read MoreProperty disclosures: buyer retains a home inspector

Learn how a buyer agent uses a home inspection report (HIR) to confirm the condition of a property as disclosed by a seller or seller agent and advises their buyer on remedies for material defects in the property noted in an HIR but not disclosed prior to the seller entering into a purchase agreemen
Read MoreFARM: 4 reasons to market your home in the fall

Use this firsttuesday FARM Letter in your marketing. To request a FARM letter topic, or to see a list of all our FARM letter templates, visit our FARM Letter page. Text only 4 reasons to market your home in the fall You’ve likely heard that spring is the peak selling season. But marketing in […]
Read MoreFARM: Back to School Checklist

Use this firsttuesday FARM Letter in your marketing. To request a FARM letter topic, or to see a list of all our FARM letter templates, visit our FARM Letter page. Text only Back to School Checklist The first day of school is almost here — here are a few quick tips to help you prepare! […]
Read MoreFARM: Be prepared to stay. Be very prepared to leave.

Use this firsttuesday FARM Letter in your marketing. To request a FARM letter topic, or to see a list of all our FARM letter templates, visit our FARM Letter page. Text only September is National Preparedness Month so take the time now to prep your household. Emergency preparedness kit Food and wate
Read MoreHomebuyers learn the risks of ARMs as FRM rates jump

ARM rates remain below FRM rates - for now.
Read MoreComparative Analysis Projection (CAP) — RPI Form 353

This sheet contains confidential information for clients who own or are acquiring income property. For Owners: This illustrates the effect anticipated from differing loan amounts and projects the anticipated tax benefits and rate of return. For Buyers: This compares available properties to one anoth
Read MoreRental Income Rent Roll — RPI Form 352-1

This form is used by an agent when preparing a marketing package for an income property they listed for sale or conducted a due diligence investigation for a buyer, to disclose detailed rent roll information to prospective buyers.
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