Joseph "Cathan" Potter's (cathan) Blog

If you're a first-time home buyer considering buying a home and planning on using the $8,000 tax-credit (set to expire 30 Nov 2009), then you need to be aware of the new limitations placed on your ability to get a loan quickly.  I refer specifically to the new, so-called "3/7/3" rule.  Here are ...

DISCLAIMER:  I am not a attorney or lawyer, just a licensed real estate salesperson in the state of California (CA DRE# 01855627).  This blog is provided for informational purposes only and to help educate the home buying public of options available to them in the process of buying real estate.  ...

There are many risks involved with any kind of investing and the purchase of big ticket items;  The purchase of a home falls into both these categories.  If you're currently considering the purchase of a home you may be asking:  What are some of the current risks in waiting to invest in real esta...

I've heard from a friend or two that I went to college with that they think I live "out in the country".  Which leads me to believe that they think there might not be all that much to do here in Sonoma county, but I assure there is plenty to keep you occupied in your leisure time here no matter w...

I have seen several posts about Open Office recently, I would like to ensure that everyone also knows about some of the free services google offers with just one account. (Some of these services also have brief videos [2-3 minutes] about them if you go to their web address.) Today I will emphasiz...