David Martinez

How to Buy a Foreclosed Home in California – Step-by-Step Guide

David Martinez

Hey there, I’m David Martinez, a 45-year-old real estate broker who’s been navigating California’s housing jungle for over 20 years. ...

How to Find Reliable Contractors in California: A Step-by-Step Guide

David Martinez

If you’re planning a home improvement project or building a house in California, finding the right contractor can make or ...

How to Apply for Homestead Exemption in California – Step-by-Step Guide

David Martinez

When it comes to protecting your home in California, the homestead exemption is one of those critical but often overlooked ...

Is It Better to Rent or Buy in California? A Veteran Broker’s Take on the Golden State Dilemma

David Martinez

Hey folks, I’m David Martinez, a 45-year-old real estate broker who’s been knee-deep in California’s housing market for over 20 ...

How to Check for Asbestos in My California Home: A Step-by-Step Guide

David Martinez

If you own a home in California—especially one built before the 1980s—you’ve probably heard about asbestos and its potential dangers. ...

When Is Your First Mortgage Payment Due After Buying a Home in California?

David Martinez

It’s one of those questions I get all the time, especially from first-time homebuyers here in California. You’ve just signed ...

How to Test for Radon in Your New California Home: A Step-by-Step Guide

David Martinez

When you buy a home in California, radon testing probably isn’t the first thing on your mind. Between earthquakes, wildfires, ...

How to File for Property Tax Reassessment in California: A Step-by-Step Guide

David Martinez

There’s nothing quite like the moment when a new homeowner opens their first property tax bill in California. I’ve seen ...

How to Get a Copy of My Deed in California: What You Need to Know (And Why It Matters)

David Martinez

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “How do I get a copy of my deed in California?”—you’re not alone. My clients ...

What Are HOA Fees in California and What Do They Cover?

David Martinez

Hey there, I’m David Martinez, a 45-year-old real estate broker with over two decades navigating California’s wild housing market. Born ...