
11 June 2024 | 12 replies
Here is text taken from the HOUSABLE website for Oakland:Utility ConnectionsCategory One: No new or separate utility connection shall be required.Category Two: A new or separate utility connection may be required, but the connection fee or capacity charge shall be proportionate to the burden of ADU on the water or sewer system.Here are definitions of the ADU categories from the City of Oakland website:CATEGORY ONE ADU: Involves either conversion of space within an existing Single-Family Dwelling, or conversion or rebuild of an existing accessory structure; includes no expansion of the existing building envelope other than up to 150 sq. ft. for purposes of accommodating ADU access and egress only.CATEGORY TWO ADU: Involves construction of a new detached or attached structure, including an exterior addition to an existing structure to accommodate the ADU, in conjunction with a proposed or existing Single-Family dwelling.It seems that Oakland is making things confusing with the language they are using, but I still believe that my original interpretation is correct based on the State Assembly Bill.Â

10 June 2024 | 18 replies
In addition my drivers license which they have a copy of show that I live in a completely different state. 🤷‍♂️Â

10 June 2024 | 6 replies
The question is, is the "problem tenant" violating state or local law or the lease agreement?Â

11 June 2024 | 1 reply
It might not even be accepted on your initial terms and most states have buyer focused contingency periods, or a statutory period of 7-14 business days to remit the deposit, perform inspections, organize appraisals and generally renegotiate or cancel without risk to the buyers earnest money deposit.

10 June 2024 | 5 replies
Most states will not charge you any transfer taxes however IÂ have heard that some states will charge some sort of transfer taxes.Â

7 June 2024 | 1 reply
I was working with an insurance agent from State Farm and they told me their underwriting process will take 3-5 weeks when we are already 2 weeks into the 30 day contract, so now I am without an insurance provider.

10 June 2024 | 3 replies
Totally depends on who typically manages transactions in your state.
8 June 2024 | 4 replies
Hi Kareen,Our Editorial Director Account Closed and I actually just wrote articles about our reasons for selling or keeping our primary residences as rentals that you should check out!

10 June 2024 | 2 replies
Check local and state regulations and what might be coming soon for building standards and regulations for a RCFE.