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ADUs – One Way to Address Prop. 19’s Inheritance Tax Basis Increase
By Mercedes Shaffer I Published in AOA Magazine The recent passage of prop 19 eliminates the parent-child and grandparent-grandchild...

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What You Need to Know When Listing an ADU
By Mercedes Shaffer / Published in AOA Magazine To combat the statewide housing crisis, government officials in Sacramento have passed...

Mercedes Shaffer


Raise The Rent?
By Mercedes Shaffer I Published in AOA Magazine Is it a good idea to raise the rent every year, especially if you have a great tenant? So...

Mercedes Shaffer


Fair Housing Words & Phrases Guide
A guide of recommended words and phrases to use and to avoid when listing a property for sale or for rent.

Mercedes Shaffer


Tenant Appreciation
Should landlords give their tenants gifts for the holidays By Mercedes Shaffer Tenants who pays rent on time, take care of the property...

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The Four-Letter Word No One Is Saying S-A-V-E!
By Mercedes Shaffer Published in AOA Magazine November 2020 This year, more than ever, having great tenants who pay rent on time is...

Mercedes Shaffer


Could Buying a Vacation Home Be a Good Investment?
Published in AOA Magazine October 2020 Vacation homes and single-family residents have traditionally been regarded as risky and...

Mercedes Shaffer


The Power of Virtual Staging
How To Make More Money Faster Published in AOA Magazine September 2020 The process of buying and selling Multi-Unit income producing...

Mercedes Shaffer


4 Best Restaurants With Outdoor Seating in Orange County
True Food Kitchen True Food Kitchen in Fashion Island has a spacious outdoor shaded patio. Their menu shifts seasonally to reflect their...

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