Selling a Ventura County Rental Home With Tenants? What California Law Means for Your Sale
Short answer: Yes, you can sell a Ventura County rental home with tenants still living in it. In California, selling the property is not by…
Author: Mark Patton
Sell Before Thanksgiving or Wait Until January? A Ventura County Seller’s Decision
At a glance: If your home is ready and you have a good reason to move, I would not wait until January simply because the…
Can I Keep My Low Property Tax If I Sell at 55+? Prop 19 for Ventura County Homeowners
Short answer: Yes, in most cases. Under California's Proposition 19, a homeowner who is 55 or older (or severely disabled, or a victim of a…
10 Top Reno’s That Will Up the Sale Price of Your Home
When getting ready to sell your home, it can be hard to know what renovations will get your property sold the fastest and for the…
Things You Shouldn’t Do When Buying a Home
With a never ending list of everything you ‘should do’ when purchasing a home, it seems counterproductive to focus on what you should not do.…
63% More Sellers Than Buyers. Don’t Cut Your Price Yet.
I grew up in Moorpark, and I've been selling homes in Ventura County since 1985. I've seen hot markets, crashes and everything in between. Right…
Just Bought a Home in Ventura County? Property Tax Due Dates and Supplemental Bills Explained
Quick answer: Ventura County's annual secured property tax bill is paid in two installments. The first installment for the 2026-27 tax year is due November…
Your Ventura County Home Didn’t Sell. What Should You Change Before Relisting?
At a Glance: If your Ventura County listing expired without a sale, do not simply put it back on the market with a new date.…
Should I Rent or Buy a Home?
Purchasing a home will inevitably be the biggest financial discussion of your life. And the decision as to whether it is the right time to…