by Michael Brigantino | Jan 21, 2023 | Agriculture Farm Land, Blog, Buyers, Sellers
The Williamson Act, also known as the California Land Conservation Act of 1965, is a unique and important piece of legislation that has helped to preserve agricultural lands and open spaces in California for over five decades. This act provides tax incentives to...
by Michael Brigantino | Dec 20, 2022 | Agriculture Farm Land, Blog, Buyers, Sellers
>>> DOWNLOAD THE PDF TRANSCRIPT Inflation, defined as the general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money, has a significant impact on the agriculture industry. The rising cost of goods and services can make it difficult for farmers to...
by Michael Brigantino | Nov 20, 2022 | Agriculture Farm Land, Blog, Buyers
Agriculture is essential to our society, providing food and fiber for the population. In California, agricultural land use presents a unique set of challenges due to its diverse climate, growing population size, and cultural makeup. Along with this comes an array of...
by Michael Brigantino | Oct 21, 2022 | Blog, Buyers, Interest Rates
Inflation has sent mortgage rates soaring, leaving many home buyers and sellers hesitant to make a move. With rates peaking at over 7%, it’s no surprise that the market is a bit uncertain at the moment. However, mortgage rates are complicated and are tied to other...
by Michael Brigantino | Jul 15, 2022 | Blog, Buyers, Interest Rates
With all the news as of late about rising interest rates, many are worried about how those rates will affect the economy and their personal finances. However, first one must understand what interest rates are, why interest rates rise, and why they are relevant to the...
by Michael Brigantino | Jun 15, 2022 | Blog, Buyers
One of the very first things that most people think of when considering buying a family home – or really any real estate – is mortgage rates. Nobody wants to be paying more than necessary for a home, or anything for that matter! That’s why shopping around for the...