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    Q: Supplemental Tax Bill doesn't add up

    Hello all, I bought a new construction condo and closed escrow last year November. Just got my supplemental tax bills (x2) but the total amount is higher than I expected it to be. One tax bill is for the land between COE and 7/2016, and another is for building+"land value increase" between...
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    Builder delayed COE - Rate lock extension fee?

    Hello, first time home buyer here and would like to consult the wisdom of TI The builder just notified me that the COE date has been delayed by a week. I locked the rate with the builder's preferred lender (Wells Fargo), but the rate lock expires before the new COE date. Wells Fargo said they...
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    Earthquake Gas Shutoff Valve

    Hi all, Has anyone gotten one of those "Earthquake Gas Shutoff Valve" installed?  What are your experiences or thoughts with them (ex. any accidental shutoffs)? I just bought an attached condo and the builder has an upgrade to install one on the pipe leading to my unit.  I guess if an...
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    New Home - Design Center Credits & Negotiation

    Hello, I think we can all agree that upgrades from the builder's design center are more expensive  >:(  What I'm curious about though, is how much design center credit was everyone able to negotiate for? Ex. 1-3% of your home price? I'm also curious to see if and how people were able to haggle...
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