Here For You... Defensible space is the “buffer zone” that homeowners create between a structure on the property and any flammable grass, trees, shrubs, or wildland area that surround it. There are state and local laws that require certain property owners to maintain defensible space on their property.
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3 Reasons to Get Your Pricing Strategy Advisor Certification
The Market May Favor It Better Closing Process Stand Out From Competition Article written by Alex Craig NAR PSA Certification
Glendale Councilmember Ardy Kassakhian Talks About Tenant Landlord Ad Hoc Committee
Glendale Councilmember Ardy Kassakhian addresses GAOR’s concern about the City of Glendale’s newly formed Tenant Landlord Ad Hoc Committee. Here it is in case you missed it. Watch Town Hall Discussion
GAOR GAD Greg Astorian on Housing Affordability Index for SFRs
In case you missed it, here is our GAOR Government Affairs Director, Greg Astorian, reviewing a few local examples of our Housing Affordability Index for Single Family Residences in Glendale, Burbank & Pasadena. The numbers say it all, which is why we need more affordable housing.
Realtor Safety Day Recording
In case you missed it, here is a recording of GAOR sponsored REALTOR® Safety Day from RE Events.
First Time Home Buyers Rent History Can Now Be Used in Risk Assessment
This is a BIG Deal for First-Time Home Buyers! Fannie Mae Will be adding the history of rent payment for the 1st time buyer to its DU (Desktop Underwriter). ““Positive rent payment history” refers to a new feature, effective Sept. 18, which will allow DU to use verification of asset...Continue reading
What are 1031 Like-Kind Exchanges?
1031 Like-Kind Exchanges are critical to America’s economy. Hear the whole story and how eliminating this tax incentive can be bad for your clients and their investments. Like-kind exchanges — when you exchange real property used for business or held as an investment solely for other business or investment property...Continue reading
GAOR GAD Greg Astorian on Housing Affordability Index
In case you missed it, here is our GAOR Government Affairs Director, Greg Astorian, reviewing a few local examples of our Housing Affordability Index for Glendale, Burbank & Pasadena. The numbers say it all, which is why we need more affordable housing.
Rent Relief Dashboard Demonstrated By GAORs Government Affairs Director
In case you missed it, here is our GAOR Government Affairs Director, Greg Astorian, reviewing the California Is Key ‘Rent Relief Dashboard.’ The numbers say it all, which is why we need to stay on top of this initiative.
GAOR Affiliate Panel Discussion – Explore The Different Ways to Hold Title
Please join this exclusive GAOR Panel Discussion to answer all your questions and concerns about TITLE. No question is too basic or too complicated for our panelist to address. This panel discussion will be held at our weekly Town Hall Meeting on September 15, 2021. Share this with your colleages...Continue reading

