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How quickly are California’s wildfire-prone housing markets to bounce back after disaster?

by Madison Hart | Oct 15, 2021 | Real Estate | 0

California is not a state unfamiliar with wildfires. In fact, it is quickly becoming a costly norm...

Disclosure of Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones

by ft Editorial Staff | Apr 8, 2021 | Feature Articles, Real Estate, Video | 0

Use of the Natural Hazard Disclosure Statement (NHD) to disclose areas subject to significant fire hazards.

FARM: Avoid fire danger in your home

by Nicole Jessen | Aug 1, 2013 | FARM Letters, Real Estate | 0

Take these preventative measures to lower the risk to your property and loved ones! Cooking is the leading cause of house fires. In the kitchen…

Avoid fire danger in and around your home

by ft Editorial Staff | Jul 8, 2013 | Real Estate | 0

Protect your home by taking measures inside and out.

New smoke alarm requirements for residential rental properties

by ft Editorial Staff | Mar 1, 2013 | New Laws, Property Management, Real Estate | 0

As of January 1, 2014, a building permit issued for alterations or repairs of $1,000 or more on residential property will not be signed off until the property owner demonstrates all smoke alarms are on the current list of devices approved and listed by the State Fire Marshal. The signature restriction is an amendment to existing law.