This came in my email news feed today: Brought to you by the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® The State Bar of California has recently launched numerous investigations against attorneys for misconduct related to loan modifications.  In a rare move, the State Bar has released the names of 16 attorneys under investigation, by opting to waive investigation confidentiality in favor of public protection.  These attorneys have allegedly taken fees for promised services, but failed to perform those services or even communicate with their clients who face the possible loss of their homes.  Their non-attorney staff may also be under investigation for unlawfully practicing law.

Excellent reasons to not purchase a Home We always talk about about what a great time it is to purchase a home in WNY, but there are some very sound reasons why you might not want to purchase a WNY home at this time. Even though you may have the financial resources and the desire to own your own home, it might not be the right time for YOU. Yes you read that correctly. We have a reason to suggest that. There are so many times that we see where good people make poor decisions and then they find that they have to sell it too soon.