Posts by Elyssa Morataya

Moving to a new home can be an exciting but stressful time in anyone’s life. Whether you’re planning a permanent move or not, a change of scenery opens the door to new possibilities and lifestyle changes. Amidst the chaos of packing boxes and coordinating logistics, there’s one essential task that should be at the top…

Los Altos, CA —For over two years, many single-family home (SFR) renters have felt like they were riding a roller coaster—blindfolded. Rent prices have experienced steep climbs peppered with just enough unexpected dips and flat stretches to (temporarily) justify loosening one’s white-knuckle grip on the safety bar. Well, it may finally be time to exit…

Getting audited is no one’s idea of a good time, yet you can minimize the stress if you take the right approach. Step 1: Understand why and when. While it’s possible you were selected randomly, it’s more likely you were selected for a specific reason. One example might be if your deductions for charitable donations or…

By Matthew Belcastro  On April 13, 2023, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law SB 360, a bill to make significant changes to the state’s construction defect claims process. The new law, which goes into effect immediately, should provide some additional protections  to those in the construction industry by shorting the time period for bringing design and…

This cybersecurity “To Do” goes out to everyday, accidental procrastinators. Like me, you’re perfectly capable of managing your iPhone settings, but something always comes up to prevent you from finishing routine tasks – like getting TikTok completely off your device for the past 6 months.  Applications like this (even if they sit on personal devices),…

In light of the failures and strains in the bank industry, organizations should be alert for cybercriminals looking to exploit this uncertainty to commit criminal activities. Watch for social engineering and phishing attacks An organization’s most valuable assets are at risk: data and reputation. The criminals want the data and will try to damage reputations…

By Stephen Myers Sustainable travel is rising in popularity as eco-friendly individuals, couples and families take a new approach to vacation planning. Many green travelers are not booking trips to big cities, theme parks and all-inclusive resorts. Instead, they are eyeing eco-friendly destinations to snorkel, scuba dive, paddleboard, hike, mountain climb, ride horses and spot…