The Nest

NestApple's Real Estate Blog

Featuring real estate articles and information to help real estate buyers and sellers. The Nest features writings from Georges Benoliel and other real estate professionals. Georges is the Co-Founder of NestApple and has been working as an active real estate investor for over a decade.

RLS’ Universal Co-Brokerage Agreement (“UCBA”) – 1/1/2024

UCBA stands for RLS’ Universal Co-Brokerage Agreement. To increase transparency and ensure that the residential marketplace is fair to consumers, the UCBA has made it mandatory for offers of compensation to the buy-side broker to come directly from the Seller… Read More

Home Buying and Financial Security: Why an LLC-Operated Brokerage Matters

For homebuyers, there are always several considerations to make. Naturally, you think about location, price, and the physical condition of the property you’re investing in. In addition, it’s essential to consider the person or the entity you’re buying from, ensuring… Read More

Smart Dorming: Navigate Rising Tuition with Shared Housing

College life is exciting. It’s filled with new experiences and academic growth. And as each summer ends and students anticipate the start of a new school year, you can almost smell the excitement — and the dread. The age-old question… Read More

Tackling Obstacles in California’s Student Housing Crisis

The student housing crisis is a part of college life in the United States. It’s more than just a place to sleep. For many students, it’s their first step toward adulthood. It’s where they learn to live on their own.… Read More

Perfect Furniture: 4 Tips for Stylish and Functional Pieces

Choosing the perfect furniture can be daunting as it involves balancing aesthetics and utility. Whether you are revamping your entire home or simply looking to add a touch of charm to a specific room, the right furniture can make all the… Read More

Why Keeping Pests Under Control Is A Serious Issue

There is no one more annoying than pests. Whether mosquitoes buzzing around in the summertime, carpenter ants invading your home, or wasps trying to take over your yard, it’s never a pleasant experience when we contact these uninvited guests. But… Read More