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Every morning, if I have my choice I’m having a cup of Green tea. The health benefits are great, and it’s a great way to start the day with giving the body and mind a boost.  Check out how green tea helps the body below! Green tea, including sencha and matcha, offers a variety of health benefits due to its rich content of antioxidants, vitamins, and other beneficial compounds. Here are some of the key benefits: Sencha Rich in Antioxidants : Sencha is high in catechins, particularly epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation. This can be great because many Americans and people in general consume food that increase inflammation (fast foods, carbohydrates and alcohol). So, combating this with green tea can help. Not to mention STRESS, now a days it seems like it comes with the territory or striving for more. Consume TEA! Green tea.  Boosts Metabolism : The catechins in sencha can help increase metabolism and support weight loss efforts....

Key Takeaways from Importance of Estate Planning: Ensures assets are passed down according to your wishes. Avoids the lengthy and costly probate process, especially crucial for California property owners. Living Trust vs. Probate: Living Trust : Helps avoid probate. Ensures real estate is included in the trust. Probate : Necessary if there's no living trust, requiring court involvement. Nearly $50,000 in fees for a $1 million home can be expected. Roles and Responsibilities: Executor : Named in a will, responsible for managing the estate. Personal Representative : If someone dies intestate (without a will), the court appoints a representative. Executors need court-issued letters to act and notify all beneficiaries of probate proceedings. Best Practices for Property in Probate: Engage an attorney promptly to manage the process and fees effectively. Executors should seek full authority to sell property with court approval, streamlining the process. Trusts Simplif...

Debt service covered ratio loans can help investor qualify for their dream property, here's what we know about them. DSCR loans are designed for investors who might not qualify for traditional loans. Key features include: Property-Based Qualification : Approval is based on the property’s ability to generate rental income to cover loan payments, not the borrower’s personal income or employment history. Down Payment and Coverage : A 25% down payment is required. The property must have a DSCR of 1.0 or higher, meaning rental income must cover the mortgage. Ideal for Investors : These loans are perfect for investors with strong credit and assets but lacking traditional income documentation. First-time investors can also benefit. Jeremiah’s Investment Journey Jeremiah identified a promising multifamily property with strong rental potential. He took the following steps: Evaluating the Property : Jeremiah ensured the property’s rental income comfortably covered the mortgage, achievin...

The City of Elk Grove is transforming right before our eyes. Here's a outline of plans that are in the works.  Sky River Casino Initial Development: Construction will begin with a parking garage. Future Plans:  Plans include a hotel , conference center, and additional property acquisitions around the casino, totaling 30 acres. There is also an option to acquire over 70 acres. Entertainment and Recreation:  The site will feature a music center, water park, and is strategically located near the future zoo, which has all its approvals and is currently fundraising. Ownership:  The landowners are also the owners of Delta Shores. Vision:  The mayor envisions the Elk Grove Zoo as a major destination spot.  Project Elevate (Elk Grove)   Ownership: City of Elk Grove Vision:  The project aims to replicate the vibrant, urban feel of Midtown Sacramento in Elk Grove. Developer:  A developer from Southern California has been onboarded. Con...