In this episode of The Jones Zone, Host Darryl Jones is joined by Stephan Claus, Owner of Angelus Waterproofing & Restoration. He talks about his company, which does waterproofing, repair and coatings for commercial and residential buildings. He also discusses common cause of leaks, the importance of regular inspections and much more. Tune in for this fascinating and informative episode of the Jones Zone!

Episode Highlights:

• Common cause of leaks in buildings
• The importance of waterproofing
• Major projects that Stephan and his company have worked on

Key Questions Asked:

1. What are some common waterproofing issues you see in buildings?
2. What building components tend to fail and cause leaks?
3. What kind of technologies do you use to detect leaks?
4. How often should buildings be inspected and re-waterproofed?

Guest Information:

Stephan Claus - Owner @ Angelus Waterproofing & Restoration (Huntington Beach & San Diego, CA)

Phone: (562) 941-7676

Email: stephanc@angeluswp.com

Contact Darryl:

Darryl & JJ Jones Real Estate

Email: darrylandjj@gmail.com

Phone: (714) 713-4663

What exactly does an escrow company do during a real estate transaction? Escrow expert Lance Indes joins host Darryl Jones to provide an in-depth look. Lance explains the neutral third-party role escrow plays to facilitate deals and ensure all instructions are properly followed. He covers key topics ranging from earnest money deposits to wire transfer fraud prevention measures. Tune in as Darryl and Lance also discuss earthquake insurance challenges, title issues that can arise, and much more.

Episode Highlights:

• How escrow officers coordinate all the moving pieces and enforce contractual terms
• The importance of escrow's designation and independence for handling any deal type
• Extra verification steps taken to combat wire transfer fraud attempts
• Options when parties no longer agree such as terminating with forfeited deposits
• Typical escrow costs and fees based on purchase price tiers

Key Questions Asked:

1. What documents and funds do escrow companies handle during a deal?
2. What is the process if a buyer stops responding during escrow?
3. How does an escrow company help prevent wire transfer fraud?
4. What are common challenges that arise during the escrow process?
5. What factors should people consider when selecting an escrow company?

Contact Lance Indes:

Lance Indes - Prominent Escrow Services

Email: lance@prominentescrow.com

Phone: (714) 423-6882

Contact Darryl:

Darryl & JJ Jones Real Estate

Email: darrylandjj@gmail.com

Phone: (714) 713-4663

In this episode of The Jones Zone, Host Darryl Jones is joined by Kiersten Wardman, a family friend who relocated to Montana. They explore topics like Montana's slower pace of life, the colder climate and snowy winters, the job market, things to do for fun, property prices and taxes, wildlife, and more to help anyone considering a similar move weigh the pros and cons.

Episode Highlights:

• Montana's stunning natural landscape and scenery
• The slower, friendlier pace of life compared to California
• Very cold, snowy winters that last 3-4 months
• Lower income taxes and property taxes, but higher food prices
• Popular outdoor recreation activities like skiing, snowboarding, hunting, fishing and hiking

Key Questions Asked:

1. How did you end up deciding to move to Montana?
2. What are the biggest differences coming from California?
3. How cold and snowy are the Montana winters?
4. What is the job market and economy like there?
5. What kind of wildlife and outdoor hazards exist?
6. What advice would you give to Californians considering moving there?

Contact Darryl:

Darryl & JJ Jones Real Estate

Email: darrylandjj@gmail.com

Phone: (714) 713-4663