The Team

John Wright III

Co-Author, Executive Operations, Web Designer, UI, UX, Copywriter

John Wright, III is a co-author of the California Homeowners Guide.  He created the CHG website and UI for the tax forms on this site.  A native San Franciscan, John graduated from the University of Montana in Missoula with dual degrees in Political Science and History. Following graduation, he completed an internship with the United States Senate Committee on Finance, working primarily in the Tax Subdivision.

  • Web Development 80% 80%
  • Writing 50% 50%
  • Design/UX 90% 90%

Kathy Lane

Co-Author, Executive Advisor, Contract Negotiations

Kathy Lane is a serial entrepreneur, inventor, angel investor, and Certified Estate Planner (CEP).  Kathy holds three patents in software and brings to the California Homeowners Guide (CHG) her knowledge and experience in a myriad of computer based specialties, including rules-based software engines, collaborative electronic work spaces, electronic forms, market research, competitive analysis, WordPress, start-ups and product management.

  • Creative Concepts 30% 30%
  • Writing 10% 10%
  • Executive Consultation 50% 50%

Mary Wright

Co-Author, Former Broker

Mary Wright is a labor attorney in the city of San Francisco, CA. She has expertise in the field of legal writing, and spent time earlier in her career as a title company employee. Mary helped write the section on title in the California Homeowners Guide, and helped make design decisions on the book’s website. She is a USF Law alumnus.

  • Writing 40% 40%
  • Negotiations 30% 30%
  • Design 10% 10%

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