A combination of historically low mortgage rates and declines in home pricing are resulting in the most affordable home market in two decades. This is great news for home buyers, provided they are able to qualify for a loan. Stricter guidelines and qualifications may make getting a home loan more challenging, so potential home buyers…Read More »
Mortgage lenders are in the news again, only this time it’s not Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae in the hot seat. If you purchased a home through GMAC (now Ally Financial), Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, or Citibank, you may want to take note. Last week’s settlement of $25 billion is proposed to aid homeowners…Read More »
While the decline in new home construction may have some feeling “blue,” those of you who embrace a “green” lifestyle will be excited to hear about the latest projections. “Green” remodeling is a growing trend in the real estate industry! In fact, McGraw-Hill Companies, revealed last week that 17% of residential home building in 2011…Read More »
When you meet someone for the first time – what do you notice? If you’re like many of us, that initial impression is largely determined by outside appearance. Believe it or not, that concept rings true with your home, too! That’s right, your home can foreshadow clues regarding your personality and sense of style,…Read More »
Home ownership can be a heavy responsibility at times… especially when times are tough. It can be challenging to find help when times are difficult due to a decrease or loss of income, illness, unexpected disaster or home repairs, or personal crisis such as separation or divorce. Add to that a reduction in home values, and…Read More »
Did you know there are first time home buyer programs in California that provide down payment assistance? Well, there are and especially if you live in the Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego county area. If you’re a looking for first time home buyer programs in California, we’re sure you are…Read More »
1. While there may be less buyers out there, people who look for a home during the holidays are serious…they are ready to buy! 2. There are fewer homes for buyers to look at during the holidays which mean less competition for you…less competition equals more money! 3. After the holidays the supply of listings…Read More »
Much of the media coverage and hype likes to focus on the negative. Just this morning on Facebook, our local Real Estate newspaper reporter Jon Lansner posts a headline “Home Prices Decline in 40 States!” Now, granted there are many homeowners and agents reducing the price of the homes they have listed if there are…Read More »
Incorporating eco-friendly measures in homes has moved beyond installing energy efficient appliances and swapping out incandescent light bulbs for compact fluorescents – going green is giving home sellers a competitive advantage. With luxury condos touting eco-friendly features like rain water recycling, and home builders incorporating energy saving features into new homes, it’s no wonder real…Read More »
7 Tips for Moving with Kids Moving can be a life-altering experience for a child. If you are moving out of the area and your children will be attending a new school, the difficulties for children may only be magnified. However, there are plenty of things you can do for your children during the moving…Read More »
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