BUYING

Is a Home Warranty for You?

Is a Home Warranty for You?

Whether you’ve recently purchased a home or are considering renewing the home warranty that came with your home, chances are good that you’ve got questions. Big ones. You’ve probably heard a… Read more ⇢
What to Know About Starter Homes

What to Know About Starter Homes

Is it finally time to buy your first home? That’s so exciting – congratulations! While the home buying process can be a little intimidating when you’re doing it for… Read more ⇢
Before You Choose a Mortgage Lender, Read These Tips

Before You Choose a Mortgage Lender, Read These Tips

Someone out there wants to help save you time, stress, and money. Here’s how you find them. Everyone in the market for a house has different wants — pre-war charm,… Read more ⇢
Will Home Prices Fall as Mortgage Rates Rise?

Will Home Prices Fall as Mortgage Rates Rise?

As mortgage rates increase, the demand for home purchases will likely remain strong relative to the constrained supply and continue to put upward pressure on home prices. Here’s why: Mortgage interest… Read more ⇢
Millennials Are Skipping Starter Homes for Their Dream Homes

Millennials Are Skipping Starter Homes for Their Dream Homes

A new trend has begun to emerge. With home prices skyrocketing in the starter home category, many first-time homebuyers are skipping the traditional starter homes and moving right into their dream… Read more ⇢
Q1 Metro Home Prices Up 5.7% In Los Angeles Metro

Q1 Metro Home Prices Up 5.7% In Los Angeles Metro

Inventory levels hovering at all-time lows weighed down home sales and fueled faster price appreciation during the first three months of the year. Single-family home prices last quarter increased in 91… Read more ⇢
Current Interest Rates Can Have a Big Impact on Purchasing Power

Current Interest Rates Can Have a Big Impact on Purchasing Power

According to Freddie Mac’s latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey, interest rates for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage are currently at 4.61%, which is still near record lows… Read more ⇢
Top Tools for Homeowners

Top Tools for Homeowners

Whether you hope to become a top level home remodeler or simply want to put some new slats on your privacy fence, it takes the right tools to do the job. Read more ⇢
5 Ways to Dress Up Your House on a Budget

5 Ways to Dress Up Your House on a Budget

Owning a house is a never-ending adventure in investing your heart and soul into a wholly unique structure. Some homeowners have great big budgets for massive changes or enhancements to their… Read more ⇢
How to Reduce Stress During Your Move

How to Reduce Stress During Your Move

Is there anyone out there who actually likes moving? Yes, it can be fun to get settled into a new place – especially if you’re upgrading – but the… Read more ⇢
No-Fear Mortgage Process for 2017

No-Fear Mortgage Process for 2017

A considerable number of potential buyers shy away from jumping into the real estate market due to their uncertainty about the buying process. A specific cause for concern tends to be… Read more ⇢
Market Values and the Expo Line

Market Values and the Expo Line

As you can imagine, I’m asked daily – and sometimes several times a day – “how’s the market?” As I study both general market conditions and conditions in… Read more ⇢
Turning Your Home into Your Retirement Plan

Turning Your Home into Your Retirement Plan

It is often a very good idea to include both your primary residence and a second home in your retirement plan. Mortgage rates have fallen recently, bringing them… Read more ⇢
How to Assess the Real Cost of a Fixer-Upper House

How to Assess the Real Cost of a Fixer-Upper House

Trying to decide whether to buy a fixer-upper house? When you buy a fixer-upper house, you can save a ton of money, or get yourself in a financial fix. The… Read more ⇢
How to Save Up for a Home Down Payment

How to Save Up for a Home Down Payment

Saving for a house Your home is probably the most expensive thing you’ll ever buy. Saving up tens of thousands for a down payment can seem daunting, but with… Read more ⇢

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