Mars vs. Venus in Home Buying
It often seems as though men and women are from different planets, but every day millions of couples navigate through day-to-day and even life-altering decisions. Because a home is the… Read more ⇢
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For Sale By Owner- A Good Idea?
Those that choose to sell their own homes often hope to avoid the commission paid to real estate agents. While those familiar with the housing… Read more ⇢
Should I Buy a Home Now?
Turbulence in the marketplace always brings out the perennial question, “Should I buy a home now? How do I know if the timing is right?” I’m asked this question… Read more ⇢
Having a Back-Out Plan: Why You Need Contingencies
You’ve finally done it. You studied the market, looked for months, and found the home of your dreams. You’re excited and ready to proceed. You write your Purchase Agreement,… Read more ⇢
The History of the Jack-o-Lantern
Halloween and Thanksgiving are just around the corner and I thought it would be fun to research the history of Jack-o-Lanterns and the significant role they play in our holiday and… Read more ⇢
Ask the Expert: Real Estate Q&A, 10.10.09
Q. I’m a home seller with a condo in escrow. The buyer decided to cancel when he found $30,000 worth of repairs during his physical inspection, and I refused… Read more ⇢
No New 21-Day Turnaround Requirement for Short Sale Approvals
Recently enacted Senate Bill 306 does not require lenders to review short sale requests from sellers and their agents within 21 days. The new California law, which addresses certain… Read more ⇢
Freddie Mac Starts Door-to-Door Effort Helping Borrowers Complete Home Affordable Modifications
As my regular readers know, I take a lot of pride in my work as a Home Retention Consultant with Titanium Solutions. I have written… Read more ⇢
CA State Bar Takes Action To Aid Homeowners in Foreclosure Crisis
In my recent post, I discussed the story of a gentleman who was told, erroneously, that he needed to hire a third party firm’s service,… Read more ⇢
Weekly Real Estate Q&A from The Bremner Group 9.28.09
Q. My friend and I are buying a house together as joint tenants. How does the $8000 homebuyer tax credit apply to us? Can each of us independently apply for the… Read more ⇢
Weekly Real Estate Q&A From The Bremner Group, 9.24.09
Q. What does it means when the MLS listing does not match (Los Angeles) County Assessor’s tax records? I’m interested in a house that is a 3 bedroom, 2… Read more ⇢
Beat the Heat with $1 Smoothies at Jamba Juice
Head over to your local Jamba Juice and beat the heat with this coupon. … Read more ⇢
Weekly Q&A from The Bremner Group 9.17.09
Q. I am working with a Realtor, but I typically go to open houses without her. Why should I sign the guest register? Who does it protect? Do I have to… Read more ⇢
Short Sales Made Faster and Easier
For the past 60 days I have working with Titanium Solutions as a Home Retention Consultant (HRC) in an effort to bridge the gap between homeowners and lenders who… Read more ⇢
10 crucial steps to short sale buying
There are fewer active buyers in the real estate market these days — but every one of them seems to be looking for a real bargain. For many buyers, the… Read more ⇢
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