The phrase “It’s just water” is fine for rainy days, but when it comes to the havoc a little H2O can wreak on your home, water becomes a serious… Read more ⇢

Q. Can a lender decline financing once I’m pre-approved and have paid for an appraisal? My lender is telling me my credit score has dropped by one point, and they won’t… Read more ⇢

It’s that time again! Dust off your beach chair, pack some wine and cheese, and relax with ocean breezes at what is billed as “the coolest jazz… Read more ⇢

Thanks to Curbed LA for providing the following minutes of the most recent Purple Line Subway meeting… Read more ⇢

Find out if you qualify for Obama's "Making Home Affordable" refinance. Read more ⇢

811 is the new number you should call before you begin any digging project.  A new, federally-mandated national “Call Before You Dig” number, 811 was created… Read more ⇢

Available Now: New Conforming Loan Limits of $729,750 The maximum amount for conforming fixed loan limits through government-sponsored programs (Fannie Mae and  Freddie Mac) has officially been… Read more ⇢

With all the talk in recent months about financial stimulus and bailouts, a new term has come to the forefront of homeowner’s vocabulary: loan modification. But what exactly does… Read more ⇢

Finding a good mortgage broker is a matter of asking for referrals from people you know, doing due diligence on every broker you consider, and finally doing the research… Read more ⇢

What’s your best, most affordable staging idea? Dozens of real estate pros offer their best tips. REALTOR® Magazine asked real estate agents to send in their best… Read more ⇢

The most interesting financial product to come out this week is a 1,5, 7, or 10 year interest only loan (becoming fixed at the end of the… Read more ⇢

Buying a home in Los Angeles requires some homework. Whether you are planning on buying now or months down the road, there’s no time to prepare like the present. Read more ⇢

Every person in the United States needs to manage their credit, debt and home equity more strategically in order to optimize both their current credit and future financial situation. Read more ⇢

With the recent rise in foreclosures, foreclosure-related scams have exploded onto the real estate scene. These so-called “foreclosure rescue companies” claim they will help save your home, but in reality are out… Read more ⇢

  A tax credit of up to $8,000 is now available for qualified first-time home buyers purchasing a principal residence on or after January 1, 2009 and before December… Read more ⇢