Selling your home is an exciting process and one of the questions we often hear about is the distinction between an Appraiser and an Inspector. In this blog post, we will examine the major differences between the two and go into detail as to why both are absolutely necessary for the selling process. Certified Property …
Your biggest opportunity is easily your most overlooked. Millennials have long been getting the cold shoulder from realtors who don’t believe they are seriously looking for or even able to afford a house. Well, today we brought in a dynamic duo who has been crushing the competition by appealing to a generation that is 20 …
There are several essential things to consider for first time home buyers. Buying a home is one of the biggest investments of a person’s life. It’s exciting and nerve-racking at the same time. Prior to your home search, make sure you have some things in order to make sure the buying process goes smooth. Review …
Is the realtor working for your best interest? Realtors have a choice as to who they wish to represent. Meaning that any realtor can at any moment choose to represent both the buyer and the seller. This allows them to broaden their potential clients and in turn, gain more business. The issue with this approach …
You have a lot of options According to the California Bureau of Real Estate, as of June 2017 there were 281,916 active realtors and 133,542 Brokers. Meaning you are going to come across a lot of agents, each with their own experience, specialty, and personality. You’ll find them at open houses, zillow, knocking on your …
What are the 4C’s? If you’ve ever bought a diamond, you’ve heard of the 4C’s – cut, clarity, color, and carat weight – that help you determine where to invest. In the name of keeping life simple, I’m going to offer you the 4C’s of choosing an agent for the sale or purchase of your …
A little history Real estate prices have soared over the last few years. Just in San Diego alone, there has been an average of $40,000 (8%) increase in home sale prices. Meaning if you were interested in buying a home, you would have been better off doing it last year. According to Zillow, housing inventory …
Buying your first home can be one of the most rewarding yet terrifying experiences. With so much on the line (literally hundreds of thousands of dollars) you want to make sure that you fully understand all the implications before you sign the paperwork. The question is, who do you trust to truthfully work towards your …
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently announced a half-percent reduction in mortgage insurance premiums on certain FHA loans. According to HUD, the average FHA homeowner can save $900 per year on mortgage insurance. What can you do about it? For your current FHA Loan, let’s talk about whether a refinance makes …
The holiday season is behind us, time to focus on what exciting new experiences 2015 can bring! If you are planning on becoming a homeowner, or moving up to the home of your dreams in 2015, here are four great reasons to consider buying a home now, instead of waiting until spring. Prices Will Continue …
