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Who’s buying homes these days?
Are you buying homes? Who do you think are buying homes nowadays? Buying your house is both a financial and emotional decision that involves many factors. For most home buyers purchasing a home is one of the largest financial transactions they will make. We...
Wire Transfer Fraud Warning
Everything in your real estate transaction is going smoothly and you are ready to send your money to escrow. Just a few steps in the transactions and you will have your dream house. Even though everything seems to be going well, you’ll need to be very aware...
California Real Estate Market Update
The California real estate market is sizzling and continues to sizzle… As we all see with the influx of tech companies in the area, low inventory is prevalent and prices continue to increase. Prices are increasing, which makes it challenging for...
How Will a Short Sale Affect My Credit Score?
Borrowers often ask, “How Will a Short Sale Affect My Credit?” An individual’s credit rating affects their ability to obtain financing and obtains favorable rates. FICO, the Fair Isaac Corporation, is the most widely used credit scoring system in the world....
What are the Tax Implications from a Short Sale
Tax Implications Borrowers are often concerned about the tax consequences of a short sale. This is because, up until fairly recently, mortgage debt on a primary residence that was forgiven from a Short Sale or Foreclosure could be counted...
Do You Qualify for a Short Sale Transaction
Many people wonder why the bank would allow them to participate in a short sale transaction.Can anyone short sale their property? In all short sales, the bank must assure that the borrower qualifies for the transaction. Most mortgage lenders...
Freshen Up Your Home for Spring
Spring is blooming soon! Give your space a new feel and update your home for the new season. We found simple spring decorating ideas from these lovely homes to inspire you. (Spoiler: No bunnies!) Time to update your coffee table decor It’s the...
A Quick Guide to Real Estate Transaction Fees
Wondering who pays what between the buyer and seller in a real estate transaction? This infographic from NestBend.com might help you have a good bird’s eye view and a better understanding of what the fees are in a real estate transaction. We recommend that you...
Things to Get Rid of Right Now, Room by Room
“Your home is a living space, not a storage space.” - Francine Jay, Author of The Joy of Less and Lightly. Less is now the new more. It's time to lighten the load in your home! Consider getting rid of the following and declutter your home one room at a time. Home...