Articles and Information

Explore the articles below to learn more. Contact Us if you have any questions.

Professional Photography: Why Do You Need It?

Professional Photography: Why Do You Need It?

When you are getting ready to sell your home, one of the most important things that you can do to attract the right buyers is to make sure that you have good pictures for the listing. Photography is especially important in our…

The Perks of Becoming a Referral Agent

The Perks of Becoming a Referral Agent

If you’ve been working in the real estate industry and you are considering a career change, then there is something that you might consider before letting your license expire: becoming a referral agent. This allows you to maintain a connection with the…

What is a Fully Amortized Loan?

What is a Fully Amortized Loan?

Whether you are buying a home or considering a refinance, one thing that is important to understand is the different types of loans and how amortization works. Do you know what it means to have a fully amortized loan? Loan Terms for…

Looking for a Home in Menifee?

Looking for a Home in Menifee?

Menifee is continuing to grow and is quickly becoming the biggest city in the Valley. As a member of Menifee Masters, we found some interesting information about the booming area of Menifee. These details are essential to help you understand the real…

What You Need to Know About Loan Contingency Removal

What You Need to Know About Loan Contingency Removal

Any time we are writing an offer for California real estate, there is an automatic clause for a 17-day contingency removal. As a home buyer, do you know what this means and how it could affect your transaction? Here are a few…

How Mortgage Bonds and Mortgage-Backed Securities Affect Mortgage Rates

How Mortgage Bonds and Mortgage-Backed Securities Affect Mortgage Rates

It feels like mortgage rates have been on a roller coaster in the last few years. With rates being higher than they were before, where do they need to level out to reach a point that you are comfortable with? The truth…

» «
Amortization: Why Should I Care?
Amortization: Why Should I Care?

Amortization is the financial means to help you pay down principal on your loan each and every month. Every payment you make goes to pay principal and interest. That’s why I like to look at amortization as a forced savings plan. Honestly,…

Read More »

Is it Easy to Qualify for Down Payment Assistance
Is it Easy to Qualify for Down Payment Assistance

Down payment assistance programs have been a hot topic in the real estate industry. If you want to buy a home but don’t have enough for the down payment, then this video is for you. There have been some major overhauls in…

Read More »

Pre-Approval When Buying a Home
Pre-Approval When Buying a Home

Why should you consider getting pre-approved, long before you buy a house? Too often, homeowners get caught up in the excitement of finding their dream home, and they overlook the important preparation steps that need to happen behind the scenes. Mortgage preapproval…

Read More »

3 Financing Options When Buying a Home
3 Financing Options When Buying a Home

Buyers often ask me: what are the different types of financing available? It is smart to consider mortgage options when you are preparing for homeownership. 3 Types of Loans When it comes to different types of loans, it really has to do…

Read More »

Buying vs. Renting: 5 Benefits of Buying a Family Home
Buying vs. Renting: 5 Benefits of Buying a Family Home

Are you still renting a home? It’s good that you have a nice place to share with your family, but you need to consider the things you are giving up by paying rent instead of a mortgage. Reasons Buying is Better than…

Read More »