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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…

What You Need to Know About Earnest Money in Real Estate

What You Need to Know About Earnest Money in Real Estate

As you are getting ready to finalize the paperwork to buy your new home, there are several things that need to be in place to close the deal. An earnest money deposit is one of those steps, and many home buyers have…

Why It Makes Sense to Hire a Buyer’s Agent

Why It Makes Sense to Hire a Buyer’s Agent

When you’re getting ready to buy a home, does it make sense to hire a buyer’s agent? Today, I wanted to share a bit of information about what we actually do so that you can understand why it makes sense to hire…

Best Time to Sell? April 1st Market Insights

Best Time to Sell? April 1st Market Insights

Are you getting ready to sell your home and looking for information about the best timing for this big move? There are a few things to think about, which is why it’s smart to find an experienced real estate agent who can…

Buy Homes in Winter, Sell in Spring: Here’s the Proof

Buy Homes in Winter, Sell in Spring: Here’s the Proof

Today, I’m breaking down the numbers to show you that there are better times to buy or sell a home if you are looking to maximize your investment. In this video, I share the back side of MLS in a system called…

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Buying vs. Renting: Which is Better?
Buying vs. Renting: Which is Better?

What are the biggest differences in owning a home vs. renting a home? If you are procrastinating home ownership, then you might be missing out on important financial benefits for your family. Here are a few things that change when you buy…

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calTEACHre – Program to Buy, Sell or Refinance
calTEACHre – Program to Buy, Sell or Refinance

Are you a local educator or school administrator? Then you need to talk to me about the calTEACHre program that can be used to help with your homeownership goals. What is the calTEACHre Program? This program was designed for those who were…

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Getting a Pre-Inspection Before Selling a Home
Getting a Pre-Inspection Before Selling a Home

Most sellers agree that the most stressful time is when the home inspection needs to be completed. During the selling process, the buyer has the opportunity to complete an inspection of the property before closing on the deal. Usually, the buyer will…

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Home Warranty Plans: Are They Necessary?
Home Warranty Plans: Are They Necessary?

When it comes to the topic of home warranty plans, many questions come up from homeowners. Many people love the idea of having a warranty on their home. But, they don’t understand how these policies work. Should you use a home warranty?…

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Paying Off Your House with a 15 Year Mortgage
Paying Off Your House with a 15 Year Mortgage

It is common for home buyers to assume that the standard mortgage is 30 years. While 30-years is a common length for a mortgage payoff, it doesn’t mean that you can’t pay off the home sooner. Today, I want to help you…

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