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How Appraisals are Affected When Real Estate Prices are High

How Appraisals are Affected When Real Estate Prices are High

As real estate prices remain high, you might be wondering how appraisal prices line up with the current real estate industry trends. One of the surprising effects is that appraisal prices sometimes come in low, especially when the appraiser is having a…

Are Zillow and Redfin Estimates Accurate?

Are Zillow and Redfin Estimates Accurate?

Whether you are looking to buy a home or wondering about the value of your current home, you might be wondering whether the current Zillow or Redfin estimate is accurate. As a general rule of thumb, these numbers are pretty close: within…

Does Solar Increase the Value of Your Home?

Does Solar Increase the Value of Your Home?

If you are thinking about installing solar panels on your home, then you might be wondering how the value of your property will be affected by this upgrade. There are often benefits of investing in home renovations, and you want to make…

Opportunities You Can Leverage in a High-Interest Environment

Opportunities You Can Leverage in a High-Interest Environment

Even though interest rates continue to stay high, many people are wondering if there are opportunities to buy a home and still make the numbers work. The good news is that there are always options that you can leverage, such as buying…

How Mortgage Rates Change with the Bond Market

How Mortgage Rates Change with the Bond Market

Do you understand the economic factors that affect mortgage rates? Many people want to know what is making the rates go up or down, especially if you are getting ready to buy a home. Mortgage Bonds and Interest Rates are Connected To…

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…

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Housing Projections and Money Flows
Housing Projections and Money Flows

Did you know that changes in the US and international money flow can affect housing projections? Today we are looking at some of the money flow patterns that are impacting our local housing prices and inventory. Money Flow from Outside Sources One…

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How to Choose the Right Realtor
How to Choose the Right Realtor

When it is time to buy or sell a home, the first decision that you need to make is to pick a Realtor to help with the transaction. In the real estate business, experience is key! Formal Education or Real World Experience…

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Market Update: How Low Inventory Will Affect Your Home
Market Update: How Low Inventory Will Affect Your Home

Recently, I did a Facebook live interview with Bill Provost, a local mortgage lender here in Temecula. During our conversation, we discussed a hot topic in the real estate industry: low inventory and how it affects people who are trying to buy…

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What is a Home Warranty Plan?
What is a Home Warranty Plan?

Whether you are buying an existing home or investing in a new-build, you need to ask questions about a home warranty plan to cover potential repairs after you move in. Here is a quick overview to help you understand how a warranty…

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Should You Schedule a Pre-Inspection Before Selling Your Home?
Should You Schedule a Pre-Inspection Before Selling Your Home?

Everyone knows that it is essential to have a home inspection when buying a property. But, have you considered the idea of scheduling a pre-inspection before you sell a home? Here are a few reasons why you might think about an inspection…

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