Reasons to Be Optimistic About the Market
I was reading one of the many emails I receive daily, and I came across one from the California Association of realtors that was pretty…
Category: Real Estate
Appraisals 101
It’s a seller’s market, but whether you’re talking about a sales transaction or a lease situation, it’s important to know the value of your property,…
Being a Good Landlord
Owning a home isn’t right for everyone, which is why many people invest in rental properties. This week I’m sharing my thoughts on how to…
Preparing Your Home for Sale
If you’ve been thinking about selling your house, now’s the time! It is a seller’s market. Rates are low, prices are climbing, and there’s not…
Short Sales and SEOs
You may have heard about people being “upside down” on their mortgage. When people owe more than the value of their home it can lead…
What is this “MLS” everyone’s talking about?
I’ve referred to the MLS in previous blogs, but I don’t know that I’ve explained what it is and why it’s so valuable, so here…
Being a Good Renter
The real estate market continues to evolve into a seller’s market. Prices are up, inventory is down, and buyers outnumber sellers. However, if you would…
What to Expect from a Real Estate Agent
For those of you who may not have noticed, the real estate market has changed recently. Prices are up, inventory is down, and buyers outnumber…
Keeping Your Home in Good Shape
So, you did it! You bought a home. Now, it’s time to take care of your investment. The good thing about home ownership is that…
Getting Through Escrow
With so little inventory available, the market is shifting to a seller’s market, even with rates at record lows. So, if you’re a buyer fortunate…