There’s More to a Loan Officer Than Rates
One of the most common questions any Realtor gets is, “Which lender can get me the lowest rates?” While rates are vital, the better question…
Tag: Real estate
So You’ve Closed Escrow—Now What?
So you’ve closed escrow and are now proud homeowners. You’re ready to move in, but it’ll take more than arranging furniture to finish the job.Here…
Foreclosures – A Last Resort for All Parties: Part I
Last week I talked about servicing a real estate loan yourself. That was a prelude to the next couple articles, which are in response to…
Thinking of Buying for the First Time? Think Fast.
If you’re interested in owning your own home, it’s time to go for it. Home prices have started increasing faster than inflation, and interest rates…
Holding Title – How Do You Own Your Property? Trusts
This is the fourth in a series about how to own real estate, or how to “hold title.” As I mentioned before, the way you…
Servicing Loans — Not for the Faint of Heart
Okay, so you sold your property and allowed the buyer to pay you some of the purchase price over time: you are now in the…
FHA 203K Loans – Right for the Just Right Buyer
When it’s time to buy a house, many different types of loans are available, depending on your status: are you a first-time homebuyer, a California…
Illegal Parcels Masquerading As Legal Parcels
When homeowners receive a property tax bill, some see more than one assessor’s parcel number listed for a single property. Ever wonder why? Well, let…
Holding Title – How Do You Own Your Property? Estate in Remainder
This is the fifth in a series about how to hold title (own real estate). As I’ve said, the way you hold title affects how…
Rent-to-Own: Now’s a Good Time for First-Time Homebuyers to Jump Into the Market
First-time homebuyers or people with poor credit and limited cash can ease into home ownership with a rent-to-own (or lease) option.While the idea of rent-to-own…