You will probably think that something with the title “how do I add value to the Los Angeles home buyer process“ is going to be a self-promotion extravaganza. That would be wrong. The goal of this post is simple to educate Los Angeles home buyers on the value of using a good real estate agent […]
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Words … That’s all clients hear, if they don’t understand themeaning of the words being used or thrown at them. And that leads to frustration, lack of action, confusion, and loss of interest … something totally and completely maddening, plus a waste of time, should you be the potential client. They MAY be hearing ya, but you’re not getting
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What is a short sale? If you are having a hard time paying your mortgage and owe more than the property is worth, then you may consider short selling your Los Angeles home. What this means is that you would list the house at market price and work with prospective buyers until your come to
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Statistics told us, that prior to Christmas of last year, Americans were doing a pretty good job of decreasing their debt, especially on credit cards, plus they were in a savings mode too But according to statistics recently released by the Federal Reserve, revolving debt (mostly credit cards) is up 5.1%. It is the biggest increase seen
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Previously, Part 1 of this post, “How Appraisals Can Affect Your Real EstateTransaction“ offered information regarding facts and details addressed and documented within an Appraisal report. In this post, Part 2, I will attempt to explain what “logic” is used to support the value reported by the Appraiser in their report. In today’s challenging mortgage underwriting, that logic has to hold up to
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Inevitably there’s a point during my conversation with almost every new mortgage client that the talk turns to the property appraisal. If the client themself brings up the topic, it’s an indication to me that I’m speaking with an educated buyer. That buyer has already done some homework regarding mortgages already … and that’s good. Typically, new home buyers and homeowners
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Or should I sell it As Is? Is your home a standard/equity sale? Are you considering selling your Los Angeles home? Do you have some repair items that need your attention? Do you have paint that is peeling, baseboards that need touch up (or replacing), screens that need repair or replacing? Do the windows open?
Selling Your Los Angeles Home – Should I Fix it Up First? Read More »
You can’t open your windows. A common complaint when the cool fall weather arrives. As cool as Los Angeles fall weather can get! When the complaint arrives in an email or via a phone call, the homeowner is usually concerned about the home having settled, causing things to be out of plumb now. After pulling
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