There are some common misconceptions when you are buying a Los Angeles home that you can either do a better job yourself in sourcing a home for sale, or that you are going to get a better deal if you approach the listing agent directly. As I said, these are misconceptions. Let’s paint a picture […]
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When buying a Los Angeles home you would like to feel that you are getting the best price. But if you have a Los Angeles home for sale you feel the same. East is East and West is West and never the twain shall meet. You know how it goes. This is what makes the pricing
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With home prices nearing, if not at their bottom, now might be a great time to buy Los Angeles real estate as income property. Many more people will be looking to rent now that pre-approved mortgages are more difficult to come by. However, before you become a landlord, you’ll want to make sure your potential rental property
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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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As usual, Gene Mundt, a Chicago mortgage lender offers excellent advice which Los Angeles home buyers can take advantage of. Today, I want to address 3 things that seem to crop-up frequently when working with home buyers … and that’s … Rumors, Reminders, & ‘Rithmetic! Rumors first, as I believe misconceptions and untruths can scare potential
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When you are looking to buy anything, you always look at the pros and cons of your purchase. Whether it’s a new shirt (which color, etc) or a new car, you should look at both sides of the purchase. And you should also weigh the pros and cons before you purchase one in. Owning a
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First, Find the Perfect Neighborhood that Fits Your Lifestyle Buyers, anxious to make a quick home selection, often fail to take into consideration whether their new Charlotte home will work for their lifestyle. Is it in a location within a reasonable commute to the office? Is it near recreational areas that you will be utilizing regularly? Is
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Is your child attending, or about to attend UCLA, one of the world’s top universities? Are you wondering where your baby is going to live? For ease, comfort and added security, buying a Los Angeles condo may be a good option. Renting a condo in Los Angeles, can be a daunting task. You are not
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I’ve seen the topic written about often. Real estate agents and mortgage lenders expressing that they are called upon to perform duties outside and beyond those typically associated with their professions. Real estate agents helping clients out in emergencies. Walking dogs. House sitting for repair appointments. Mortgage Lenders performing counseling of all types. Helping with
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