We often talk about different short sale incentive programs—HAFA, TAP, Bank of America Cooperative. Some of these programs also offer options and incentives for borrowers who are considering a deed-in-lieu of foreclosure. I do not write about deed-in-lieu very much, but thought it an appropriate topic since I have gotten a few calls and emails […]
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Many Westside Angelenos rarely venture to Downtown Los Angeles. When we do it is usually to visit a business or spend time in the 100 blocks of the L.A. Fashion District. There is another side to Downtown Los Angeles, and that is the residential loft community that is sprouting up in buildings that were once
Downtown Los Angeles is Not Just for Working, it is Also for Living Read More »
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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Eric Wolff wrote an interesting article in the North County Times on Sunday, April 10. In the article, he states that according to local Realtors®, the short sale logjam could finally be clearing a bit. I’m quoted in the article (as are my Realtor® friends Diane Conaway of Re/Max, and Sidney Kutchuk of Realty Works).
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Want to list your home attractively but, not take a ‘hit’ as a seller? There are a few misconceptions about how to set the sales price for your real estate Here are five common pricing myths and the reality behind them. Myth #1: It’s OK to test a high price on your real estate just to
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California is a state which allows personal residences and other real estate up to $1 million to be transferred to family members without having the property taxes increase. The IRS is petitioning to review tax-free California tax-free property transfers in the State Board of Equalization’s database from 2005-2010. Why you ask? Because even though these
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Tick…tick…tick That’s the sound of time slipping away on lower-priced mortgages, smaller-downpayments, lower interest rates, and cheaper closing costs. Getting worried? If you’re a first-time buyer … or live in a high-priced region of our country … maybe you should be. As of April 1st and after … there are many things in play
Los Angeles Mortgages are Still Low – Don’t Miss your Window of Opportunity Read More »
Ask anyone about their experiences with real estate agents, and you will no doubt hear a wide variety of responses. There are so many myths about agents that tend to be taken as truths when someone has a negative experience. A good real estate agent is worth every single penny you spend for their expertise.
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3 Simple Steps to Prepare Your Home for Sale Thinking of selling your home during the spring market? Here are a few tips to help your home show better and sell faster. Get rid of the excess: Eliminate as much as possible, and then when you think you’ve eliminated, do it again! Remember when staging
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