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Appraisals Appraised Value vs. Market Value When it comes to real estate, understanding the value of a property is more than just a number—it’s about making informed decisions. The often-confused concepts of “appraised value” and “market value” leave many confused. Understanding the differences between the two is crucial for navigating property transactions successfully. What is Appraised Value? The appraised value of […]
Other Five Ways NOT to Use Your HELOC One of the benefits of owning a home is the chance to build equity. Equity is the difference between what you owe on your mortgage and what your home is worth. If your home is worth $300,000 and you owe $100,000 on your mortgage, you have $200,000 of equity. You can then borrow against that […]
Market Trends Heading into the New Year, Mortgage Rates Remain on a Downward Trend  Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®), showing the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.61 percent. “The rapid descent of mortgage rates over the last two months stabilized a bit this week, but rates continue to trend down,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “Heading into the new year, […]
Uncategorized Home sales are expected to soar in these California cities next year With mortgage rates finally easing, many California cities are expected to see home sales rebound significantly next year, according to a new forecast from Realtor.com. Five metro areas are predicted to see double-digit, year-over-year sales growth in 2024. They are Oxnard-Thousand Oaks (18%), Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario (13.8%), Bakersfield (13.4%), San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad (11%) and Sacramento (10.3%). Home sales in the Los Angeles-Long […]
Buying Private Mortgage Insurance: Is It as Bad as You Think? Private mortgage insurance, better known as PMI, provides a type of financial safety net to your lender if you should stop paying your mortgage on time. How much you pay will vary, but PMI typically costs 0.1% to 2% of your loan amount. That can add up. If you are taking out a mortgage of […]
Other Stretch It Out: Is a 40-Year Mortgage Right for You? Like all fixed-rate mortgages, your interest rate will never change with a 40-year, fixed-rate mortgage. Your rate will remain the same until you pay off your loan, refinance your 40-year mortgage into a new loan or sell your home. The difference between a 40-year mortgage and other fixed-rate loans comes in the term. The 40-year […]
Market Trends The Latest 2024 Housing Market Forecast The new year is right around the corner, and you might be wondering if 2024 will be the right time to buy or sell a home. If you want to make the most informed decision possible, it’s important to know what the experts have to say about what’s ahead for the housing market. Spoiler alert: the projections may […]
Real Estate Congrats, Your House Made You Rich. Now Sell It. Lots of baby boomers are going to sell their homes in the years ahead. The trick is to beat the crowd. Forget the old slogan about there never being a better time to buy a home. For baby boomers, there might never be a better time to sell. The kids are gone, the stairs aren’t […]
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Other How does owning a home affect your taxes? Owning a home can be a smart financial investment and a great way to build your equity. But another substantial benefit can involve a bigger break on Tax Day. Whether you own now or you’re thinking about buying, tax season is the best time to become familiar with the financial benefits of owning a home. […]
Buying 6 money-saving tips homebuyers should know Buying a house is always expensive, but recently it has been even tougher for many Americans to afford to buy a home. As of August 2023, the median home price sits at $407,100, according to data from the National Association of Realtors. That’s an increase of nearly 4% year-over-year To make matters worse, mortgage rates are high right […]
Uncategorized Is a Home Equity Line of Credit Right for You? You know that you can borrow against the equity that you’ve built in your home, using the funds from home equity loans to pay for whatever you want, whether you’re ready to remodel your aging kitchen or pay off high-interest-rate credit card debt. What you don’t know, though, is whether it makes more sense to […]
Home Improvement 5 Home Improvement Projects That Will Pay Off in 2024 With 2024 on the horizon, many homeowners are seeking ways to enhance their property and increase its value. Whether you plan to sell your home in the new year or simply want to update its style and livability for yourself, strategic home improvement projects can make a significant impact. Spruce Up the Exterior First impressions […]
Real Estate The Big Benefits of Downsizing Your Home If you’re considering downsizing, you’re not alone. Many homeowners are embracing the advantages of living in smaller spaces. Living more compactly can offer a range of benefits, from cost savings to a better quality of life. Explore the advantages of living smaller and learn why it’s becoming an increasingly popular option. Financial Considerations One of […]
Buying Do you need a perfect credit score of 850 to buy a home… (nope) If a low credit score is keeping you from buying a home, you’re not alone. Nearly a quarter of Americans under 35 say that bad credit is preventing them from owning a home, according to CNBC’s Your Money survey conducted by Survey Monkey. What does it take to buy a home? The minimum score needed can be as low […]
Buying How Much Home Can You Afford … Realistically? If you’re like many Americans, your home will be the most expensive thing you own. It will be a key part of your estate as you plan for the long term. So you need to think strategically from the outset. To start with, if you want to know how much of a mortgage lenders think […]
Appraisals Is it 2007 again in the housing market? Ryan Lundquist has some great things to consider in his blog post (linked below). Here are the meat and potatoes of what he had to say: “Is it 2007 again? There’s so much talk online about today’s housing market being like 2007, but what are the stats showing? Today I want to walk through three […]
Uncategorized Should You Make a Large Home Downpayment? Depending on the loan type, you can qualify for a mortgage with a downpayment that is as low as 3% of your home’s final purchase price. And for some loans — such as a VA loan or USDA mortgage — you don’t need any downpayment at all. But what if you can afford a larger […]
Selling 5 Outdoor Projects That Pay Off the Most What pays off the most when it comes to curb appeal? Ninety-two percent of REALTORS® recommend that sellers improve their curb appeal before listing their home for sale, according to a survey from the National Association of REALTORS® and the National Association of Landscape Professionals. What pays off the most when it comes to curb […]
Buying 6 Ways Your Buyers Can Save on Their Mortgage With rates around 7%, home buyers are feeling the financial squeeze. Here are a few secrets to ensuring that you get the best deal that you can on your loan. Although mortgage rates, which have been hovering near 7% over the last few weeks, are expected to fall in the second half of the year, […]
Buying Assuming a loan.. Is it worth it? Local Appraiser, Ryan Lundquist, has recently posted his thoughts on this matter. Read on to see what he thinks about the topic of assuming a loan in today’s real estate market climate.   August 29, 2023 By Ryan Lundquist  “Assumable loans are eye candy in today’s housing market. The idea of taking over somebody’s 2.5% loan sounds […]

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