There is a lot happening in the housing market, with dwindling inventory in our area (stay tuned for more updates on that), increased buyer demand, multiple offers and homes that… Read more »
Category: Financial
Most Affordable Counties in California for Housing
Affordability of housing has changed in a positive direction for many, if not all California counties. Some still remained less affordable based on average income and median housing prices, but… Read more »
The Cost of Housing Over the Last Decade
Here is an interesting and informative graphic showing the impact of today’s interest rates on the cost of homes over the last decade. No question buying a home is much… Read more »
Do You Think This Information MIGHT Be Important to You as a Buyer or Seller? I Do!
You have to pardon the media. They can’t or won’t keep up with local housing data when reporting how the real estate market is faring. I get that. But consumers… Read more »
Buyers and Sellers – Are You Relying in Zillow? I wouldn’t, and Here’s Why
There is a wealth of information on the Internet, but just because it’s there in writing DOES NOT mean it is accurate. As a buyer or seller, if you are… Read more »
Realestate-ese: The 4506T Request for Transcript of Tax Records
First off let me say I am NOT a mortgage professional, so I do not know all the ins and outs of the 4506T Request for Transcript of Tax Records… Read more »
Realestate-ese: POF (Proof of Funds)
POF stands for PROOF OF FUNDS. Providing Proof of Funds is essential in a real estate transaction, especially for foreclosures and short sales where this will be demand up front… Read more »
When You Snooze You May Lose in Today’s Housing Market
This seems to be becoming more and more true in this increasingly competitive real estate market in our area, and around the country. I shared my thoughts on this issue… Read more »
8 Tips for Your Relocation (Part 3 of a 3-Part Series)
In this last article in the series on RELOCATION TIPS we talk about 3 important issues – (1) flexibility; (2) financial issues; and (3) lifestyle changes Read the full article… Read more »
More News on the Rental Market – Rents are Rising in Key US Cities
I talked about the recent TRULIA REPORT ON RENTS throughout the county, in particular as it relates to the San Diego market. The conclusion??? Rents are going up in many… Read more »
Is the Real Estate Market Starting to Turn Around?
This is a question I get asked often, and it’s a good one. Obviously people are hoping for some good news, since we have had years of negativity surrounding real… Read more »
Is NOW a Good Time to Buy a Home?
This is a commonly-asked question from potential buyers, and not always an easy answer – one of those “it depends” kinds of things. Here are some thoughts: If you are… Read more »