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 »
Tag: first time buyers
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 »
New National Flood Insurance Program Extension Authorized in July 2012
There is some excellent news for potential homeowners who would need to purchase FLOOD INSURANCE required by their mortgage company in many communities throughout the US. This new bill, the… Read more »
Realestate-ese – EMD (Earnest Money Deposit)
EMD, or EARNEST MONEY DEPOSIT, is an important part of the offer process. You will often hear this called simply a DEPOSIT or EARNEST MONEY but you will see EMD… Read more »
Realestate-ese – A Series for Buyers and Sellers
Having worked in a couple of different industries I have come to realize that the lingo used in a particular field can be confusing. This is especially true in REAL… 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 2 of a 3-Part Series)
In Part 2 of this series of RELOCATION TIPS for your move to Carlsbad or elsewhere in Southern California, we talk about (1) the disadvantage of being at a distance,… Read more »
8 Tips for Your Relocation (Part 1 of a 3-Part Series)
A RELOCATION is always a challenging proposition, with many tasks to be accomplished in order to make it all happen successfully. Having moved a bunch of times both locally as… Read more »
The Outdoor Lifestyle in Carlsbad CA
Most buyers moving here are looking for a LIFESTYLE, one which is often focused on the outdoors. No surprise given the weather we have year-round. That OUTDOOR LIFESTYLE at home… Read more »
Pigs, Nude Beaches and Sewage Treatment Plants – What is a Buyer to Do??
While this may sound like a strange title, there’s an important lesson here for buyers about DUE DILIGENCE, and disclosure from agents, when buying a home. You might love the… 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 »
New Homes for Sale at Sycamore at The Foothills in Carlsbad CA
Are you interested in NEW HOMES? That is, new construction? If so, you might want to consider the NEW HOMES FOR SALE AT SYCAMORE, located at The Foothills of Carlsbad… Read more »