Tag Archives: Buyer

FSBO Buyer Pitfall #17

Many unsuspecting buyers have no idea that they may have to withhold some of a sellers proceeds and send them to the IRS or the state taxing agency. If there are taxes owed on the sale of a property, taxation … Continue reading

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6 Years of Growth could spell Trouble

Real estate and other markets have been on s fantastic run, the last 6 years. Most markets have made a full recovery from the previous down-turns. Yet, as we’ve all heard the old saying “too much of a good thing…” … Continue reading

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Missed it by that much

Zillow, Trulia and other online real estate systems are great entertainment. For anyone who is just starting the process of purchasing or selling a home, and like to gather as much information as possible, they provide a loose idea, of … Continue reading

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Rents are Syrocketing!

Rents Skyrocketing & not coming down Any time soon In 20 years as a Realtor, I’ve NEVER seen a better time to Stop Renting & Buy a Home! Don’t take my word for it. Here’s what the experts have to say… … Continue reading

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More home buyers turning to social media

LOS ANGELES (June 26) – Reflecting the proliferating use of social media in today’s society, more home buyers are turning to social media in the home-buying process than ever, according to the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®’ (C.A.R.) “2014 Survey of … Continue reading

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A Home Purchase Loan that Includes Fixup Money

If you’re not finding the perfect home, have you thought about buying one that’s not so perfect and borrowing enough money to make it the perfect home? Here’s the solution: HUD (Housing & Urban Development) has government-backed loans available, that cover not … Continue reading

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Will my Score drop if I apply for new credit?

Unfortunately, many people may be losing out on homes, because they withhold credit information from lenders or landlords until they find the perfect place.  By this time it may be too late.  Knowing when to authorize the pulling of your credit can mean the … Continue reading

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One little √ could Cost $10,000s on a Home Purchase or Sale

No matter how hard the attorneys work to protect everyone in a real estate transaction, with longer & longer contracts, there will always be loopholes and/or room for deference in interpretation.   Real Estate transactions are fraught with danger, to anyone who … Continue reading

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Go Fund Yourself

January 2014 is going to bring about many changes in the Mortgage & Real Estate industries.  These changes will most likely continue (according to top economists) through the rest of the spring and summer markets. One of the major changes … Continue reading

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No MLS or Lockbox may Cost $10,000s

The Real Estate market has really heated up over the last few months and homes are flying off the shelf faster than ever.  Prices have increased over the past 7 months and no one is predicting a down-turn in the market … Continue reading

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