7 Reasons To Stop Renting Today
Still renting? You must have a good reason. Although, we're not really sure what it is. With rents continuing to rise across the country, interest rates staying around historic levels, and new loans lowering down payment requirements, it just makes sense to take the leap to homeownership. Maybe you've got terrible credit and don't want to take the time to improve it (or don't know about loans that accept lower scores)? Or, maybe you just like giving your money away. If you're
Simple Tips to Sell Your Home for the Right Price This Summer
If you are considering putting your home on the market, summer may be the perfect time. The frenzy of the spring buying season has ended, meaning there are fewer houses listed and competing for buyers’ attention. Tax refunds have been sent out, so potential buyers who have been saving for a down payment may now have the funds they need. And families hoping to get settled into a new home before the school year starts are abundant. According to the National Association of Realt
Top 3 Reasons NOW May Be The Best Time To Buy
Rent is at an all time high In 2012 US Census data reported that rent in Southern California had reached an all time high in 12 years, and yet, since then it has not slowed down. In fact, the last 5 years rent in Southern California has increased by over 5% in most areas. With the economic growth and employment rates up, the rental market does not show signs of slowing down. When an average 2-bedroom apartment is $1800 in Orange County, an equivalent property of the same size
5 Reasons to Hire a Real Estate Professional When Buying or Selling!
Whether you are buying or selling a home it can be quite an adventurous journey, which is why you need an experienced real estate professional to guide you on the path to your ultimate goal. In this world of instant gratification and internet searches, many sellers think that they can For Sale by Owner or FSBO. The 5 reasons you NEED a real estate professional in your corner haven’t changed, but have rather been strengthened by the projections of higher mortgage interest rate
Home Renovations That Can Hurt (and Help) Property Value
If you’re into renovation projects, then updating and revamping your home can be a lot of fun. But before you get too excited about knocking down walls and setting up a custom movie room, you might want to consider resale value. Flashy renovations don’t always yield the best returns, so you’ll need to take care when picking projects. To make things easier for you, here are four remodels to avoid and four to invest in. Remodels to Avoid Luxury Rooms
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Packing Without the Stress
Packing up to move is not something you do once you are in escrow, but rather is a process to begin while your house is on the market. It’s better to be prepared early while you have more time on your hands. Follow these simple tips to ease yourself into packing. Don’t let the stress of packing prevent you from moving into the home of your dreams sooner than later! See what you have! By being prepared and packing early, you can see how many or what things you have. Find out w
Is It Safe To Buy Your First House Now?
With rental deposits significantly lower than most down payments — not to mention the costs of maintenance and upkeep to consider — the rent vs. buy equation can seem like a tough one to solve. But while saving up for a down payment, or worries about the cost to maintain an HVAC unit, can be intimidating, the full picture can look much different. In fact, those extensive numbers say something else entirely. Market conditions and rising rents in areas across the country caused