Homeownership provides stability and the opportunity to create a foundation for a family. However, there are also tax benefits that come with buying and owning a home. Taking advantage of…
How To Determine If a Condo is FHA or VA Approved
When a homebuyer is interested in purchasing a condominium or townhome utilizing FHA or VA financing, the homeowners association of the subject property must be approved by the FHA or…
Five Benefits of Working With a Boutique Mortgage Lender
As a borrower, there are several options when it comes to purchasing a home. Financing a home with a mortgage is the most common route. From there, a buyer must…
Renovation Mortgages – What Are FHA 203(k) Loans?
FHA 203(k) Loans, or “Renovation Loans,” allow borrowers to finance costs associated with renovations within a single mortgage loan. They are specifically designed for borrowers who want to remodel or…
The Different Types of Bankruptcies & How They Impact Mortgage Applications
Personal Bankruptcies Chapter 7: Liquidation Liquidation is the most common type of personal bankruptcy. It is the elimination of unsecured debt – including credit card debt, medical bills, and personal…
Why Today’s Housing Market is Not the Bubble of 2008
In 2007, an influx of houses on the market married with a credit crisis caused housing prices to plummet. This trapped homeowners who couldn’t afford their mortgage payments, and couldn’t…
Equity Appreciation: How to Get the Most Out of Your Real Estate Investments
A common theme amongst investors is where to stash money – stock market or real estate? Simply put, a stock is a share in a company where it is expected…
Interested in Purchasing an Investment Property? Here is how it is different from a Primary Residence:
Getting to the point where you can afford to expand your real estate portfolio is a huge milestone. When it comes to financing an investment property, there are a few…
What To Expect After You Close On A New Home Purchase
So, you took all the appropriate steps leading up to the closing on your new mortgage loan and completed the closing process on a new mortgage/home. What happens next? Let’s…
Appraised Value, Market Value, and Assessed Value – What’s The Difference?
One of the most important factors when dealing with California real estate is understanding the property’s value. If you’re wondering what the differences are between the different measures of value…
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