Happy NewYear!!  We are already 3 weeks into a new year full of new opportunities. The numbers are in for 2023 and we don’t think any of the “experts” ever know what is really going to happen, yet they make great headlines! Prices are up statewide 6.7%.  Homes are still selling for over the asking price 34%

While mortgage insurance allows thousands of borrowers the ability to own their own home, most buyers cannot wait to see the day that their monthly MI premium is discontinued. Once the monthly payments begin, no borrower is appreciative of how the mortgage insurance initially helped them. The Facts The Facts According to the data, •

Why do basically one in four people feel like home prices will go down in the next year? This is from a survey from Fannie Mae that says 23% of people feel this way. Let’s start here: The Media!. They started about a year ago with negative talk and story after story about the sky

Top 3 reasons are usually: 1.) Limiting access to your house. When it comes to selling your house, flexibility is key. One of the biggest mistakes that homeowners make is restricting the days and times when potential buyers can tour their homes. This is a surefire way to limit exposure and reduce the chances of

The housing market is currently experiencing a unique situation, with only half of the typical inventory available for potential buyers. This is due to many factors, including chronic under building for the last 14 years and the low interest rates we had just a couple of years ago. This has resulted in many people hesitating

Usually there is a period of time between the signing of a real estate contract and the close of escrow. What happens when one of the principals passes away before the deal closes? Generally speaking, if the seller dies the contract they signed is still in force. The seller will not be able to execute

For Sale By Owner always think they are going to save the commission. Not True. The Close reports that For Sale By Owner homes sold for 35% less is 2022 than homes sold through a real estate agent. A Zillow study found that 69% of FSBO’s who try to sell their home without an agent

Selling a house can be a daunting task, and understanding the current housing market is crucial to make the most of your investment. Fortunately, there is some good news for those looking to sell their homes in today’s market. One positive trend that is currently being observed is that homebuyers are adapting to the current

Professional Real Estate Team Ventura County, California Buyer’s Agent, Listing Agent, Relocation, Probate Gary and Lisa have over 40 years of combined business experience. Gary has been in sales for over 35 years. His proven track record with satisfied clients demonstrates his dedication and professionalism. He is a Berkshire Hathaway “Chairman’s Circle” award winner for

Written in its entirety by Marty Smith of Capital Services Mortgage marty@refibuy.com:   I had a hectic weekend work-wise, and this week has been no different. I love it when it is busy, but this is different. Everyone put an offer on the same house. LOL! Well, that’s not the case, but we see a