May 25

Competition to Buy Remains High

May 25

Making an Offer on a Short Sale What You Need to Know

Are you looking to buy a new home Are you thinking that now’s a great time to find bargains Before you make an offer, it pays to know a little about the seller’s situation. If a home is being sold for below what the current seller owes on the property and the seller does not …

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May 24

Housing and Community Development (HCD) Programs

The mission of the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) is to provide leadership, policies and programs aimed to the preservation and expansion of safe and affordable housing opportunities and to promote strong communities for all Californians. In accordance with its mission statement, HCD s main responsibilities are to: Advocate and support housing development …

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May 24

Tips for Finding the Perfect Neighborhood

Your neighborhood has a big impact on your lifestyle. Follow these steps to find the perfect community to call home. Is it close to your favorite spots Make a list of the activities  movies, health club, church, etc.  you engage in regularly and stores you visit frequently. See how far you would have to travel …

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May 23

How to Get an Offer on Your Home

1. Price it right. Set a price at the lower end of your property s realistic price range. 2. Prepare for visitors. Get your house market ready at least two weeks before you begin showing it. 3. Be flexible about showings. It s often disruptive to have a house ready to show at the spur …

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May 23

Negotiate Your Best House Buy

By: G. M. Filisko Keep your emotions in check and your eyes on the goal, and you’ll pay less when purchasing a home. Buying a home can be emotional, but negotiating the price shouldn’t be. The key to saving money when purchasing a home is sticking to a plan during the turbulence of high-stakes negotiations. …

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May 22

Basic Principles Of Probate Loans

Everyone would like to leave a mark in this universe so men and women do not forget them when they pass on. It could possibly be the ideals they’ve already developed in their youngsters, joy they’ve already added to other individuals lives, and material possessions which often protects their cherished ones even after they’ve been …

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May 22

Loan Types to Consider.

Brush up on these mortgage basics to help you determine the loan that will best suit your needs. Mortgage terms. Mortgages are generally available at 15-, 20-, or 30-year terms. In general, the longer the term, the lower the monthly payment. However, you pay more interest overall if you borrow for a longer term. Fixed …

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May 21

What You Can Do to Improve Your Credit

Credit scores, along with your overall income and debt, are big factors in determining whether you ll qualify for a loan and what your loan terms will be. So, keep your credit score high by doing the following: 1. Check for and correct any errors in your credit report. Mistakes happen, and you could be …

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May 21

How to Read the Good Faith Estimate (GFE)

Good Faith Estimate (GFE) You can grab the Full 49 Page HUD’s new settlement cost booklet (updated 1/6/2010 with corrections of minor detail) The GFE is a three page form designed to encourage you to shop for a mortgage loan and settlement services so you can determine which mortgage is best for you.  It shows …

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