We are very fortunate in the real estate industry to have some incredible support for our business. No organization does more for us than the California Association of Realtors (CAR).
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Curb appeal is a big factor for home buyers. The exterior of your home is the first thing buyers will see when they come to a showing or open house, and you want to make a great first impression. And even if you’re not selling your home, these are low-cost, low-time investment fixes that can make a big difference.
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This time of year is always exciting for Susan and me. It’s Springtime, Dodger time (and this year an incredible start for our World Series champions), it’s my birthday month, and it’s when all the buyers come back.
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As a first-time homebuyer, it’s understandable that you would be very selective about the home you purchase. This is likely the largest financial investment you’ve made in your life so far so you want to ensure you’re going to get exactly what you want.
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You’ve found your dream home and now it’s time to cross all your Ts and dot all your Is before it’s all your own. And one of the first items on your closing checklist is the home appraisal. So, what exactly is that?
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One of the joys of homeownership is getting to host your friends and family on various occasions. Here are a few hosting tips for your next party!
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The balancing act between paying more than the minimum payment to rid yourself of debts and building solid savings can be a difficult one for some. Here are some things to consider when making this decision.
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Purchasing a home comes with many tangible and intangible benefits. One that is commonly overlooked until the start of the year rolls around is the deductions you get on your taxes.
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Reviewing your monthly expenses once a year is a great practice to get into. As you look at your monthly budget, you will find some expenses that are fixed, like your rent or mortgage, car payments, and child care expenses.
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Well, it’s been an exciting year for Susan and me! It was just about 12 months ago that the reality of what was to come finally became real for us. We were planning to go to Palm Springs, as we have done for many years, to watch the Indian Wells Tennis Tournament. It was abruptly […]
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