Frank & Susan DiLauro | How Does Your Debt-to-Income Ratio Affect Your Ability to Secure a Mortgage?

How Does Your Debt-to-Income Ratio Affect Your Ability to Secure a Mortgage?

Published October 4, 2018

Getting a mortgage involves a lot more than just filling out an application and waiting for approval.

PROPERTY OF THE MONTH: 8 Bridle Ln, Rancho Palos Verdes

Published October 1, 2018

This month we are featuring a very special property! 8 Bridle Lane was originally built in 1957, and expanded about 5 years later to its current size of approximately 3,200 square Feet. It sits on a one acre lot at the end of a very quiet cul-de-sac.

How Does Your Primary Residence Impact Capital Gains Taxes When You Sell?

Published October 1, 2018

Planning on selling? There’s plenty to consider, including whether or not you’ll potentially be subject to capital gains taxes.

INFOGRAPHIC: California Sales Report For August 2018

Published September 27, 2018

Here is the data surrounding the housing market in California for August 2018, as compiled by the California Association of Realtors (CAR).

Is Buying Before Selling Too Much of a Risk?

Published September 20, 2018

It’s the age-old question that buyers and sellers ask themselves when they’re ready to make a move: should I buy first or sell first?

How Long Does it Take to Sell Your Home?

Published September 17, 2018

When sellers list their homes on the market, they’re usually concerned with two main things: how much they can sell for, and how long it will take to sell.

INFOGRAPHIC: Most Challenging Tasks For FSBO Sellers

Published September 13, 2018

Here are some of the most common issues that FSBOs have when attempting to sell on their own, prompting them to end up seeking the help of a real estate agent to finish the job.

9 Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Swimming Pool in Good Shape

Published September 10, 2018

Swimming pools are a common staple in California backyards and provide homeowners with a convenient retreat to and get some relief from the hot sun.

6 Things You Can Negotiate on Your Lease

Published September 6, 2018

Advertised rent rates aren’t necessarily written in stone.

7 Crucial Steps to Closing a Real Estate Deal

Published September 3, 2018

After a real estate deal has been negotiated between a buyer and seller and an agreement is reached, it’s time to go through the steps to actually close the deal.