Porter Ranch Porter Ranch is an affluent neighborhood in the northwest region of the San Fernando Valley region of the city of Los Angeles, California. The neighborhood is bounded by Brown’s Canyon/Chatsworth on the south and west, Northridge on ... » Learn More about Porter Ranch
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Agoura Hills
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Hidden Hills
Hidden Hills Hidden Hills is a city and gated community in Los Angeles County, California. It is located next to the city of Calabasas and is located in the west San Fernando Valley. It is notable for being home to many actors and celebrities. ... » Learn More about Hidden Hills
What Our Clients Say
Ted Molinari
I can’t express how satisfied I was with your service. Way beyond the call of duty!!! This house title was such a mess, but you continued through the six-month process, getting all the acting parties together. The amount of time you spent, tying up loose ends, that weren’t even your responsibility, just to get the… Read more “Ted Molinari”
Greg and Danielle Nierenberg
The two of us could probably write a book on how much we appreciate all that you have done for us. “Thank you” !!! …From running all around and showing us so many houses, to putting up with our overzealous hunting expectations, to lending a bit of friendly support when… Read more “Greg and Danielle Nierenberg”
Ron Staus
Thank you for putting so much time and effort into getting the best possible deal on the price and financing. You went out of your way to help me. I appreciate… Read more “Ron Staus”
Jeff Balaban
Ron, Thanks for your help during the process. You indeed kept me informed of the status and the ongoing process…I would feel comfortable recommending you for your services in the… Read more “Jeff Balaban”
Max Lark
Hi Ron, Wanted to write and tell you how much I appreciate all your efforts on our behalf. I knew I liked you when I first met you, but when I think back on the whole process—and the first appraisal—anyone else might have just walked away, but you went to bat for us. I know… Read more “Max Lark”
Steve Fister
Dear Ron, Hey what can I say. I can’t thank you enough for dealing with Ostrom Ave & Horace St. I can’t imagine how things might have turned out without your knowledge, people skills, and caring for me. This year I’m looking forward to a new job & a better life. Largely due to your… Read more “Steve Fister”
Dominique Lark
Thank you very much for all of you and your team’s work on this refinance. It was quite the journey but we enjoyed working with you. You were great to work with and we really appreciate all that it took to get us the right loan. Your tireless efforts to see this through are greatly… Read more “Dominique Lark”
Mark Jacoby & Cherri Senders
Ron, Great working with you – Will recommend your services to my friends and… Read more “Mark Jacoby & Cherri Senders”
Jack & Kate White
Ron, Just a note to say thank you and let you know how wonderful you handled our loan. We would recommend you to… Read more “Jack & Kate White”
Jeff Amour
The only problem I have, is your survey had no category above exceptionally… Read more “Jeff Amour”
Mark Rettzo
Dear Ron, Your professionalism and diligence towards client satisfaction is quite evident. It would be a feather in anyone’s cap to have your… Read more “Mark Rettzo”
Steven & Valerie Haar
Ron, We blew it. We just wanted to let you know that we definitely should have used you on our loan. You were great pre-qualifying us for our purchase, but like dummies, we went with an online service, and it was a nightmare. You’ll be our first call for anything real estate from this day… Read more “Steven & Valerie Haar”
David and Maryanne Martin
It was our first completely painless home mortgage refinancing… Read more “David and Maryanne Martin”
Germaine Morgan
Ron always stayed in touch with us at all times and made up feel comfortable. We thank you for a pleasant… Read more “Germaine Morgan”
Anthony & Sandy Capozzi
Tony & I think your the best. We really got to know you, and you really work hard for people. We hope we can send lots of people to you. You really stuck it out with us. Thank you so much Ron for everything, also your friendship… Without you this would not have… Read more “Anthony & Sandy Capozzi”
Steve and Bob Gray
Bob and I agree that you did a great job for us and that we were very lucky to have you represent… Read more “Steve and Bob Gray”
Our Latest Posts
San Fernando Valley Real Estate Market Update March 2024
The mortgage rates have had gyrations over the past few months, presently just under 7% for the 30-year fixed. The buyer base is getting accustomed to the higher rates, but rates still affect the affordability, especially when paired with the property values going up. In a normal housing economic environment, the housing prices would beRead more “San Fernando Valley Real Estate Market Update March 2024”
Mortgage Rate Update Update March 22 2024
Last Wednesday the Federal Reserve had its March FOMC meeting and left the Fed Funds Rate alone at 5.25%-5.5%. They believe the inflation rate is still moving in the right direction, but the January and February higher inflation rates appear to be seasonally prone to err. Chair Powell reiterated the Fed will be keeping theRead more “Mortgage Rate Update Update March 22 2024”
How The Real Estate Sales System Will Change Post NAR Settlement – Pros and Cons
The real estate business model, how buyer and seller representation is constructed, commissions paid, and transactions negotiated is presently in a period of transition. I’m not going to get into the weeds on the seller and buyer lawsuits, the DOJs reneging on a prior negotiated agreement, etc. I’ve been following the legal wrangling for overRead more “How The Real Estate Sales System Will Change Post NAR Settlement – Pros and Cons”
How You Can Be Broadsided By Taxes When You Sell Your Home With A Home Office
When the pandemic hit, seems like everyone started working remotely, and created a home office. The IRS lets us write-off that portion of the home for business use. I’m not going to get into the methods or calculations for the deduction, but the tax implication when that home is sold. Depreciation recapture comes into playRead more “How You Can Be Broadsided By Taxes When You Sell Your Home With A Home Office”