Understanding elements when buying, or owning a property under the jurisdiction of a Homeowner's Association (HOA) is critical. This is way more than "How much are the HOA dues?" It can affect quality of lifestyle, or the economic viability of the unit. I always tell buyers when you own a ... » Learn More about Questions For Homeowner’s Associations, and Information You Need To Know Before Buying
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Is Insurance Becoming the Housing Market’s Achilles’ Heel?
In recent times, insurance costs have been skyrocketing, leading to significant concerns within the real estate market. While some attribute this surge to "greedy insurance companies," there are various factors at play, including wildfires, floods, inflation, and delays from regulatory bodies like ... » Learn More about Is Insurance Becoming the Housing Market’s Achilles’ Heel?
CalHFA Does Live Presentation On First Time Buyer Down Payment Assistance at the Outwest Real Estate Meeting June 30, 2023
The California Housing Finance Agency will be giving a presentation on their First Time Buyer Down Payment Assistance Programs at the Outwest Real Estate Education Meeting Friday 30, 2023. The presenter Leanne Walker CalHFA Lender Training and Outreach has given great presentations to Outwest in the ... » Learn More about CalHFA Does Live Presentation On First Time Buyer Down Payment Assistance at the Outwest Real Estate Meeting June 30, 2023
Insurance In California, The Mess Explained
I usually only blog original content but I'm snagging some information conveyed by my friend Laine Caspi - Insurance Agent/Agency Owner at Paratus Insurance Services that's relevant to the insurance issues in California. There's banter about the insurance companies being greedy, but what we do ... » Learn More about Insurance In California, The Mess Explained
Revamped Mortgage Pricing: Favoring Risky Borrowers, Penalizing the Creditworthy
When the 'Ability To Repay' portion of the Dodd Frank regulations was written, the focus was to ensure the solidity of mortgages and the secondary mortgage market, and to provide loans to qualified borrowers. The current political emphasis is on reducing costs and lowering rates for borrowers with ... » Learn More about Revamped Mortgage Pricing: Favoring Risky Borrowers, Penalizing the Creditworthy