California housing costs will remain high going into the future. It's a matter of supply and demand. Even though the quantity of new housing construction permits have been going up over the past few years, the quantity is no where close to where it needs to be to house the household growth of ... » Learn More about California Housing Construction Not Keeping Up With Population Growth
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What’s Happening With Real Estate Finance Legislation in Washington?
Hear the latest on what's happening in Washington DC, and how it will affect the real estate industry and consumers. As a California delegate, Ron Henderson will present an overview on what transpired at the National Association of Mortgage Professionals Legislative and Regulatory Conference. Hear ... » Learn More about What’s Happening With Real Estate Finance Legislation in Washington?
Upcoming California Real Estate Legislation
As a Government Affairs Chair for the California Association of Mortgage Professionals (CAMP), I get exposed to upcoming bills being presented to local, state and federal governmental branches. February 27th is the last day bills can be introduced on the state level, but here are a few that have ... » Learn More about Upcoming California Real Estate Legislation
California Real Estate Market at a Glance
The California values are up a moderate 3.1% year over year. Inventory is up marginally, time on the market up, and the Affordability Index is flat, thanks to low interest rates have lasting longer than expected. If you are in the Los Angeles area, have any questions or real estate sales or ... » Learn More about California Real Estate Market at a Glance
January 26 FHA Cost Drop, Tighter Appraisal Review Process
The FHA monthly mortgage insurance premium drops January 26 by .50%. This is to make it more competitive with Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae's 3% down programs. The FHA Up Front Mortgage Insurance Premium will still be 1.75%. The better quality borrowers have migrated to conventional financing because ... » Learn More about January 26 FHA Cost Drop, Tighter Appraisal Review Process