Rep. Dave Camp, Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee of the U.S. House of Representatives, recently unveiled a large-scale plan to overhaul the federal tax code. Included in his draft proposal was a significant limit on the mortgage interest deduction. Over four years, the amount of mortgage ... » Learn More about Draft Tax Plan Would Limit Homeowners Tax Deductions
California Real Estate market
4 Types of Homes That Won’t Sell – At Least Not Yet
Low inventories continue to plague housing markets across the country, as buyers face limited options and more bidding wars. But with home prices rising, more sellers are starting to put their homes on the market. However, more than half of all existing homes are unlikely to be put up for sale ... » Learn More about 4 Types of Homes That Won’t Sell – At Least Not Yet
6 Things Real Estate Agents Wish You Knew
Good article. It reiterates many points I have to discuss with clients often. I'll elaborate on a few of these points in future blogs. Bankrate.com Dec 9, 2013 Real estate agents see it all. From the unmade beds to the overstuffed garages to the "What were they thinking?" decor. Over the years, ... » Learn More about 6 Things Real Estate Agents Wish You Knew
Latest Housing Affordability Data
These are the latest affordability numbers from the National Association of Realtors. They don't incorporate the tightening of loan underwriting guidelines due to the new Dodd Frank regulations that are just now starting to be imposed on mortgages, but it does give a good indication on how the ... » Learn More about Latest Housing Affordability Data