There’s a well-known economic theory – the law of supply and demand – that explains what’s happening with prices in the current real estate market. Put simply, when demand for an item is high, prices rise. When the supply of…
UWM is raising their conforming loan limits to $625,000, blowing past the FHFA’s current conforming loan limit of $548,250 for purchase by Fannie and Freddie. With rising home prices across the country, the FHFA is expected to raise their conforming limits next…
If you’re looking to maximize your sale and minimize your effort, you need to work with a real estate professional. In a sellers’ market like today’s, it can be tempting to list your house on your own – known as…
If you plan to buy a house soon, chances are you have been searching online to learn all about the process. You probably know that you’ll need to make an offer on a house that you like, apply for a…
When deciding whether you should rent or buy, make sure you’re considering these factors. Buying a home means consistent monthly payments. Homeownership also helps to build your wealth. And owning a home gives you greater flexibility than renting. If you’re ready to…
Remember when the economic recovery in California and the nation was going to seem like the Roaring '20s? That was what UCLA forecasters predicted nine months ago. Remember when it was likely to be “euphoric”? So they said six months ago. Or…
Homeownership is still a crucial part of the American dream. For those people who own a home (and those looking to buy one), it’s clear that being a homeowner has considerable benefits both emotionallyand financially. In addition to long-term stability,…
If you are a first-time homebuyer (or even if you’ve done this a few times), it can be easy to get bogged down in the requests for paperwork coming from your lender. Here are a few of the most common…
The summer real estate boom may be slowing down, but it can still be a great time to get your house ready for the market. Fall is a fantastic season to show off your home’s character. Here are a few…
Whether you’re buying or selling – today’s housing market has plenty of good news to go around. Buyers can take advantage of today’s mortgage rates to escape rising rents and keep monthly payments affordable. Sellers can reap the benefits of…
