Whats the rule of thumb for when to refinance a home mortgage
Is there a general rule of thumb for when to refinance a mortgage? In a word, yes. The best time to refi is when rates on 30-year fixed loans are super low…
General Real Estate Advice & Tips
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Telltale signs of a buyer’s market–and what sellers can do about it
Recently, I represented a seller in San Francisco who had had his roof inspected. The inspection came back clean, no problems. And yet, during escrow, the potential buyer wanted to get his…
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Mortgage meltdown trend: The wealthy are walking away from their homes too
There’s an old saying: The rich are different. But lately, that difference is shrinking, as some affluent homeowners face foreclosure and struggle with mortgage payments just like everyone else. Folks who bought…
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Can a home office help sell a house?
A few years ago, the well-organized, customized closet became a must-have item on practically every homebuyer’s checklist. Now you can add a custom-built home office to that list. A custom-built home office…
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When adding curb appeal to your home, don’t overlook the neighbors
In this tough real estate market, anything you can do to make the exterior of your home look more inviting is worth considering. And that includes putting up a fence to conceal…
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What are pocket listings and why are they on the rise?
In the past few months, I’ve noticed an uptick in the number of ‘pocket listings.’ Here’s a quick look at what pocket listings are, why they’re becoming more commonplace, and what it…
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What does tenants in common mean in real estate?
If you’re a first-time buyer new to real estate, you’ve probably come across the term TIC. In real estate terms, TIC stands for tenants in common, ortenancy in common. A TIC is a way…
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Top Mistakes Homebuyers Make
We all make mistakes. But when you’re buying a home, some false steps can cost you a lot of money, create unnecessary aggravation, or even cause you to lose out on the…
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The top mistakes sellers make
In my last post, I explained the top mistakes homebuyers often make. Sellers, this time it’s your turn. Here are the top four missteps I’ve seen lots of sellers make—much to their regret.…
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How to get started in real estate investing
With home prices and mortgage rates so low, people are seriously considering taking advantage, not only as homebuyers but as real estate investors. In some places, you can potentially "cash flow" a…
