Sometimes it’s nice to have a special get away from it all, or maybe starting up a side business for additional income is where you’re aiming. Whatever the situation, it’s important to keep a clear head if you’re shopping for a second home. To get you in the proper buyer mindset here’s some guidance on … Continued
Buying a home is a BIG step. And that’s why so many people sit on the fence for so long, never taking the plunge for years and years. They may have crunched the numbers, and they may have been to many open houses, but they just can’t seem to commit. So if you’re considering buying … Continued
There are a lot of people who have student loan balances hanging over their heads. Are you one of these people? Here are some ways to quickly pay off your student loans if you are a homeowner in Los Angeles. Stick to the Plan If you can afford the original repayment plan, do it! Most … Continued
You often hear of downsizing when the kids move out of the house and mom and dad find a smaller house with fewer rooms. Maybe you could benefit from downsizing? Here are 5 reasons why you should downsize your house in Los Angeles. Pay Off Debts If you downsize your house in Los Angeles, you … Continued
Buying or selling a home involves a lot of work, so doing both at the same time complicates the whole operation with quite a bit of juggling. Here are 5 tips to help you buy and sell a house at the same time in Los Angeles. DO YOUR MARKET RESEARCH Since you’re looking to both … Continued
Investors are always looking for ways to invest their money and feel confident and secure in their decisions. Historically, the real estate market has been a relatively safe place to invest their money. It is a relatively slow-moving market with indicators of positive and negative trends. The 1031 Exchange laws are a great way to … Continued
Are you thinking about buying or selling a house in Los Angeles? Learn about these 5 ways the real estate market is changing in 2020. The real estate market is always changing. In 2020 it is important to know what to expect before you buy or sell a house in Los Angeles. In our latest … Continued
Traditionally in most areas, spring has been the best time to list a house, with fall coming in a close second. But, of course, not everyone is granted the luxury of being able to wait till the optimal time to sell their home. Still, with the right mindset and some careful preparation, you can sell your house … Continued
Selling your house with code violations in Los Angeles isn’t always an easy task when listing it on the MLS with a local real estate agent. Learn how a direct sale can help to make the process a quick and easy one! Do you own a house in Los Angeles that is riddled with needed … Continued
Tax day is just around the corner, and, like most of us, you’re probably scrambling to get everything ready. There is, however, a bright spot in all the anxiety and dread for some people. And that is the healthy tax breaks that come with solar-energy improvements – at local, state, and federal levels. So whether … Continued
At some point in time, it’s likely you’ll be ready to sell the place you’ve called home for quite a while. This comes with its own set of unique challenges, and it’s important to learn how to take the emotion out of selling your house in Los Angeles. STOP AND THINK IT THROUGH Before you … Continued
Every cloud, as they say, has a silver lining – even if that silver lining is a bit tarnished. One good thing to come out of the coronavirus pandemic for homebuyers and homeowners who want to refinance is the recent rate cuts. “The Federal Reserve has cut short-term interest rates by 1.5 percentage points in less … Continued
Everyone has an idea of what they would consider their ultimate dream home. If you feel you’re ready to begin the search, here are 6 things you can do to buy your dream house in Los Angeles. UPDATE YOUR HOME-BUYING BUDGET To start off, the best thing to do is to examine your current circumstances … Continued
Moving is stressful for many people, but downsizing your house is a great way to save money and save it or invest it into something else. Here are 5 tips for downsizing your house in Los Angeles. Use a Tape Measure The first tip to downsizing your house is to make sure the furniture you … Continued
A retirement fund is an important thing to have. When you are old enough to retire, you want to make sure you have enough money to live comfortably without having to work much at all. Hopefully, you will be able to save up enough during your working years to do this, but it’s never too … Continued
