Tag Archives: Home Buyers

The Essentials Checklist for Newly Married Homeowners

Posted on October 8, 2018 by janicelee

After a beautiful wedding celebration and exotic honeymoon, you and your loved one are ready to settle in and enjoy your newly married bliss, especially in a new home. Although putting together a house can seem like an everlasting project, … Continue reading →

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What to Expect When Getting Pre-Approved

Posted on September 16, 2018 by janicelee

Getting “pre-qualified” today when preparing to buy a home is so 80’s. Getting pre-qualified then meant talking to a loan officer over the phone or in an office and having a conversation about various aspects of your financial life. The … Continue reading →

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Don’t Let Your Home Search Break Your Heart

Posted on August 22, 2018 by janicelee

For those who are house-hunting, it can be a whirlwind romance that’s hot from the minute you see the home’s curb appeal. But don’t let the seduction of a good-looking landscape make you want to tie the knot without a … Continue reading →

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All The Single Ladies: Why Are So Many Older Single Women Buying Homes?

Posted on August 17, 2018 by janicelee

Millennials, millennials, millennials. It’s all we’ve heard about in the real estate market for the last several years, with a sprinkle of Baby Boomers thrown in. But here’s who we should be talking about: Women. Older women, to be exact. … Continue reading →

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High cost of living is forcing lower-income Californians out of the state

Posted on August 13, 2018 by janicelee

California is losing more residents than any state except for two. In 2015, California had a population of 38.8 million. By 2016 (the latest year available), it shrank to about 38.6 million, resulting in a net drop of 136,000 people. (Click … Continue reading →

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Don’t Be Afraid Of The Seller’s Disclosure

Posted on August 11, 2018 by janicelee

State and federal laws are strict in requiring sellers to tell what they know about the condition of their homes that isn’t obvious or discernable to potential buyers. Buyers can’t see behind walls or under houses, so they rely on … Continue reading →

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Five Steps To Furnishing Your New Home

Posted on June 6, 2018 by janicelee

Congratulations on your new home! This is an opportunity to think holistically about the interior design and decoration of your home. Have you ever been in a house where nothing seems to go with anything else? A house with stylistic … Continue reading →

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Home Inspections Can Save You Money In The Long-Run

Posted on June 4, 2018 by janicelee

If you’re hiring someone to inspect the home you want to buy, or you’re a seller trying to find out if there are any hidden problems that need fixing before you put your home on the market, here are five … Continue reading →

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Home Buying Checklist: What Else Does ‘Location’ Mean?

Posted on May 30, 2018 by janicelee

“Location, location, location” are the cornerstones of property value and neighborhood popularity. Evaluating this seemingly-simple, triple-impact factor goes beyond merely checking out the street address. “Click here to read.”

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Tips For Negotiating With Sellers

Posted on February 21, 2018 by janicelee

If you dread the negotiating process when buying a home, never fear. Your real estate agent is an experienced negotiator who helps keep the bargaining from becoming emotional and veering off track. Your agent must know your desires by heart … Continue reading →

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