Local Governments Taking Delinquent Homes?

By on August 8th, 2012
Eminent Domain to seize private citizen's homes?

What would happen if local governments started seizing homes by eminent domain due to borrower delinquency? What kind of precedent would this set? Is it good or bad for stabilizing the housing market; or should we leave the market alone and let natural forces take over?

Consumer Advice On Choosing A Real Estate Agent To Sell Your Home

By on July 13th, 2012
Debi Drecksler

In the past thirty two years, I have bought and sold four homes. Life experience is a wonderful teacher.

When selling a home, the # 1 priority is marketing your property. One option is to list your home with a professional Realtor. Ask your friends and neighbors who they recommend and/or pick up the phone and call Realtors who advertise in your area. Set up interviews at your home so that the Realtor can view the property and have the opportunity to meet with you.

Guest blog by Debi Drecksler, a Writer in Candler, NC

Funny Real Estate Commercials & Videos

By on June 25th, 2012
Funny Real Estate Videos

A video compilation of our favorite, most hilarious real estate agent commercial advertisements and videos. Watch these funny real estate marketing videos!

Closing Your Real Estate Transaction

By on June 8th, 2012
How to close a real estate transaction in California

Your offer has been accepted and the goal is now to get escrow opened and closed. This is not as simple as it seems. Many real estate transactions get to this point but never end up closing. When you talk about a real estate transaction “closing” that means the new owner has been recorded on title and has taken possession of the home. The transaction is not finished until it closes.

Homes For Sale in Woodland Hills CA - Economic Growth Indicates Now is a Great Time To Buy

By on March 6th, 2012
Village at Westfield Topanga - Woodland Hills CA

Economic growth in Woodland Hills, including the approval of Village at Westfield Topanga, will lead to rising property value. Buy your home or condo in Woodland Hills soon to take advantage of rock bottom home prices and historically low interest rates.

What are real estate contingencies?

By on February 16th, 2012
What are contingencies?

A contingency is something that must happen for something else to happen. In real estate, a common example is a mortgage loan contingency which means the buyer must be approved for loan or they can not fulfill the terms of the purchase agreement. Speak to one of our expert brokers before submitting an offer to purchase. Including the proper contingencies could potentially save you from making a costly mistake.

Santa Monica CA Real Estate Market Analysis - Jan 2012

By on February 12th, 2012
January 2012 - Santa Monica Real Estate - Sales Volume

A statistical real estate market recap in Santa Monica California for January 2012. Includes sales volume, average sale price, and median price for single family residences and condos.