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5 BIG Changes Coming Up in the Mortgage Industry!
Posted on 08. Mar, 2010 by SFWJ in Real Estate
2010 is bringing some big changes in the mortgage industry that will affect interest rates, taxes, and qualification. If you are thinking about buying a home or refinancing, you need to be aware of these changes! Following are some of the highlights:
Six Ways to Help your Realtor Sell Your Home!
Posted on 02. Mar, 2010 by SFWJ in Real Estate
Yes, Virginia, there are buyers ready to purchase your home this spring! The 2010 San Francisco market is brisk and homes are selling before they even hit the market!
Missed Deadlines and Your Mortgage…
Posted on 25. Jan, 2010 by SFWJ in Real Estate
The unbelievable story of what happens to your mortage closing when the bank misses its own deadlines! A loan is expected to fund and I’m supposed to get fully compensated for my work. Neither happened on this day. When I tell you why, I hope you are as shocked as I am.
Real Estate: Buy or Sell in 2010?
Posted on 13. Jan, 2010 by SFWJ in Real Estate
I think we’re all thrilled to be starting a new year and here’s hoping that it’s a good one! While we expect the San Francisco real estate market to continue to be challenging, there is no question that this is the season to be buying. And if it is the season to be buying, it is [...]
Seven Tips for a Warm and Green Holiday Season!
Posted on 11. Dec, 2009 by SFWJ in Real Estate
by Deborah Lopez
This has been a challenging year for all of us and I’m glad the holidays have rolled around to bring some good cheer.
Homebuyer Tax Credits:Not Just For First Timers!
Posted on 09. Dec, 2009 by SFWJ in Real Estate
Make way for the new and improved Homebuyer Tax Credit. It’s not just for first-time home buyers anymore. You may qualify.
by Allison Gervais Sofnas
You Don’t Need a Prince to Have a Castle!
Posted on 11. Nov, 2009 by SFWJ in Real Estate
Buy Versus Rent – A Woman’s Point of View! I was 20 years old when I arrived in California as a transfer from the Univ. of MI to U.C. Berkeley. Married right out of college, we had our first child while renting an apartment in the Valencia corridor between the Mission and Noe Valley. Right away I realized [...]
Get Mortgage Smart! What you must KNOW…
Posted on 09. Nov, 2009 by SFWJ in Real Estate
To qualify for a mortgage TODAY! A few years ago, lenders were giving out loans like candy. Not so fast today. Since the mortgage meltdown, lending guidelines have become very strict and banks are asking for detailed documentation and pristine credit ratings from potential borrowers.
Real Estate Investment: What’s Right for You?
Posted on 27. Oct, 2009 by SFWJ in Real Estate
by Deborah Lopez
In a previous article, I talked about building wealth by investing in real estate. Even in difficult market conditions, this strategy can provide you with a significant return. A key to success is to identify the type of investment property that best aligns with your goals and investment strategy!
Build Your Wealth with Investment Real Estate
Posted on 15. Oct, 2009 by SFWJ in Real Estate
By Deborah Lopez
There is absolutely no requirement that the first piece of real estate you buy has to be your own personal residence.
One client of mine refused to own his own home until he had enough income from rental properties to pay the mortgage. Another client bought an investment property every year
