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Pros & Cons of Buying A Fixer-Upper

Pros & Cons of Buying A Fixer-Upper

Prospective homeowners may debate the merits of a fixer-upper, but before you jump into a renovation project as a first-time home buyer, it’s essential to weigh the the advantages and disadvantages. Here are some pros and cons to consider: Pros: Lower cost: A...
10 Ways to Better Save for a Down Payment

10 Ways to Better Save for a Down Payment

The number one issue that most home buyers run into seems to always be the lack of down payment funds. Aside from the standard gift funds that are available from immediate family members up to 100% of the purchase price, here are 10 practical ways that you can save...
5 Tax Benefits To Owning Real Estate

5 Tax Benefits To Owning Real Estate

Real estate ownership can offer some attractive tax benefits, making it an attractive option for many people! Let’s take a look at what they are. Deductible Mortgage Interest: Homeowners can enjoy the benefit of deducting the interest paid on their mortgage from...
5 Ways To Make Your Home Shine This Spring

5 Ways To Make Your Home Shine This Spring

Spring is the perfect time to put your house on the market. As the weather starts to warm up, homebuyers are out in full force looking for their dream home. To make sure your house stands out in the crowd, it’s important to take the time to properly prepare it...
4 Creative Ways to Acquire Real Estate in 2023

4 Creative Ways to Acquire Real Estate in 2023

Housing costs have been rising far beyond previous affordability norms and those chasing down homeownership are turning to unconventional and creative means of making it pencil out financially. Check out our 4 tips below so that you can acquire more property in 2023!...
Housing Market Boom or Bubble?

Housing Market Boom or Bubble?

One of the most frequently asked questions that I get as a Realtor is “how is the market” and “do you think it is going to crash?” Well…there is some astounding news that Core Logic just posted regarding appreciation and delinquency...
4 Home Projects To Boom In 2022

4 Home Projects To Boom In 2022

As the pandemic continues, homeowners are encouraged to spend more time indoors—so check out what we expect to be the biggest trending projects for next year! Here are four home improvement projects that loom large on many client wish lists and expert advice on...
7 Must-Have Features For A Great Family Home

7 Must-Have Features For A Great Family Home

Every home is different and each family has different needs for their home as well. But – it is safe to say that some things are universal such as an open floor plan, practical storage, functionality and the ability to host with ease in your home. Here are the...
5 Ways To Be A Strong Buyer

5 Ways To Be A Strong Buyer

Buying a home these days might be the most challenging it has ever been. It’s happening all across the country – multiple offers, bidding wars, lack of good inventory and buyers loosing hope along the way. I wanted to share a few things that I’ve...
6 Most Popular Renovation Trends In 2021

6 Most Popular Renovation Trends In 2021

Between last year and this year, we’ve sen an incredible shift in the day-to-day operations of the world. Offices closed, daily commutes ended, and we tried to do it all; from school to working out to therapy to stay-cations, all in our homes. According to a...
How To Win A Bidding War

How To Win A Bidding War

Hire A Local Buyer’s Agent w/ A Proven Track Record Hiring a real estate agent is the most important part of the process because this is the partnership that will determine the best plan and position your offer to get accepted. A savvy buyer’s agents with...
5 Homeowner Tips For ADU Conversion

5 Homeowner Tips For ADU Conversion

Have you thought about converting an attached or detached garage into an ADU, aka accessory dwelling unit, but you’re not quite sure where to start? Construction in general can be a daunting task to take on as we know this from personal experience! If you are...
What The Pandemic Has Taught Us About Buying A Home

What The Pandemic Has Taught Us About Buying A Home

The pandemic has taught us all quite a bit personally and professionally. But when it comes to housing, most of us are reconsidering the idea of a home. With remote employment becoming the new norm, lots of families are relocating to the suburbs to acquire more space...
Will The U.S. See A Housing Bubble Crash?

Will The U.S. See A Housing Bubble Crash?

It’s official: The U.S. won’t see a housing bubble crash anytime soon says Housing Wire’s housing data analyst! The U.S. economy started the year off in an expansionary mode. Retail sales were positive year over year, job openings were roughly at 7 million and...
A Deeper Dive Into California’s Economy

A Deeper Dive Into California’s Economy

I hope this finds you and your family safe and well during these unusual times. As we all continue to work through our new realities, I want to provide information and resources to those that might need it. Read below for a deeper dive into the current state of...
Coronavirus & The Housing Market

Coronavirus & The Housing Market

It’s no secret that the rapid spread of COVID-19 is raising serious concerns as 121 countries have reported over 124,000 case infections and the virus has claimed over 4500 lives globally. Big events such as Coachella Music Festival are being...
Selling Your Home In 2020

Selling Your Home In 2020

“Should You Sell Your Home In 2020?” Have you been asking yourself this question recently? Have you been dabbling with the thought, but not quite sure of the answer? Well, there’s good news! The current Housing Opportunities and Market...
Buyers Are Lining Up To Buy Your Home

Buyers Are Lining Up To Buy Your Home

If you’re somewhat up to speed on what’s going on with the housing market right now, then you know that winter and spring months are a great time to sell your home due to the massive buyer demand. Senior Economist George Ratiu of Realtor.com recently noted the...
Boom or Bust For The 2020 Housing Market?

Boom or Bust For The 2020 Housing Market?

Boom OR Bust For The 2020 Housing Market??   For the majority of 2020, the U.S. housing market is expected to remain strong says Yahoo as millennials are predicted to drive the market. Most of these individuals turn 30 next year and will consider buying their first...
The #1 Reason To List Your Home In The Winter

The #1 Reason To List Your Home In The Winter

Most home owners think that spring is the best time of the year to put their house on the market because buyer demand traditionally increases that time of year. What they don’t understand is that if every homeowner proceeds with the same strategy, then that’s when...
5 Tips For Buying Your Next Home

5 Tips For Buying Your Next Home

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, searching for a new home can be discouraging at times. In fact, 56% of buyers said that “finding the perfect property” was the most difficult step in the home buying process. Purchasing a...
Buy Now or Buy Later?

Buy Now or Buy Later?

Should I Buy Now or Buy Later? This is a question that a lot of people have been asking me. Before making any big financial decisions, I always like to do the research, study the data and speak with the qualified experts. New data shows that Los Angeles’s...
NoHo West Slated For Spring 2020

NoHo West Slated For Spring 2020

NoHo West to include an eclectic mix of new shops, restaurants and entertainment options, along with office space and high quality housing for new and existing North Hollywood residents. (Photo by Dean Musgrove, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG) NoHo West is a long-awaited...
Tips On How To Sell Your Home “As-Is”

Tips On How To Sell Your Home “As-Is”

What do you do if you need to sell your home fast, but extensive repairs are outside of the question, either because they’re too expensive or you don’t have the time to execute? Real Estate Agent Chris Wulff says that busy home sellers have a few options...
Becoming A Home Owner As A Millennial

Becoming A Home Owner As A Millennial

We hope that this quick blog will arm you millennials with useful tips and strategies that you can use throughout your house hunting process and what you need to expect along the way! Don’t Break The Piggy Bank Chris Wulff says that beyond popular belief,...
2019 Home Buyer’s Tips

2019 Home Buyer’s Tips

Budgeting for HomeownershipAs likely the largest and most important purchase you’ll ever make, homeownership requires careful budgeting. This includes planning not only for a down payment and a monthly mortgage, but also property taxes, repairs, and other costs...
2019 Home Seller’s Tips

2019 Home Seller’s Tips

A Home Sold, But Not BoughtOnce you set your home on the market, getting an offer can be easier than finding a house you’d like to purchase. This can place you in the position of nearly having your home sold without a new place for you and your family. One way...
Buying A Home In North Hollywood

Buying A Home In North Hollywood

Are you finally ready to jump in to the real estate beast that is North Hollywood, CA? It’s best that you start planning now because it’s one of the most competitive home buying market in America, with a median price of around $650,000, according to...
How To Buy or Sell A Home Off-Market

How To Buy or Sell A Home Off-Market

Check out these seven points to seriously consider when selling or purchasing a home that’s off the market. It happens all the time. Jack hears that a friend of a friend, Diane, is seeking to purchase a place. Turns out, Jack is seeking to sell his home. Or a...
Warning Signs When Purchasing A North Hollywood Home

Warning Signs When Purchasing A North Hollywood Home

Warning signs can feel like a common occurrence when purchasing a home in North Hollywood. These signs could potentially cause delays or other issues within the purchase process or could end up killing your deal entirely if they are not addressed properly. The...