Valentine’s Day occurs every February 14 around the world, and candy, flowers and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine Valentine greetings were popular as far back as the Middle Ages, though written Valentine’s…
If you’re like a lot of aspiring homebuyers, there’s a major hurdle standing in your way — the cost of living. From groceries to gas, eggs, and just about everything else, prices have gone up. And that rings true for home…
A smoky haze envelops Altadena as the Eaton fire smolders. Legislation, Assembly Bill 238, aims to provide one year of mortgage relief for victims of Los Angeles County fires, allowing borrowers to pause payments for up to 180 days without…
This could be the year to sell your house – and here’s why. According to a recent NerdWallet survey, 15% of people are planning to buy a home this year. That’s actually a record high for this survey (see graph…
Over the past few years, home prices skyrocketed. That’s been frustrating for buyers, leaving many wondering if they’d ever get a shot at owning a home. But here’s some welcome news: that whirlwind pace of home price growth is slowing…
Rates over 7% seem daunting, but assumable mortgages offer a potential workaround for buyers. ssumable mortgages let buyers take over existing loans with lower rates, typically government-backed (FHA, VA, USDA).
Prospective homebuyers are likely to face 30-year conventional mortgage rates above 7%, though experts predict a drop to around 6.40% by the end of 2024. Strategies to secure better rates include increasing down payments and comparing loan options. Inflation and…
Some HighlightsYou may be sitting on the sidelines wondering if it’s better to buy now or wait. But buying before the spring rush may be a game-changing decision.Moving this winter can give you significant advantages, like less competition, more negotiating…
There’s no denying affordability is tough right now. But that doesn’t mean you have to put your plans to buy a home on the back burner.If you’re willing to roll up your sleeves (or hire someone who will), buying a…
Experts initially expected rates to drop to 6% by 2024, moving into the mid-5% range by 2025. Recent mortgage rates have jumped back nears ~7%, with predictions showing rates in the mid-6% range.
