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helpful tips: westsidehomefinder.com recently blog posts | Friday 2-24-12 - 02/24/12 10:06 AM
Happy Friday everyone! I hope you had a great week and are looking forward to a successful weekend!
Million-dollar foreclosures rise as rich walk away Happy Friday everyone! We hope you had a great week and are gearing up for an even better weekend! This weekend has a lot of events from the Oscars to the NBA All-Star game. We wanted to share this news article with you from CNN Money. It really hits home with luxury real estate and… Read More
New Venice Real Estate Listings | Friday February 24th 2012 TGIF everyone! We hope you had … (1 comments)
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helpful tips: Co-signing a mortgage for a grandchild | Real Estate news via Dom Naidoo - 01/11/12 11:12 PM
Happy Wednesday everyone! I hope you have enjoyed your day and ready for the downhill to the weekend! This is a very good article on MarketWatch.com that I had to share with my readers...
WASHINGTON (MarketWatch) — Question: My elderly father is interested in co-signing the first loan for my daughter and her husband but is nervous about actually lending them any money. My daughter and her husband are stably employed and plan to make all the payments. The homes they are looking at are in the $200,000 range. Their combined annual income is around $85,000, but with a bunch of … (3 comments)
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helpful tips: Home inspector is on his way! - 12/11/11 08:28 PM
I had to share this information retrieved from a few different sources: REALTOR.com, westsidehomefinder.com, and car.org
Your home is in escrow, and the buyer has scheduled a home inspection. Should you be worried about what the inspector might find? The answer depends, of course, on the condition of your home and how well you've maintained its major components over the years. Regardless of what the inspector may uncover, however, you shouldn't be overly concerned about the actual home inspection. Keeping in mind that disclosure laws and customary real estate practices vary from place to place, here are six suggestions as to … (0 comments)
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helpful tips: Pacific Palisades Real Estate Blog - Wednesday 12-1-2010 - Wednesday hump - 12/01/10 07:12 PM
Happy hump day everyone! I hope you all are well and surviving the holiday season. As for myself, I am feeling better and thankfully back in action. The holidays are also the cold and flu season.
I post some helpful information on my website today. Here is some of the information...
When to replace your roof
While your roof may not be leaking or missing shingles, many subtle signs tell you it’s time for an upgrade. Whether you’re planning to sell or remain in your home for quite some time, a roof’s condition weighs significantly on the value of … (0 comments)
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helpful tips: Pacific Palisades Real Estate Blog - Weatherizing your Home - 11/28/10 12:41 PM
Happy Sunday everyone! I hope you all are enjoying the weekend and are gearing up for another beautiful day in Southern California!
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As winter approaches, bringing with it bone-chilling drafts, follow these five simple, cost-effective steps, you will be more comfortable this season and reduce your utility bills.
Step 1: Beware the draftA drafty window or doorway can increase your energy bills by 5% to 30%. Use weather stripping in window sills and door jambs where movement and flexibility is necessary. For more permanent leaks, such as around your window or door frame, use caulking.
The most severe draft … (5 comments)
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helpful tips: Ten tips for homebuyers | Dom Naidoo - Westside Properties - 11/27/10 02:02 PM
What You Should Know Before Buying a Home
Before you start looking for a home, get pre-qualified for a loan. Banks, credit unions and mortgage bankers make home loans; mortgage brokers process them. The lenders will take an application, process the loan documents, and see the loan through to the funding stage. If you have marginal or bad credit, consult your lender. You may be able to qualify for a loan depending on how long ago and what reason(s) caused the bad credit. A lender should be able to advise you on whether your credit history will prevent you from qualifying for … (0 comments)
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helpful tips: First time buyer frequently asked questions - 11/22/10 07:44 PM
Happy Monday everyone. I was researching information for my buyers and found this helpful information...
I applied for the 2009 New Home Credit, but didn’t get it since the money ran out. Can I apply now since there is more money available? I just closed escrow on a new home on April 26, 2010. Can I apply for the New Home Credit? What is the difference between requesting a reservation and applying for a credit? Why can’t I request a reservation for the First-Time Buyer Credit? How do I reserve a New Home Credit? Does FTB’s approval of my … (0 comments)
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helpful tips: California safe from National Foreclosure Issue - 11/09/10 03:18 PM
Happy Tuesday everyone! I found this article from the Fresno Bee very interesting and felt the need to share with you....
Nov. 07—When Bank of America announced a stop on foreclosure sales nationwide, it added to concerns in the Valley, which has been hit hard by the housing downturn and has seen more than its share of foreclosures. Buyers in the middle of foreclosure transactions wondered whether there would be a delay. Some who recently bought foreclosed homes feared their paperwork might have problems. And some who lost their houses to foreclosure wondered whether they might somehow get their houses back. … (1 comments)
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helpful tips: Pacific Palisades Real Estate Blog - Landscaping Tips - 10/28/10 12:29 AM
I found this helpful information on theHome Depot Gardening site…
The formula for designing new gardens is simple, and it all begins with a plan. A plan allows you to complete stages as your budget allows and make sure that what you do this season won’t have to be undone next season. Collect pictures of scenes that please you.Tastes vary. Some people like precise formal gardens, some want to play croquet on a big lawn, others like the informal country look. Take an inventory.
Do a “floor plan” of your property on a piece of graph paper. Consider your needs … (0 comments)
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helpful tips: Buying Pre Foreclosures - 10/17/10 10:11 PM
Pre foreclosures are known as properties that have reached the final stages before they get repossessed or taken back by the lender or bank. The owner is still in complete control of the property or home, although the bank or lender will repossess the home if the owner doesn’t attempt to rectify the situation. Normally, if the owner makes things right with payment, the pre foreclosure will settle and things will go back to normal.
When buying real estate, there are several benefits to pre foreclosures. Although there are several ways that you can buy a home, pre foreclosure is one … (2 comments)
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helpful tips: Pacific Palisades Real Estate Blog - Tuesday 10-12-2010 - How to talk to your Lender about Foreclosure - 10/12/10 10:39 PM
Many homeowners can find alternatives to foreclosure by negotiating with lenders, often with the help of foreclosure counselors. If you’re facing foreclosure, call your lender right now to determine your options, which can include loan modification, forbearance, or a short sale. Review the details Start by reviewing all correspondence you’ve received from your lender. The letters—and phone calls—probably began once you were 30 days past due. Also review your mortgage documents, which should outline what steps your lender can take. For instance, is there a “power of sale” clause that authorizes the sale of your home to pay off a mortgage … (1 comments)
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helpful tips: Pacific Palisades Real Estate Blog - Facing Foreclosure: What to Do Right Now - 09/30/10 12:25 AM
If you’re facing foreclosure, don’t panic: Take steps right now to save your home or at least lessen the blow of its loss. A record high 2.8 million properties were hit with foreclosure notices in 2009. That’s the bad news. The good news: About two-thirds of notices don’t result in actual foreclosures, says Doug Robinson of NeighborWorks, a nonprofit group that offers foreclosure counseling. Many homeowners find alternatives to foreclosure by negotiating with lenders, often with the help of foreclosure counselors. If you’re facing foreclosure, call your lender right now to determine your options, which can include loan modification, forbearance, or a short … (2 comments)
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helpful tips: Pacific Palisades Real Estate Blog - Tuesday 09-21-2010 - Tax Defaulted Properties - 09/21/10 11:05 AM
How do properties become "Subject To Power To Sell"?
Upon the failure of the property owner to meet the payment obligation of his or her property tax by the final due date, usually June 30 of each year, the Treasurer and Tax Collector sends the property owner a notice of impending sale followed by a Notice of Auction. The default opens a 5 years waiting period for residential property and 3 years for non-residential commercial property during which the delinquent taxes, interest, and penalties accumulate until redeemed. At the end of the 5 years for residential property and 3 years for … (0 comments)
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helpful tips: Pacific Palisades Real Estate Blog - Sunday 09-19-2010 - Understanding Energy Ratings - 09/20/10 12:13 AM
Understanding Energy Ratings for Windows and Doors
Qualifying for the $1,500 federal tax credit on new windows and doors depends on two measurements, U-factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient.
Just because windows or doors are Energy Star-labeled doesn’t mean they’re eligible for the maximum $1,500 federal tax credit. And with costs running about $500-$1,000 per window including labor, it’s wise to know something about the scientific lingo and numbers on the product labels you’re likely to encounter. Here’s your pro-level label-decoding guide so you can be sure you’re buying qualified products.
Which labels matter? The two labels you should … (0 comments)
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helpful tips: Pacific Palisades Real Estate Blog - Friday 09-17-2010 - Pricing your home to sell - 09/17/10 11:19 PM
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helpful tips: Santa Monica Place restaurant guide - 09/11/10 12:26 AM
Your Guide to Savoring Santa Monica Place View, compare and crave Santa Monica Place restaurants and cafes all at once. Depending on what you’re hungry for, you can browse by cuisine or restaurant type. Stay tuned for new openings — the tastes are always expanding. Restaurants are listed in alphabetical order.
Westside Properties is a full-service real estate boutique brokerage based in Pacific Palisades serving the entire Westside of Los Angeles. We proudly represent the finest properties throughout the Westside. We work as a team and combine our extensive real estate experience, powerful resources and connections to benefit you whether … (0 comments)
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helpful tips: Pacific Palisades Real Estate Blog - Saturday 08-28-2010 - Solar Pools - 08/28/10 10:57 AM
Homeowners in search of a greener and more economical method of keeping their swimming pools warm are harnessing the sun’s energy. Solar pool heaters can lower energy costs because they rely primarily on a free and renewable energy source, rather than electricity or natural gas. Solar pool heaters cost more upfront than traditional alternatives, perhaps 50% more than electric heat pumps and several times more than gas heaters. However, the payback can come in as little as two years, depending on local utility rates and other factors.
How solar pool heaters works A typical solar pool heating system centers around large plastic … (0 comments)
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helpful tips: Pacific Palisades Real Estate Blog - Tuesday 08-24-2010 - Federal Housing Administration - 08/25/10 01:32 AM
The Federal Housing Administration, generally known as “FHA”, is the largest government insurer of mortgages in the world. A part of the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), FHA provides mortgage insurance on single-family, multifamily, manufactured homes and hospital loans made by FHA-approved lenders throughout the United States and its territories. While borrowers must meet certain requirements established by FHA to qualify for the insurance, lenders bear less risk because FHA will pay the lender if a homeowner defaults on his or her loan. FHA has insured over 37 million home mortgages and 47,205 multifamily project … (1 comments)
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helpful tips: Pacific Palisades Real Estate Blog - Tuesday 08-17-2010 - 10 Steps to Homeownership - 08/17/10 11:56 PM
I do not know how many times I recite these 10 steps to my agents and buyers:
· Step 1: Are You Ready?
· Step 2: Get a REALTOR
· Step 3: Get Loan Pre-approval
· Step 4: Look at Homes
· Step 5: Choose a Home
· Step 6: Get Funding
· Step 7: Make an Offer
· Step 8: Get Insurance
· Step 9: Closing
· Step 10: What's Next?
Westside Properties is a full-service real estate boutique brokerage based in Pacific Palisades serving the entire Westside of Los Angeles. We proudly represent the … (3 comments)
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helpful tips: Pacific Palisades Real Estate Blog - 5 Tips for Saving Energy in the Family Room - 08/13/10 11:02 AM
The three biggest energy hogs in the family room are the plasma television, DVR/Tivo box, and digital cable box.
The fun—a video game console, TV, DVR, DVD, and stereo system—that your family room provides comes with a price. By reducing standby power, using rechargeable batteries in remotes, and replacing incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescents, you could save up to $130 a year in energy costs.
And if you’re in the market for a new TV, you can save even more energy by being flexible on the type you buy.
1. Reconsider that plasma TV. The three biggest energy hogs in … (2 comments)
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