Karen Sanchez's Blog

One of my my friends just updated her bath and it's was so super cute I just had to share it with you.   What I liked best was her tile accept wall with the little pop of yellow. 

I asked my assistant Aime. AKA ChatGPT what are the benefits of hiring a buyer's agents. Here is the wisdom of the AI world. Hiring a real estate agent can provide numerous benefits for buyers in the real estate market. Here are five compelling reasons why buyers should seriously consider working...

YUMMY!   If you are visiting New Braunfels you will want to come to the center of town and visit the Plaza.  Brush up on how to enter and exit a roundabout before you get here. There are rules and yield and merge are very important!   In the center of the main plaza is the band stand. You may wan...

Property tax is handled differently in each state.   So when moving to a new state please find out how it's handled in that state.    Short sweet and to the point.  Consult a real estate professional when considering the affordability of a property.  Taxes are a huge factor.     I'm Karen Sanchez...

Again, I'm nagging!   My friends at Chicago Title put out an excellent email about what to watch out for and red flags of people trying to commit real estate fraud. Here are a few things to watch out for:Seller can't pick up the phone.  Only wants you to email them or text.Seller's address is the...

Sweeping across the Nation like the heat wave is the uptick of  real estate fraud.    I'm now hearing of transactions being completed!    Title and escrow are looking out for you.  But YOU need to help too.IF YOU GET A LETTER FROM AN ESCROW COMPANY OPEN IT!   YES!  I'M USING MY MOM VOICE!  I'M SE...

When is a request for repairs not a request for repairs? When an item is not broke, when it's functioning as expected, it might be old or outdated, it is a request for an upgrade. Other agents have more hysterical names for the request including wish list, Christmas list, and buyers having HGTV s...

Homeownership is a significant milestone in many people's lives. Here are some steps to guide you through the process of becoming a homeowner:Assess your financial situation: Determine your budget and financial readiness for homeownership. Consider your income, savings, credit score, and existing...

Foreclosure is a legal process by which a lender can reclaim a property when a borrower defaults on their mortgage payments. The foreclosure process in California typically involves the following steps: Pre-Foreclosure: When a borrower fails to make mortgage payments, the lender initiates the for...

If you are behind on your house payments in California, there are several steps you can take to address the situation and potentially avoid foreclosure. Here's a general guide on what you can do: Assess your financial situation: Take a close look at your income, expenses, and overall financial po...