steven galindo: Home Buyers...FHA Is Here So Get Off Your Duff And Buy A House!!! - 07/09/08 11:31 AM
Home Buyers...FHA Is Here So Get Off Your Duff And Buy A House!!!
 Yes I know that sounds drastic, but I submit the following for your consideration.
If you have been thinking about buying a house but you are "on the fence", let me recommend that you jump off the fence.  FHA (Federal Housing Administration) has raised the limits of their Federally Insured Loans to $729,750 in high cost metropolitan areas such as Pasadena, Eagle Rock, South Pasadena, Altadena, Highland Park and their surrounding communities.  Previously, FHA's loan limits were at $362,790.  The change in loan limits will help provide economic … (5 comments)

steven galindo: Home Sellers...Beware Of The Agent That Says "I Can Get You More Money" - 07/08/08 01:11 PM
When it comes time to interview agents, you may want to be weary of the agent that is telling you that they can get you a higher price than the other agents are quoting you.  Many times an agent will mislead a home seller by telling them that they can get a higher price for them, only to ask for a price reduction in the future because the property is NOT SELLING.  If that agent is so convinced that they can get you a higher price, then ask them to put a clause in the listing contract that will allow to cancel … (2 comments)

steven galindo: Home Sellers....Ask Yourself This Critical Question - 07/08/08 12:23 PM
Do I Want To Sell? OR Do I Need To Sell?
These 2 questions will probably determine whether your home will sell or not.  All too often people that want to sell price their property above market value, this is a grand mistake because you will be competing with sellers who "need to sell" and have priced their property at (or below) market value.  I am not recommending that sellers give their property away by pricing it too low, but I do recommend that they price their property at market value.  Buyers determine home values by comparison shopping.  They look at the price of … (1 comments)

steven galindo: Why Should A Home Buyer Hire A "Buyer's Agent"? - 07/08/08 11:11 AM
Why should a home buyer hire a "buyer's agent"?
 
1.  A buyer's agent can help you find most properties for sale in your price range and city of choice.  An experience agent can tailor a search just for you. 
2.  A buyer's agent can handle all the details involved in buying a home.
3.  A buyer's agent will answer any and all of your real estate questions.
4.  An experienced agent has the skills to negotiate in "your best interest" at all times to get you the best deal possible
5.  A buyer's agent will be in frequent communications with … (3 comments)

steven galindo: What To DEMAMD (from your real estate agent) When Selling Your Home - 07/08/08 10:50 AM
What to demand (from your real estate agent) when selling your home...
What's the biggest fear when a home owner lists their property with a real estate agent?  It's simple.  They worry about being stuck with an incompetent agent that makes them sign a lengthy listing contract.  That's why you should demand your agent to to place a clause in the listing contract that will allow you to cancel the listing at anytime, for any reason, providing that you supply a written notice (to the agent) requesting the cancellation.
Any experienced, confident and competent agent should have no problem with you cancelling the … (3 comments)

steven galindo: Is It A Good Time To Buy A Home? - 07/08/08 09:25 AM
Is it a good time to buy a home? ABSOLUTELY!!!
Owning a home is like having a saving plan you didn't know you had.  Home ownership is key to building long term wealth. According to the Ferderal Reserve Survey Of Consumer Finances the average homeowners net worth is $171,000.  That's 46 TIMES that of a the average renters net worth of $4,800. 
Most areas are experiencing a buyer's market.  More and more home-sellers are very flexible with their asking price and some are willing to pay for the buyers loan fees which could add up to many thousands of dollars.  That's right; … (2 comments)

steven galindo: Real Estate Market Update Altadena, June 2008 - 07/07/08 12:47 PM
Real Estate Market Update For The City Of
Altadena, Ca, 91001
Month Of June 2008
 
In my endless pursuit to keep my friends, family and past clients updated in the Real Estate Market, I am submitting to you the following statistics for the city of Altadena. 
 
The following is the criteria I used;
 
Property Type: Residential
 
Property Subtypes: Condominium, Planned Unit Development (PUD), Single Family Residence, Townhouse
 
Properties that have opened escrow for the month: 31
Average days on the market for properties that have opened escrow: 106
Minimum price of properties that have opened escrow: $232,000
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steven galindo: Real Estate Market Update Highland Park 90042, June 2008 - 07/07/08 12:42 PM
Real Estate Market Update For The City Of
Highland Park, Ca, 90042
Month Of June 2008
 
In my endless pursuit to keep my friends, family and past clients updated in the Real Estate Market, I am submitting to you the following statistics for the city of Highland Park. 
 
The following is the criteria I used;
 
Property Type: Residential
 
Property Subtypes: Condominium, Planned Unit Development (PUD), Single Family Residence, Townhouse
 
Properties that have opened escrow for the month: 8
Average days on the market for properties that have opened escrow: 119
Minimum price of properties that have opened … (0 comments)

steven galindo: Real Estate Market Update Eagle Rock, June 2008 - 07/07/08 12:37 PM
Real Estate Market Update For The City Of
Eagle Rock, Ca, 90041
Month Of June 2008
 
In my endless pursuit to keep my friends, family and past clients updated in the Real Estate Market, I am submitting to you the following statistics for the city of Eagle Rock. 
 
The following is the criteria I used;
 
Property Type: Residential
 
Property Subtypes: Condominium, Planned Unit Development (PUD), Single Family Residence, Townhouse
 
Properties that have opened escrow for the month: 9
Average days on the market for properties that have opened escrow: 59
Minimum price of properties that have opened … (0 comments)

steven galindo: Real Estate Market Update Pasadena 91107, June 2008 - 07/07/08 12:23 PM
Real Estate Market Update For The City Of
Pasadena, Ca, 91107
Month Of June 2008
 
In my endless pursuit to keep my friends, family and past clients updated in the Real Estate Market, I am submitting to you the following statistics for the city of Pasadena. 
 
The following is the criteria I used;
 
Property Type: Residential
 
Property Subtypes: Condominium, Planned Unit Development (PUD), Single Family Residence, Townhouse
 
Properties that have opened escrow for the month: 11
Average days on the market for properties that have opened escrow: 53
Minimum price of properties that have opened escrow: $314,000
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steven galindo: Real Estate Market Update Pasadena 91106, June 2008 - 07/07/08 12:16 PM
Real Estate Market Update For The City Of
Pasadena, Ca, 91106
Month Of June 2008
 
In my endless pursuit to keep my friends, family and past clients updated in the Real Estate Market, I am submitting to you the following statistics for the city of Pasadena. 
 
The following is the criteria I used;
 
Property Type: Residential
 
Property Subtypes: Condominium, Planned Unit Development (PUD), Single Family Residence, Townhouse
 
Properties that have opened escrow for the month: 9
Average days on the market for properties that have opened escrow: 66
Minimum price of properties that have opened escrow: $285,000
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steven galindo: Real Estate Market Update Pasadena 91101, June 2008 - 07/07/08 12:11 PM
Real Estate Market Update For The City Of
Pasadena, Ca, 91101
Month Of June 2008
 
In my endless pursuit to keep my friends, family and past clients updated in the Real Estate Market, I am submitting to you the following statistics for the city of Pasadena. 
 
The following is the criteria I used;
 
Property Type: Residential
 
Property Subtypes: Condominium, Planned Unit Development (PUD), Single Family Residence, Townhouse
 
Properties that have opened escrow for the month: 10
Average days on the market for properties that have opened escrow: 54
Minimum price of properties that have opened escrow: $330,000
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steven galindo: Real Estate Market Update Pasadena 91104, June 2008 - 07/07/08 12:05 PM
Real Estate Market Update For The City Of
Pasadena, Ca, 91104
Month Of June 2008
 
In my endless pursuit to keep my friends, family and past clients updated in the Real Estate Market, I am submitting to you the following statistics for the city of Pasadena. 
 
The following is the criteria I used;
 
Property Type: Residential
 
Property Subtypes: Condominium, Planned Unit Development (PUD), Single Family Residence, Townhouse
 
Properties that have opened escrow for the month: 9
Average days on the market for properties that have opened escrow: 40
Minimum price of properties that have opened escrow: $255,000
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steven galindo: Real Estate Market Update Pasadena 91105, June 2008 - 07/07/08 12:01 PM
Real Estate Market Update For The City Of
Pasadena, Ca, 91105
Month Of June 2008
 
In my endless pursuit to keep my friends, family and past clients updated in the Real Estate Market, I am submitting to you the following statistics for the city of Pasadena. 
 
The following is the criteria I used;
 
Property Type: Residential
 
Property Subtypes: Condominium, Planned Unit Development (PUD), Single Family Residence, Townhouse
 
Properties that have opened escrow for the month: 10
Average days on the market for properties that have opened escrow: 65
Minimum price of properties that have opened escrow: $678,000
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steven galindo: Real Estate Market Update For Pasadena 91103, June 2008 - 07/07/08 11:53 AM
Real Estate Market Update For The City Of
Pasadena, Ca, 91103
Month Of June 2008
 
In my endless pursuit to keep my friends, family and past clients updated in the Real Estate Market, I am submitting to you the following statistics for the city of Pasadena. 
 
The following is the criteria I used;
 
Property Type: Residential
 
Property Subtypes: Condominium, Planned Unit Development (PUD), Single Family Residence, Townhouse
 
Properties that have opened escrow for the month: 12
Average days on the market for properties that have opened escrow: 67
Minimum price of properties that have opened escrow: $280,500
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steven galindo: Real Estate Market Update For Pasadena, August 2007 - 09/07/07 12:31 PM
Real Estate Market Update For Pasadena, Aug 07
Real Estate Market Update For The City Of
Pasadena, Ca
Month Of August, 2007
 
In my endless pursuit to keep my friends, family and past clients updated in the Real Estate Market, I am submitting to you the following statistics for the city of Pasadena. 
 
The following is the criteria that I used;
 
Property Type: Residential
 
Property Subtypes: Condominium, Planned Unit Development (PUD), Single Family Residence, Townhouse
 
Properties that have opened escrow for the month: 39
Average days on the market for properties that have opened escrow: 61
Minimum price of properties that have opened escrow: $289,000
Average price of properties that have … (0 comments)

steven galindo: Real Estate Market Update For Montecito Heights, 90031, June 2007 - 07/05/07 09:48 AM
Real Estate Market Update For The City Of
Montecito Heights, Ca, 90042
Month Of June 2007
 
In my endless pursuit to keep my friends, family and past clients updated in the Real Estate Market, I am submitting to you the following statistics for the city of Montecito Heights. 
 
The following is the criteria I used;
 
Property Type: Residential
 
Property Subtypes: Condominium, Planned Unit Development (PUD), Single Family Residence, Townhouse
 
 
Properties that have sold for the month:  1
Average days a property was on the market before it sold: 148
Average price of properties that have recently sold: $380,000
Number of properties listed for the month: 9
Minimum price for properties … (0 comments)

 

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