real estate: Investment Property in Long Beach, CA
- 09/04/20 02:00 PM
Looking for an investment property in Southern California? Look no further! This fantastic property has two homes on one lot! Plus the blend of vintage character and modern updates in both homes is outstanding. For more information, please watch the video below, then head to our website HERE for professional videos, photos, and a 3D Matterport Tour. Listed for sale at just $1,150,000.
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real estate: The Ins and Outs of Reverse Mortgages
- 02/27/20 03:22 PM
What is a Reverse Mortgage?In simple terms, a reverse mortgage allow homeowners to take part of the equity and convert it into payments to themselves. Instead of a regular mortgage, where you pay the lender every month to buy a home over time, with a reverse mortgage, you get a loan where the lender pays you. This is a financing option for qualifying homeowners age 62 and above.
There are three types of reverse mortgages: single purpose reverse mortgages, offered by some state and local government agencies or non-profits; proprietary reverse mortgages, which are private loans; or federally insured reverse mortgages, also … (2 comments)
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real estate: 4 Reasons To Buy A Home
- 01/15/20 12:04 PM
We often talk about the financial reasons to buy a home. But often, the emotional reasons are the more powerful, or compelling reasons. The Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University performs a study every year surveying participants for the reasons that American’s feel are most important in regards to homeownership.
The top 4 reasons to buy a home cited by respondents were not financial.
1. It means having a good place to raise children & provide them with a good education
From the best neighborhoods to the best school districts, even those without children at the time of purchasing their home may have this in the … (0 comments)
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real estate: 5 Simple Ways To Organize Your Home For The New Year
- 01/02/20 12:26 PM
You did it. You made it through the holidays and now it's time to get organized for the new year. However, where do you start? If organizing your home has you feeling overwhelmed, don’t fret. Here are 5 simple ways to help you organize your home!
1. Declutter The first step in any organization project should always be clearing out the clutter. This doesn’t just mean that you should throw away items that are obviously trash. You should also go through all of your actual belongings and get rid of everything that’s not absolutely essential.
Helpful Tips: Make three piles: throw out, donate, and keep.
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real estate: The 2020 Real Estate Projections That May Surprise You
- 01/02/20 12:00 PM
This will be an interesting year for residential real estate. With a presidential election taking place this fall and talk of a possible recession occurring before the end of the year, predicting what will happen in the 2020 U.S. housing market can be challenging. As a result, taking a look at the combined projections from the most trusted entities in the industry when it comes to mortgage rates, home sales, and home prices is incredibly valuable – and they may surprise you.
Mortgage RatesProjections from the experts at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), Fannie Mae, and … (2 comments)
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real estate: What To Do Now To Sell In 2020
- 12/19/19 10:15 AM
Selling your house is a monumental event. And often the hardest thing to do is get ready. If you’re considering selling your home sometime in 2020, start early. Now is a great time to begin planning and get a few things in order.
Step One: Find out what your home is worth. Once you’ve determined the estimated market value for your home, you can compare your property to other houses for sale in the neighborhood and figure out the ways in which your house is special. Check out out our free and easy valuation tool.
Step Two: Consider where you’d like to move. Put … (1 comments)
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real estate: 9 Step Guide to FSBO
- 12/11/19 10:46 AM
Selling your home is a huge decision. After quite a bit of research on local realtors in your area and how long the selling process you may feel that it’s better to sell your home yourself. FSBO, also known as For Sale By Owner, is when you sell your home without the help of a Realtor or licensed professional. By doing FSBO, you can avoid paying commission, working with an agent, and you have complete control over your listing.
If you know you’re ready to sell your home but not sure where to start, we made a step by step guide on … (0 comments)
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real estate: How Long You Should Live In Your Home Before You Sell It?
- 09/10/19 02:23 PM
Whether you just moved in or have lived in your home for 50 years, it's common to wonder how long you should stay in your home before you sell it. According to the National Association of Realtors®, ten years is the average amount of time that a homeowner will stay in their home before deciding to sell it.
If you're under ten years and itching to sell, many experts say you should follow the “five-year rule” and stay in the same home for at least five years before selling.
This may sound like a long time and you may think you are ready … (0 comments)
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real estate: 2310 Myrtle Avenue, Long Beach CA
- 11/07/18 10:06 AM
Two 1-Bedroom Units & One 3 Bedroom Unit
2310 Myrtle Avenue, Long Beach CA 90806
This triplex is a great opportunity for an investor or multiple families. Situated in the heart of Long Beach, this property boasts plenty of off-street parking and spacious units. Tax records show a total 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, but the owner's unit in the rear was reconfigured into a 3 bedroom for a total of 5 bedrooms. Rear unit has large uncovered parking space with access off the alley, and front units also have uncovered parking with room for 2+ cars each. It is just blocks away … (2 comments)
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real estate: Buying a Home: Step 4 is to Compare Homes
- 11/05/18 05:05 PM
Starting to compare homes is Step 4 of the home buying process. By now, you should have gotten pre-approved for a loan, looked at neighborhoods, created your wishlist, and chosen your Realtor. You know what you are looking for and what you can afford, but with so many choices, how do you know which house is the right one? These comparison tips will help you in your search.
Try to compare similar homes
Every home is different, but chances are during your search you will come across homes that are similar. Compare these to each other. As the saying goes, “Don’t compare … (0 comments)
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real estate: 4429 Knoxville Ave., Lakewood CA
- 10/05/18 12:08 PM
Traditional Lakewood Home
4429 Knoxville Aveune, Lakewood CA 90713
Welcome to this traditional home on a beautiful tree-lined street in Lakewood.
Enter into a nice open-concept floor plan with a brick-framed fireplace in the living room.
The kitchen has wood floors and cabinets and a sliding glass door leading outside to the sparkling pool and spa.
This home has three bedrooms and two bathrooms.
And a spacious pool and spa.
Additional features include solar panels, central heating and air, along with wood laminate flooring in the living and dining rooms. There is also a two-car attached garage with washer and dryer hookups and a cemented side yard. This … (3 comments)
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real estate: Buying a Home Step 3: Finding a Realtor & Buyers' Consultation
- 08/20/18 04:08 PM
Choosing a Realtor, and having a consultation with them is a crucial step in finding your future home. It is Step 3 of the home buying process, so by this point, you may have gotten pre-approved, scoped out potential neighborhoods, and created your wishlist. (If not, a good Realtor can help you with those steps.)
Even if you have a good understanding of what you are looking for, but you shouldn’t do it alone. Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases a person can make, and you want a knowledgeable agent who can help you every step of the way.
Finding … (2 comments)
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real estate: Buying A Home: Step 1 is Getting Pre-Approved
- 07/26/18 01:00 PM
For many people, the thought of buying a home may seem daunting because of how many steps are required. However, if you break it down into multiple steps, the process isn’t that difficult. Over the next few weeks, we’ll be providing you with instructions for buying a home, step by step. The first step of the home buying process? Getting pre-approved for a mortgage loan.
What does Pre-Approval mean?
A pre-approval means that a lender has reviewed your documentation, including your assets, income, and credit to determine how much you will qualify for to purchase your home. A pre-approval is stronger than … (0 comments)
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real estate: The Impact of Rising Interest Rates on Housing Demand
- 07/26/18 12:48 PM
Since the beginning of the year, mortgage interest rates have risen over a half of a percentage point (from 3.95% to 4.52%), according to Freddie Mac. Even a small rise in interest rates can greatly impact a buyer’s monthly mortgage payment.
First American recently released the results of their quarterly Real Estate Sentiment Index (RESI), in which they surveyed title and real estate agents across the country about the impact of rising rates on first-time homebuyers.
Real estate professionals around the country have not noticed a slowdown in demand for housing among young buyers; nearly 93% of all first-time homebuyers last quarter were … (0 comments)
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real estate: The Cost of Waiting to Buy a Home
- 07/26/18 10:43 AM
Buying a home can seem overwhelming, and with interest rates and prices rising, sometimes potential buyers simply put off their plans without realizing the cost of waiting.
Whether it’s because it’s daunting to take the first step or due to a desire to save more money before buying, we frequently hear “We’ve decided to wait a while.”
Yet with prices climbing as quickly as they have been, it’s hard to save at a rate that will outpace price increases. And even if prices didn’t go up as they’re expected to, a rise in interest rates could mean the monthly payment on the home … (0 comments)
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real estate: Just Listed: 1068 Ximeno Ave., Long Beach CA
- 07/23/18 01:03 PM
Stunning Zaferia Home
1068 Ximeno Avenue, Long Beach CA 90804
Listed at $775,000
Open House Saturday, August 4th from 1-4PM
Built in 2007, this stunning 2-story home sits near Recreation Park in Long Beach. A two-car attached garage with a large driveway offers plenty of off-street parking.
Inside you’ll find rich hardwood floors, and a well-thought-out floor plan.
The well-appointed kitchen features plentiful wood cabinets with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large island and walk-in pantry.
An eating area open to the back patio.
Upstairs are four bedrooms and two full baths. The spacious master has a luxurious en suite bath with a jetted tub, separate shower, and … (2 comments)
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real estate: Just Listed! 4345 Hazelbrook Avenue, Long Beach CA
- 06/27/18 03:07 PM
Two-story Craftsman Home
Priced at $1,100,000
4345 Hazelbrook Avenue, Long Beach CA 90808
Open House Saturday, June 30th from 12-4PM
Check out the 3-D Virtual Tour & Video Below!
Built in 2012, this two-story Craftsman home has a beautiful blend of timeless traditional features and modern luxury. Downstairs, you’ll find a formal living room with French doors leading to the front porch, plus a spacious family room that opens to both the back yard, and the formal dining room.
With a massive island, quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, and abundant shaker style cabinets, the kitchen is a chef’s dream.
The master and another bedroom … (3 comments)
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real estate: Just Listed! 6700 Daneland Street, Lakewood CA
- 06/06/18 12:34 PM
Vintage Lakewood Home
6700 Daneland Street, Lakewood CA 90713
Check out our video below!
Welcome to this charming vintage Lakewood home on an 8,485 sq. ft. lot at the end of a cul-de-sac in a great neighborhood! A large yard with mature landscaping surrounds this spacious home, which has had only one owner. The front yard is well manicured with brick and wrought iron fencing and a charming “wishing well” to greet you.
Inside, you’ll find gleaming hardwood floors, and a step-down family room. Rich wood paneling and accents can be found throughout the home.
The galley style kitchen is large enough to accommodate an … (4 comments)
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real estate: Just Sold: 835 Locust Ave. #223, Long Beach
- 05/31/18 11:26 AM
Who You Hire Matters
Our clients Denis and Leon entrusted us to sell their beautiful loft in the Temple Lofts, and our marketing generated multiple offers in the first week, resulting in a sales price of $52,000 above the listing price.
Unit #319, with 1785 sq. ft., sold for $595,407 in March, after being on the market for 86 days. Unit #423, which had the same 1697 sq. ft. floor plan as our listing, sold for $610,000 in March. We listed Unit #223 for $665,000 in April. With two outdoor spaces and numerous upgrades, we believed the market would support a higher price … (4 comments)
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real estate: Just Listed! 16611 Jeanette Avenue, Cerritos
- 05/29/18 04:51 PM
Gorgeously Updated Cerritos Home
Priced at $980,000
16611 Jeanette Avenue, Cerritos CA 90703
Take a Virtual Walk-Through Using Our 3-D Tour Below!
Rare opportunity to purchase a beautiful, spacious Green Brook home on a cul de sac within walking distance of Whitney High School and Wittman Elementary School. The current owners have meticulously upgraded this home inside and out, and you’ll be delighted with all the bells and whistles.
Just past the slate walkway and stately front door, you’ll enter to a view of the classic wooden staircase as well as the gracious living room with hardwood floors and a fireplace with custom mantel.
The living … (3 comments)
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Looking for an investment property in Southern California? Look no further! This fantastic property has two homes on one lot! Plus the blend of vintage character and modern updates in both homes is outstanding. For more information, please watch the video below, then head to our website HERE for professional videos, photos, and a 3D Matterport Tour. Listed for sale at just $1,150,000.
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