Real estate agents make daily recommendations to their clients about specifics in real estate dealings, including specific homes, offering community information and more. But what happens if you have clients who are buying or selling land? It’s not nearly the same transaction as a traditional...
Whether you’re purchasing a home for the first time or the fifth time, your inspection is one of the most important parts of the transaction. There are a number of things a real estate inspection covers, including reviewing the home in its entirety to shield...
According to a new report, most U.S. consumers fall short when it comes to reviewing their credit reports on an annual basis. When it comes to purchasing a big-ticket item like a home or a car, most people realize just how big of a part...
During the holidays, your energy bill can skyrocket thanks to holiday decor, more people in your home, and more. If you’re looking for ways to reduce your energy costs, here are five ideas! 1. For $250 to $800, an energy auditor can perform a detailed diagnosis...
Below are a couple great training opportunities that we are participating in. Please join us! Topic: Tips For A Smoother Business Opportunity Escrow. Presented by Frances Meron, business opportunity specialist for over 35 years. Date: November 28th Time: 9:00am – 10:30am Breakfast will be served Location: BHGLAAR 6330 San Vicente Boulevard,...
We are pleased to be hosting a short sale training event in Pasadena. Please join us! WHEN: November 1st, 8:30am WHERE: PFAR, University Club 175 N. Oakland Pasadena, CA 91101 PRESENTED BY: Jennifer Rose, Short Sale Facilitator, National Home Equity HOT TOPICS: * How to start a successful short sale * Document preparation/collection * Submitting a...
Mortgage servicers will soon undergo “Know Your Options Customer Care” training from Fannie Mae. The move comes as a way to establish better relationships between lenders and home owners. The program is geared toward servicer call center employees who spend the most time answering questions...
Many people don’t understand the Debt Relief Act, but this information can be quite powerful when helping you understand your tax liability. Under normal circumstances, when you borrow money from a commercial lender and they later cancel or forgive your debt, you have to include...
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are now requiring that loan providers who need more than 30-days to decide on a short-sale provide weekly status updates and make a final decision no later than 60-days after receiving an offer. Fannie and Freddie’s regulator, the Federal Housing Finance...
Back in 2008, a first-time homebuyer tax credit was established to help with the damage the housing crisis had created. The credit acted as a no-interest loan, and those who used it were able to pay it back over time in annual installments through their...
