When you’re looking to buy a home, you obviously want to make sure you’re getting the best deal possible. One of the biggest factors you should consider when weighing your options is when it will be the right time to buy. Depending on the timing and demand for homes in your neighborhood, the price you … Read More “What is a Buyer’s Market?” »
When you’re ready to buy a house, it’s easy to get so excited about purchasing a new home that calculating the money you’ll pay in interest on a mortgage loan isn’t at the top of your list. It should be, though. Depending on the interest rate and size of the mortgage, over a 30-year loan term, you could … Read More “7 Ways to Save Thousands on Your Mortgage” »
Mortgage rate forecast for next week (Sept. 26-30) Mortgage rates are up for the fifth week in a row, with the average 30-year fixed rate reaching 6.29% on Sept. 22. This quarter-point growth came on the heels of another big rate hike by the Federal Reserve. At its recent meeting, the Fed signaled further rate increases in 2022 … Read More “Expert mortgage rate predictions for October” »
Find how to get financial help with paying utility bills in California. Most of the gas, electric, water, and utility companies in California offer assistance programs, discounts, or payment plans for families. They may give grants, abatements, reconnection help, and other financial assistance for electric bills. Some local cities, counties, and towns may also be … Read More “Utility and energy bill assistance programs in California” »
Buying an old house can pose challenges. With smart planning and the right renovations, you can enjoy the rewards of living in a historic home. Buying an old house can help you get into a desirable neighborhood or afford a larger home, not to mention potentially preserving a piece of history. But houses built decades … Read More “What You Should Consider Before Buying an Old House” »
Unique 4 bedroom & 3 bath home with two master suites and guest quarter possibility. The property also includes a detached office building suited for live-work opportunities from home — or craft/hobby space! All situated on a 1/2 acre lot — in a park-like setting! The home includes an updated kitchen, real wood flooring, a … Read More “SOLD – 2212 E Hawkeye Ave. Turlock” »
Nestled in sought-after Peacock Estates, this single-story beauty is situated on a spacious Southern facing lot and boasts over 2, 800 sq. ft. of living space, 3-car garage, and built-in swimming pool! The well executed interior is a perfect place to gather with a spacious floor plan that includes a formal dining room, den, great … Read More “SOLD – 1703 Anning Dr. Turlock” »
If you’re looking to buy or sell a house, chances are you’ve heard talk about today’s rising home prices. And while this increase in home values is great news for sellers, you may be wondering what the future holds. Will prices continue to rise with time, or should you expect them to fall? To answer that … Read More “What Does the Future Hold for Home Prices?” »
This summer, my husband and I decided to put our 1,200-square-foot Spanish-style bungalow in San Diego up for sale. Naturally, this involved meeting with a host of real estate professionals—all of whom agreed that to sell our charming little home for the price we wanted, we needed to stage it. But it wasn’t as simple … Read More “How to Stage Your Home While Living in It (Without Losing Your Mind)” »
Nearly 1,800 sq. ft., this home has vaulted ceilings and lots of natural light. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms including the primary bedroom with spacious en suite bath. This spacious home includes a formal living and dining room, separate family room open to kitchen and breakfast nook, inside laundry room, and window shutters … Read More “SOLD – 2533 Mill Oak Dr, Modesto” »