A total of 143,105 properties nationwide received a foreclosure filing—default notice, scheduled auction, or bank repossession—in the third quarter of this year, the lowest level since the second quarter of 2005, ATTOM Data Solutions reports in its latest Foreclosure Market Report. U.S. foreclosure activity is now 49% below the prerecession average of 278,912 between the first … Read More “Foreclosures Fall to Lowest Level Since 2005” »
With mortgage rates around their lowest levels in three years, it’s likely to be a big weekend for lenders — who already have their hands full. “Refinance demand has surged due to historically low interest rates,” says Alan Rosenbaum, founder and CEO of GuardHill Financial Corp., a mortgage banker and brokerage firm in New York. Homeowners have … Read More “Low Mortgage Rates Could Mean a Busy Weekend for Borrowing” »
First time home buyers can put as little as 3% down and get conventional financing (no longer confined to the FHA only box). And there are no prohibitive restrictions; in fact if two people are buying a home, only one of them need be a first time buyer. Standard FannieMae underwriting guidelines and standard PMI … Read More “3% Down Conventional Mortgage Loans Are For Real” »
Wonderful bright 3-bedroom & 2-bath home, approx. 1700 sf, has den that could be-4th bedroom option. Updated kitchen & baths, the great room has vaulted ceilings & opens to kitchen & dining area! Large broad lot with in-ground pool, patio to entertain, and 3-car tandem like garage/storage option. Side RV access as well! Turn key … Read More “SOLD – 845 Berea Drive Turlock Home 3 bed 2 bath 1,695 sq.ft.” »
The security of a neighborhood should be a high priority when selecting your dream home. It’s imperative that you do the appropriate research to make sure you’ll feel secure in your new neighborhood. You’ll likely want to try to eliminate as many dangers and threats as possible, especially if you have a family or plan on … Read More “How to Determine if the Neighborhood Where You’re Buying a House is Safe” »
Property Description for 3131 Colorado Ave, Turlock CA 95382 Approx. (58,806 sf) 1.35 acres at corner of E. Monte Vista & Colorado Avenues, zoned R-3 (multiple Residential). Tenative approval for Planned Development with 12 single-family units. Site plan available. Medical or Professional Offices posible with rezoning (see City of Turlock Planning Dept). Great location for … Read More “SOLD – 3131 Colorado Ave. Turlock” »
The week of Sept. 22, which marks the beginning of fall, is the best time of year to buy a home, according to a new realtor.com® analysis. Buyers tend to find less competition, more inventory, and the biggest reductions on list price during that week, according to the study, which evaluated housing data in 53 … Read More “‘Black Friday’ for Home Buying Is Near” »
Property Description for 1700 Simon Dr, Turlock CA 95382 Charming updated 4 bedroom Tudor styled home in quiet east Turlock neighborhood, approx. 3277, includes formal living room, dining room, family room with fireplace, large den with electric fireplace, upstairs master suite/retreat, & downstairs bedroom. Comfortable back yard has two patios, pool & spa, and side … Read More “SOLD – 1700 SIMON DR Turlock Homes” »
President Donald Trump has called on the U.S. Federal Reserve to drop interest rates to zero, or even negative, at its next meeting on Sept. 17. That has sparked several discussions this week on how that could impact the housing market. For one, that could mean cheaper mortgages for home buyers, housing analysts say. While … Read More “Could Mortgage Rates Really Drop to Zero?” »
Great building lot in Larkfield Estates, approx. 11, 600 sf near intersection of Old Redwood Hwy and Mark West Springs Road in Santa Rosa.