I've been advising people lately to think carefully about how long they want to hold onto their Southern California real estate. Those planning to buy right now should plan to keep their homes for 5 to 7 years and possibly longer. Why? It's lik...
I looked at combined data from CRMLS for Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, and Orange counties as a representative sample for Southern California, and here’s what I saw:
Prices: The median price in each county is up from last year an...
I recently read the book Just Listen, by Mark Goulston, which introduced me to the concept of "eyes-to-the-sky" questions -- the kind of questions that usually cause people to pause, look up a moment, and consider something in the bigger pictur...
As with most real estate and finance decisions, whether or not you should refinance depends on your personal situation. Here are some things to keep in mind as you consider your options:
Interest rates are currently hovering around all-time ...
With interest rates at a historic low, now could be a good time for you to take the plunge and buy a house! With high buyer demand and low housing inventory, there's a lot of competition out there, though! Here are some tips to help you succeed...
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The California Housing Finance Agency (CaIHFA) offers two layers of assistance that can substantially reduce the amount of cash needed for a first-time home purchase by helping out with both down payment and...
If you're thinking about selling your house, now is a great time -- even though we're in the middle of a pandemic! Buyer demand is high and inventory is low, which means that most houses on the market that are well-priced and well-marketed are ...
Some of us have lost a loved one, a job, or a business during the last year. Others have lost time, relationships, or their sense of purpose, hope, and direction. The present is painful, and the future looks bleak. What can we do to help people...
Happy December from the Hanson family!
We've been celebrating lots over here! Our oldest daughter, Ashlinn, turned 13 in the beginning of the month, and we celebrated with In-n-Out, Blaze Pizza, cake and ice cream, waffles, and Cheetos — p...
Many people feel underappreciated and undervalued by their bosses, co-workers, spouses, and children, and there's a chance that some people you're really grateful for may not fully experience how grateful you are. To help us communicate gratitu...
