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A Boomerang Buyer is one that has gone through a Short Sale, Foreclosure or Bankruptcy in the last few years and has been saving for a down-payment in preparation of the expiration of the waiting period, in order to once again qualify for a mortgage. Now that a lot of potential homeowners are bec...

The Federal Reserve, the central bank, signaled a shift in its view of the housing market, with the minutes of a policy meeting noting that “Signs of stronger housing activity were encouraging.” Solid readings in recent months on U.S. home sales and residential construction have led the central b...

There seems to be a growing chasm between what the public believes to be needed and what is actually needed to qualify for a residential home loan.A recent survey by Ipsos reported that: Two-thirds of those surveyed believe they need a very good credit score to buy a home, with 45 percent thinkin...

There has been much conversation regarding the lack of first time home buyers in today’s real estate market. However, three recent reports seem to suggest that they are now entering the market in increasing numbers. The most recent Existing Home Sales Report from the National Association of Realt...

RealtyTrac released its May 2015 U.S. Home & Foreclosure Sales Report, which shows 24.6 percent of all single family home and condo sales in May were all-cash purchases, down from 28.5 percent in the previous month and down from 30.4 percent a year ago to the lowest level since November 2009.The ...

The recent talk of Greece and its financial challenges has some questioning whether the U.S. could also return to the crisis we experienced in 2008. Some are looking at the rise in real estate values and wondering whether we are in the middle of another housing price bubble.What actually is a pri...

If you are one of the many homeowners out there who are debating putting their house on the market this year, don’t miss out on the great opportunity you have right now!The latest Existing Home Sales Report from The National Association of Realtors (NAR), reveals that the inventory of homes for s...

Happy 4th of July. As we take time to appreciate what 4th of July is all about it is also important to look forward. What do we seek going ahead? It seems that one of the most important things is the desire to be home owners. The infographic below shows some of the important statistics.

Yucaipa is experiencing an excessive heat watch. This means that a prolonged period of hot temperatures is expected. The City of Yucaipa has posted the following guide to help you stay safe.The hot temperatures will create a dangerous situation in which heat illnesses are possible. Drink plenty o...

A recent survey by Ipsos found that the American public is still somewhat confused about what is actually necessary to qualify for a home mortgage loan in today’s housing market. The study pointed out two major misconceptions that we want to address today. 1. Down PaymentThe survey revealed that ...