Santa Clarita Real Estate and Short Sale Specialist

Why Today's Foreclosure Numbers Are Nothing Like 2008 You’ve likely seen headlines about the number of foreclosures climbing in today’s housing market.

What Are the Experts Saying About the Spring Housing Market? The housing market’s been going through a lot of change lately, and there’s been uncertainty surrounding what will happen this spring.

Why You May Want an Energy-Efficient Home [INFOGRAPHIC] Since inflation is increasing the cost of goods and services, it may make sense to look for an energy-efficient home.Energy prices have increased over the last year, so look for energy-efficient features in your home search.

What’s the Difference Between a Home Inspection and an Appraisal? If you're planning to buy a home, an inspection is an important step in the process.

5 Reasons Millennials Are Buying Homes In the United States, there are over 72 million millennials.

Home Inspections for Sellers: What You Need To Know [INFOGRAPHIC] The inspection is a major part of the home selling process.Many buyers used to waive inspections to be more competitive with their offer, but recently, inspections and repairs are becoming popular again.

Want To Sell Your House This Spring? Price It Right. Over the last year, the housing market’s gone through significant change. 

The Big Advantage If You Sell This Spring Thinking about selling your house?

The Key Advantage of Investing in a Home [INFOGRAPHIC] Buying a home is a major way to build wealth and gain financial stability.That’s why, across different income levels, the largest part of most homeowners’ net worth is their equity.

Trying To Buy a Home? Hang in There. We’re still in a sellers’ market.

Two Reasons You Should Sell Your House Wondering if you should sell your house this year? 

Facts About Closing Costs [INFOGRAPHIC] If you’re thinking about buying a home, be sure to plan for closing costs.Closing costs are typically 2% to 5% of the total purchase price of a home, and they can include things like government recording costs, appraisal fees, and more.

We’re in a Sellers’ Market. What Does That Mean? Even though activity in the housing market has slowed from the frenzy we saw over a year ago, today’s low supply of homes for sale is still a sellers’ market.

How Homeownership Is Life Changing for Many Women Throughout Women’s History Month, we reflect on the impact women have in our lives, and that includes impact on the housing market. 

Have You Thought About Why You Might Want To Sell Your House? [INFOGRAPHIC] If you’re on the fence about selling your house, it’s worth considering all the reasons why moving could make sense for you.If you find your home no longer meets your needs, it may be time to sell.

Reasons To Consider Condos in Your Home Search Are you having trouble finding a home that fits your needs and your budget? 

An Expert Gives You Clarity in Today’s Housing Market The housing market has been going through shifts lately.

Buying a Home May Make More Sense Than Renting [INFOGRAPHIC] Some HighlightsIf you’re trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home, there are a few things you should consider.Homeownership can help you escape the cycle of rising rents, builds your wealth, and serves as a hedge against inflation.

4 Tips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home Are you planning to buy a home this spring?

Could a Multigenerational Home Be the Right Fit for You? During the pandemic, many of us reexamined the meaning of home for ourselves and our loved ones. 

Where Will You Go After You Sell Your House? [INFOGRAPHIC] Some Highlights If you’re thinking of selling your house, be sure to explore all the options you have for your next home. Both newly built homes and existing homes offer plenty of unique benefits.

Equity Gains for Today’s Homeowners Today’s homeowners are sitting on significant equity, even as home price appreciation has eased recently. If you’re a homeowner, your net worth got a boost over the past few years thanks to rising home prices. Here’s what it means for you, even as the market moderates.

What You Should Know About Rising Mortgage Rates After steadily falling over the winter, mortgage rates have started to rise in recent weeks. This is concerning to some potential homebuyers as the combination of higher mortgage rates and higher prices have made homes less affordable. So, if you’re planning to purchase a home this year, you too m...

Checklist for Selling Your House This Spring [INFOGRAPHIC] Some Highlights As you get ready to sell your house, there are specific things you can add to your to-do list. These include decluttering, taking down personal photos and items, and power washing outdoor surfaces.

How To Make Your Dream of Homeownership a Reality According to a recent Harris Poll survey, 8 in 10 Americans say buying a home is a priority, and 28 million Americans actually plan to buy within the next 12 months. Homeownership provides many financial and nonfinancial benefits, so that interest is understandable.

The Two Big Issues the Housing Market’s Facing Right Now The biggest challenge the housing market’s facing is how few homes there are for sale. Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at First American, explains the root causes of today’s low supply:

The Spring Housing Market Could Be a Sweet Spot for Sellers [INFOGRAPHIC] Some Highlights The biggest challenge in the housing market is how few houses there are for sale compared to the number of people who want to buy. The number of homes for sale is up from last year but below pre-pandemic numbers, and that means we’re still in a sellers’ market.

Wondering What’s Going on with Home Prices? The recent changes in home prices are top of mind for many as the housing market begins gearing up for spring. It can be hard to navigate misleading headlines and confusing data, so here’s what you should know about today’s home prices.

What You Should Know About Closing Costs Before you buy a home, it’s important to plan ahead. While most buyers consider how much they need to save for a down payment, many are surprised by the closing costs they have to pay. To ensure you aren’t caught off guard when it’s time to close on your home, you need to understand what closi...

How To Win as a Buyer in Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC] Some Highlights In today’s housing market, you can still be the champion if you have the right team and strategy. To win as a buyer, you need to build your team, make strategic plays, consider what’s in and out of bounds, and stand out from the crowd.