GREETINGS!
Whatever your entertaining style, it’s time to break out the BBQ tools, dust off the outdoor furniture, put together a creative menu, and send out the invitations. Summer is here and the livin’ is easy!!
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We may be the early predictors, but in our opinion the market is finally showing some signs of cooling off. Homes are staying on the market longer, and we’re even seeing some price reductions. Sellers will have to scale back their expectations of lightning-fast sales and wildly inflated offer prices. Buyers may actually have a breathing space to inspect properties if they wish before making the hard commitment to purchase.
Of course, everything is relative, and prices here in the Bay Area will always be high given our quality of life and economic conditions. However, if you or someone you know is currently renting and anxious to purchase a home, now would be the right time to begin the process.
Here is the blog article we wrote regarding renting vs. buying. We hope it’s helpful to you. Give us a call if you wish to discuss your own particular situation.
The Trap of Renting rather than Buying
[This BLOG post focuses on the purchase side of real estate. We understand that many of you already own a home. But we have included you because
a. It is always good information to know and,
b. All of you know others who may be hesitating to purchase and just need to understand the factors that should be considered before deciding NOT to purchase and continuing to rent.]
b. All of you know others who may be hesitating to purchase and just need to understand the factors that should be considered before deciding NOT to purchase and continuing to rent.]
THE TAX BENEFITS;
THE POTENTIAL APPRECIATION FACTOR
THE PAYING DOWN OF THE MORTGAGE
OWNING A HOME THAT LETS YOU DECIDE WHAT COLOR TO PAINT, WHAT CHANGES TO
THE POTENTIAL APPRECIATION FACTOR
THE PAYING DOWN OF THE MORTGAGE
OWNING A HOME THAT LETS YOU DECIDE WHAT COLOR TO PAINT, WHAT CHANGES TO
MAKE TO THE PROPERTY TO FIT YOUR NEEDS, ETC.
Copyright 2016 Nick Lymberis and Barbara Lymberis
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NEWS YOU CAN USE:
We’re always looking for info to help protect our clients, and this is actually critical:
Scammers phish for mortgage closing costs
March 18, 2016
by
Colleen Tressler
Consumer Education Specialist, FTC
Buying a home is exciting. You saved for the down payment, scheduled the move, and are dreaming of planting new roots. Closing is right around the corner… unless a scammer gets your settlement fees first.
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