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Posted on 01/13/2021

A Pre-Qualification Letter Doesn't Equal Being Pre-Approved

Photo by Tayeb Mezahdia via Pixabay When you start looking for your dream home, you need to know how much mortgage you will qualify for. Your real estate agent might ask you to get a pre-qualification letter. However, just because you are pre-qualified doesn’t mean that you will get the loan. You need a pre-approval for that, and...

Buying A Home

Preapproved

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Posted on 01/06/2021

Tips for Buying Raw Land

Image by Pexels from Pixabay Some of the best real estate investments are raw land purchases. The idea is to buy raw land in an up-and-coming neighborhood, sit on it, and then sell it to a developer who will do anything to get their hands on it. But while this sounds great, there are a few caveats that...

Land

Buyer Tips

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Posted on 01/01/2021

Diamond Bar, CA Real Estate Market Update

Click here to view Diamond Bar, CA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 12/30/2020

Planning for a Down Payment

Image by Monster Ztudio from Shutterstock It's time to find the perfect place of your own but becoming a property investor has one significant roadblock: a down payment. It’s something that can stop potential home buyers in their tracks. While winning the lottery or inheriting a windfall would be fabulous, you don’t need those luxuries before you can...

Mortgage Down Payment

Budgeting

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Posted on 12/23/2020

Host a Cost-Effective Housewarming Party

Image by Craig Adderley from Pexels What better way to unwind after all the stress of moving and settling into a new house than to have a housewarming party? It doesn’t matter if it’s going to be a large shindig or small party, a fancy dinner or a casual barbecue. Whatever the plan, a housewarming party is a...

Housewarming

Budgeting

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Posted on 12/16/2020

4 Easy Ways to Transform the Lighting in Your Home

Photo by James DeMers via Pixabay In most homes, the base lighting is drab and dull, often doing little to light up your life. Thankfully, it is quite easy to transform the lighting in your home and create the perfect atmosphere for your everyday activities. All you have to do is follow these four tips and watch as...

DIY

Lighting

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Posted on 12/09/2020

The Art of Mini-Staging: Small Touches that Give Your Space Life

Photo by p_kennedy123 via Pixabay You don't have to be an interior designer to bring color and life into a home when you put it on the market. And you certainly don't have to drop thousands of dollars to hire a professional stager, either. For most properties, a few staging basics can make all the difference between a...

Decor

Home Staging

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Posted on 12/02/2020

Diamond Bar, CA Real Estate Market Update

Click here to view Diamond Bar, CA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 12/02/2020

The Closing Process: What to Expect

Image by S K from Pixabay Buying a new home can be an exciting experience. Unfortunately, the closing can seem a little daunting if you are unsure about what to expect during the closing process. Below is a simple guide as to what you can expect during the closing of your first home. Knowing How Long the Process...

Closing On A Home

Buyer Tips

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Posted on 11/25/2020

How to Be Proactive About Selling Your Home

Image by mynemesis2011 from Pixabay If you're anticipating putting your home on the market soon and want to sell it as quickly as possible, you're probably thinking that the best way to accomplish this is to accept a major drop in price. Although it's true that price points can affect how quickly a property sells, you don't have...

Home Seller

Home Selling

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Posted on 01/07/2021

Another Property Sold - 25734 State Highway 189, Twin Peaks, CA 92391

Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - DRE# 01208179

Warning! This adorable doll house will endear and enchant you with its charming wood burning red brick fireplace, wood spiral staircase, cozy top floor a-frame bedrooms and its captivating location! One, large bedroom is located downstairs for those who do not wish to claim the steps. This charmer is surrounded by mature pine trees and sits on an oversized, level lot with possibilities of expansion. Even though it needs some cosmetic attention there are 1 year old laminate wood floors, new windows downstairs, remodeled bathroom, new water heater, 2 window unit air conditioners (2 yrs old), new pex plumbing from meter to the inside of the...

Real Estate

Twin Peaks

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Posted on 12/10/2020

Another Property Sold - 1520 Coulston Street #39, San Bernardino, CA 92408

Listed by Next Level Properties - DRE# 01992803

***GREAT PRICE** This condo will not last long !! Its within walking distance to Hospitality Lane and near shops, restaurants and lots of entertainment. It features good size bedrooms and 2 bathrooms both with skylights. The kitchen has granite counter top matching refrigerator, stove, microwave and dishwasher that are fairly new and gently used. All beautiful tile floors through-out the unit.. central air/heating. Laundry inside detached one car garage and there is an attached 1 car carport. Association fee includes: water, sewer, trash and landscaping. ***IT'S READY TO MOVE IN...

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