Posts Tagged with ‘Real Estate Trends’
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The Great Debate: Dazzling Flip or Fixer Upper?
27 Jul 2015If you’re a first time buyer you’ve definitely come across the dazzling flips reputable developers have been cranking out all over NELA, specifically Highland Park. The top tier lookers sell for an average of 10% over asking, sometimes more. So why not pick up a fixer and do it yourself?
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How to Buy a House, Step 1: Loan Pre-Approval
03 Jun 2015You scour Curbed and DVR every home improvement show on HGTV. Your lease may be up for renewal and you’re probably wondering, why am I paying $2000 or more a month? Expecting a 2nd bundle of joy and wondering where to fit her in your 2BR? Have you contracted the I-want-to-buy-a-house bug and don’t know what to do? Before you do anything — go to open houses, Redfin every house around you and even contact an awesome agent, the very first thing you have to do is pre-qualify for a home loan. If a house looks good and is priced well in a decent neighborhood, it’s going to fly off the market. If you’re not armed with a pre-approval, you can kiss goodbye that charming bungalow you saw last weekend. So how does it work? It’s as easy as a 15-minute phone call or an email with either of my two incredibly awesome lenders. If you don’t dilly dally and send them everything they need, you can get your pre-approval letter the same day, write an offer and schedule the movers. Eddie Ajamian, NMLS #342821, Franklin Loan Center, Pasadena O: 626-219-7192 | C: 626-826-5225 | F: 626-605-2500
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An Argument for Buying the Not-So-Perfect House
18 May 2015Lately, there’s been a lot of conflicting information in the news about the state of the L.A. housing market. Is it good, bad, slowing down? Since I’m actually in the trenches, I assure you that it’s intense and the market is coming out and swinging. While some homes warrant the frenzy and prices being paid, many others don’t.
