Today we’re answering one Question, How’s the Desert Real Estate Market? IT’S A GOOD NEWS STORY FOR BOTH HOME BUYERS AND HOME SELLERS The Desert Real Estate Market is a Good News Story for both Home Buyers and Home Sellers. Prices in the Valley are up across […]
Should You Transfer Your Home Before Death? Many homeowners assume that transferring their home to their children or another family member before they pass away is a smart way to simplify their estate. Sometimes it is. Sometimes it isn’t. In fact, transferring title too early can create unexpected tax consequences that may cost your heirs […]
Private Mortgage Insurance benefits the lender if a borrower with less than a 20% down payment defaults on their loan. In this article, we explore ways borrowers can Eliminate Private Mortgage Insurance. Most conventional mortgages greater than 80% and all FHA loans require the borrower to carry Private Mortgage Insurance, (PMI). The PMI on […]
Tour de Palm Springs Charity Cycling Event Ride to make a difference! The Tour de Palm Springs has raised over $4,000,000 for Coachella Valley charities since 1999. More than 400 cyclists rode in the first event, known at that time as Spokes for Different Folks. Now, the Tour de Palm Springs Charity Cycling Event is […]
Support Local Coachella Valley Economy by Keeping it Local Shopping Local is more important than ever! Strong businesses are critical to the growth and sustainability of the Coachella Valley Economy, especially during these trying times of COVID restrictions. Businesses across the Nation and right here in the Valley are under a huge financial strain to […]
Making your First Offer your Best Offer is a strategy that may be difficult to understand until you’ve lost a few homes to better offers. The reality of this real estate market is there just aren’t many homes on the market. As competition from other Home Buyers heats up, different tactics are needed. It’s […]
The City of Palm Desert’s Art in Public Places Commission is looking for Artists for their latest project, the recently completed San Pablo Roundabout. The city is seeking applications from experienced Artists who would like to have their artwork featured in the newest Hot Spot in Downtown Palm Desert. Artists will compete for a […]
Many homeowners with a mortgage pay for two types of insurance but only one protects the owner. Homeowner’s insurance covers damage to your property and loss from fire, burglary, vandalism, and other named natural disasters written in the policy. When an insured has a loss, they file a claim with the insurance carrier for reimbursement […]
Should I Sell My House Now? If one of the questions you’re asking yourself today is, “Should I sell my house this year?” the current Housing Opportunities and Market Experience (HOME) Survey from the National Association of Realtors should boost your confidence as it relates to the current selling sentiment in the housing market. Even […]
What are the Chances of a Housing Foreclosure Crisis in 2021? Some are asking if the 2020 economic downturn will lead to another foreclosure crisis like the 2007 housing crash. There’s several differences, but one major difference is a robust forbearance program provided in the CARES ACT. During the housing crash of 2006-2008, many homeowners […]