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How is the Housing Market in Los Angeles, California?
Los Angeles' population grows at a rate of 0.05% every year and with the city's vast sunny beaches, vibrant arts scene and diverse collection of neighborhoods, it's easy to see why. In 2020, Los Angeles was California's fastest-growing city by number of residents,...
Does a Mortgage Include Closing Costs?
The world of home lending is full of various types of loans, properties, taxes, fees and regulations. Understanding how these processes actually function can help you save both time and money on your next home purchase. During a home sale, multiple groups and...
What Are the Best Areas for Rental Income Properties in AZ?
Arizona is one of the best states to invest in when it comes to destinations that take full advantage of the natural beauty around them. The fact that sale prices for Arizona homes continued to grow even when the real estate market was rocked by Covid-19 is a...
What Are the Best Areas for Rental Income Properties in California?
Real estate in California has always been appealing and this year is no different. Even with the impact from the pandemic, the California real estate market is quickly picking up speed as new investors and families look to move somewhere more special after such a...
How Do VA Loans Work in Arizona?
One of the ways our government shows support for those who have served is through the offering of VA loans. VA home loans are a federally sponsored government programs created by the Department of Veterans Affairs, or VA, to help veterans and their families secure...
How Much Can I Borrow With a Jumbo Loan?
Purchasing a home is one of the biggest decisions one can make for themselves or their family. Choosing the ideal location is important, but when the prices start rising for more sought-after neighborhoods you may realize you need a larger loan than initially planned....
What Qualifies as a Jumbo Loan in Arizona?
Arizona is one of the most beautiful and nature-rich states to live in when it comes to the US. Having so much draw can create price surges on housing depending on the location within the state. As prices get higher, some listings will need a jumbo loan in order to...
Housing Trends in Washington
Washington is most often the state that comes to mind when someone mentions the Pacific Northwest. While it's up for debate whether Washington or Oregon is the most beautiful state in the region, Washington continues to attract more and more new movers every year....
What’s Happening With Seattle’s Housing Market?
The Pacific Northwest is one of the most sought after places to live in the US. Washington as a whole has seen house prices jumping up 23.3% compared to last year, with Seattle spiking even more. The trend isn't slowing down though, prompting many movers to speed up...
What Qualifies as a Jumbo Loan in California?
Jumbo loans are one of the best options when it comes to real estate that has prices higher than federal limits allow for conforming loans. While conforming loans are limited in amount due to being back by the government, jumbo loans are provided through private...
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