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July 27, 2019
Summer is a great time for music! Grab friends, family and a picnic – then go check out one of these free summer concerts. Point Loma Summer Concerts. Select dates at Point Loma Park (1049 Catalina Boulevard). https://www.plconcerts.org/ Bird Park Summer Concerts. Select Saturdays in July and August. 5:30-7:30 pm. Bird Park, 28th and Thorn Street (next to Morley Field.) http://www.explorenorthpark.com/post/bird-park-summer-concerts Coronado Summer Concert Series. Sundays, through Sept. 1, 6 pm. Spreckels Park, 7th […]
April 8, 2019
Homebuyers won big last week as the industry saw the lowest mortgage rates since January 2018. Recent numbers from Freddie Mac reported the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage fell to 4.06% percent with an average 0.5 point for the week ending March 28, 2019. Why are mortgage rates taking a nose dive? Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist, Sam Khater, explains that this low point is a crucial indicator that […]
January 23, 2019
From Rentometer.com: Whether you are renting a vacation home to travelers or a group of apartments in a building, a rental property insurance policy is essential. This type of insurance protects your business and your property in case of disaster, from floods to hurricanes to theft. Before you finalize the purchase of a rental property insurance policy, however, it is important to understand exactly what it covers, how you can […]
January 4, 2019
How does the current government shut-down affect the mortgage market? A recent article on Forbes.com outlines four ways the shutdown really does impact the mortgage market. Read the full story here. 1) Lower rates may be due to the shutdown 2) FHA loans will be affected 3) I.R.S. documents out of reach 4) A weaker U.S. housing market
December 21, 2018
Buying a new home at any age can be an exciting, yet daunting, endeavor. Seniors looking for a retirement property in Escondido don’t have to approach the process alone. A qualified real estate agent can ensure you see the properties that meet your needs and consider important factors you might not have thought of. Here are just some things seniors may want to mull over when shopping for a new […]
October 26, 2018
The market is shifting. Sales are down and inventory is up. The proposed interest rate hike will slow the sales down more. If you are thinking of selling now is the time.
September 28, 2018
Imagine buying a property with bitcoin proceeds and then finding out the IRS wants 20%. The IRS has made it clear over the last few years that bitcoin and other digital assets are on its radar. In 2018, the IRS released a notice to remind taxpayers that crypto transactions have tax implications. Read the full article HERE.
September 5, 2018
The San Diego City Council recently approved a ban on discrimination against recipients of Section 8 housing vouchers. The ordinance allows landlords to use credit scores and other legal means to select tenants. But they cannot say “no” to an applicant based solely on whether they pay rent with a government subsidy. The new ordinance will take effect in 2019. Learn more by clicking here.