With millions of homes across the country going into foreclosure, it’s important for both buyers and mortgage holders to understand the process. So what is a pre-foreclosure in The Bay Area anyway? Many homeowners across America and The Bay Area are facing difficulties making their monthly mortgage payments. When a homeowner misses 3-6 months of mortgage payments, … Continued
While the housing market is rebounding, many people in The Bay Area] are still struggling to make their mortgage payments. If you’re underwater on your home, or having trouble keeping up with your monthly mortgage payments, you could be fearful that your mortgage provider is going to foreclose. Thankfully, there are a number of things that you … Continued
Home ownership just isn’t what it was in the 1950’s. In the past, people would buy a home and live there for the rest of their lives, often passing it on to their family. Things have changed. Many first-time homebuyers are going into it with the attitude that they’ll sell when it’s time for a change. If … Continued
If you’re wondering about the ins and outs of selling your home during a divorce in The Bay Area CA… we’ll dive into the steps and things to look out for in this article. With over 50% of American marriages ending in divorce, many The Bay Area CA residents are looking or advice for selling … Continued
A recent study estimates that 47% of foreclosed properties are still occupied. When you first see that stat you may be surprised… but we’re not. What most people don’t realize is that banks aren’t in the business to own homes. They are in the business to loan people money. But when they have to foreclose … Continued
You want to sell your The Bay Area house, and you want to get top dollar. Excellent! But “What do I need to do to sell my house in The Bay Area“? Here are some tips on how to get your home ready to sell if you’re looking for top dollar that the market will … Continued
If you’ve been driving around in The Bay Area, chances are you’ve seen some billboards advertising companies that buy houses. Often times they say things like “We Buy The Bay Area Houses!” or “Cash For Your House”. Are These “We Buy Houses in The Bay Area Companies” Credible? How do I know if the local house … Continued
Understanding the foreclosure process in CA is an important part of navigating your own home foreclosure. Before we dive in… Understanding the Foreclosure Process in CA What is foreclosure anyway? Foreclosure is the legal process that lenders use to take back property securing a loan, generally after the borrower stops making payments. Foreclosure is no fun. … Continued
Do you have a The Bay Area CA house that’s in foreclosure right now? Many people going through the CA foreclosure process want to get out from under that burdensome house and wonder if they can sell the house in foreclosure. The short answer: yes. The long answer: it’s a little more complicated, but usually … Continued
Should you take a cash offer for your The Bay Area house? Not always. I’ll tell you how to sell any property for cash, some reasons to refuse a cash offer – and when you shouldn’t say no. Selling My House for Cash in The Bay Area If you’re selling a property in The Bay Area … Continued
If you’re looking to sell your house or investment property in The Bay Area without using a real estate agent, we can help. Although we do cooperate with brokers, sometimes it’s best to avoid paying someone to be in the middle. After all, paying 5-6% of the sale of a property in a commission is a lot … Continued
You need to sell your The Bay Area house fast right? If you’re saying… “I’m having the toughest time selling my house fast in The Bay Area“… you’re at the right place 🙂 These tips will help you get your property sold. [NOTE: Most important – if you really need to sell fast, consider the … Continued
Relocation is a complicated exercise in coordination. We get local The Bay Area home sellers calling us or submitting their house info on this website every week saying “I’m relocating and need to sell my house in The Bay Area“. The great thing is that we’re able to help a good many of those sellers … Continued
You may think it’s only the tenant who has a hard time paying the mortgage, but as a real estate investor or landlord, there may be times when it’s hard to pay the mortgage on your end as well. Here are some things you can do to avoid facing difficulty in paying your mortgage each month. Keep … Continued
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