Should you leave your home to foreclosure?

May 1, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Short sale or let go to foreclosure?   What is the difference between a short sale vs. foreclosure?  That is the question on the mind of many Homeowners especially in communities like Antioch, Oakley, Pittsburg and the surrounding communities through out  Contra Costa County where home values have declined significantly in recent years.  For example, Antioch home values have declined by over [...]

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Oakley CA Real Estate Sales – Is it a good time to sell a home in Oakley, Ca?

March 5, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Is It A Good Time to Sell a home in Oakley, Ca????? That appears to be the question on many homeowners minds today with the changes in the real estate market. Oakley CA Real Estate Homeowners  have seen a major shift in the market. Below are the top 3 reasons it is a good time to sell [...]

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Brentwood CA Real Estate – Is it a good time to sell a home in Brentwood, Ca?

March 5, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Is It A Good Time to Sell your Brentwood CA Real Estate? That appears to be the question on many homeowners minds today with the changes in the real estate market.   Brentwood Ca real estate Homeowners have seen a major shift in the market. Below are the top 3 reasons it is a good time to [...]

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Antioch Ca Real Estate – Is it a good time to sell a home?

March 5, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Is It A Good Time to Sell your Antioch CA Real Estate? That appears to be the question on many homeowners minds today with the changes in the Antioch CA real estate market.   Homeowners in communities like Antioch, Ca have seen a major shift in the market. Below are the top 3 reasons it is a [...]

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Is a new home right for me?

March 4, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Maybe you have been trapped in your current home because home values have dropped significantly from 2005-2011.  For example, look at the chart below about Antioch, Ca Real Estate.  The real estate market declined rapidly after 2005 and has now begun to climb.   Now that the market is rapidly recovering purchasing a  new home may be [...]

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Short Sales Myths

February 28, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Absolutely anyone considering a short sale should not believe these myths are true.  As a Real Estate Broker in Antioch, Ca I am shocked by the misunderstandings and myths about loan modifications and short sales today.   These myths have paralyzed many homeowners from doing anything at all and therefore many homeowners end in an unnecessary foreclosure.  Below are [...]

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How to write a Hardship Letter

December 27, 2012 by Leave a Comment

If you are pursuing a loan modification, deed in lieu, or a short sale you will likely need to write a Hardship Letter.   A Hardship Letter is a letter written to the lender and usually is sent along with other financial documents that outline the hardship and why the lender should approve your request. This [...]

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Short Sale vs Foreclosure

December 26, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Short Sale vs. Foreclosure   What is the difference between a short sale vs. foreclosure?  That is the question on the mind of many Homeowners especially in communities like Antioch, Ca and through out  Contra Costa County where home values have declined significantly in recent years.  For example, in Antioch home values have declined by over 50% compared [...]

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Short Sale Timeline

December 24, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Question:  How long does it take to short sale a home?   Answer:    Although it is difficult to determine the timeline of a short sale as you may not be fully aware of who the Investors are that make the decisions,  is it a Fannie Mae loan, or Freddie Mac loan, is there a mortgage insurance involved, and do you [...]

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Mira Vista Hills, Antioch

February 15, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Serenity and tranquility in the community of Mira Vista Hills in Antioch, CA. Think of green hills, serenity and tranquility and you think of the community of Mira Vista Hills in Antioch.  Mira Vista Hills is a peaceful and quiet neighborhood consisting of single family homes which boast well established landscapes, wide streets and a [...]

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