It’s hard to believe we've turned the calendar to a new year. When it comes to the national real estate market, 2013 was impressive, with home values rising and interested buyers finally feeling comfortable enough to get back in the game. Bidding wars and diminished...
In the wake of the national housing crisis and subsequent mortgage meltdown, experts say that consumers are putting mortgages at the top of their list when it comes to debt priorities. The negative effects of a foreclosure or short sale were widely advertised throughout the...
It’s hard to believe that 2013 will soon be a thing of the past. Winter is in full swing, and soon, even cooler weather will set in for the duration of the winter. While the weather is still favorable, home owners can get ready for...
Real estate agents are masters at marketing and selling homes, and because they often get wrapped up in the day-to-day comings and goings of client meetings, house showings and the like, their own brand can get overlooked. Brand consistency is important across the board, including...
CV Escrow is pleased to announce the opening of our new office in La Mesa, California on October 15th. Since opening our doors in October 2005, CV Escrow has expanded throughout Southern California, and remains committed to providing outstanding escrow services as we open our...
In the wake of the housing crisis, short sales became a common way for home owners to avoid losing their homes. Those who could no longer make their mortgage payments were able to work with lenders to sell their home at a loss. Many home...
At first mention, the word “wallpaper” is enough to make most people cringe. Memories of nauseating florals and bold stripes come flooding back, and the dizzying thought of putting it up or pulling it down is enough to make your head spin. But technological advances with...
For buyers, heading to open houses is exciting. It’s the ultimate in window-shopping! But watch any buyer fling open the front door to a house full of carpet and you’ll quickly seen their enthusiasm wane. Buyers want wood floors! They’re easier to keep clean, look...
No party involved wants to reach the appraisal process only to watch the entire deal crumble. In the case of a sale that risks falling apart after a lower-than-expected appraisal, a rebuttal letter may come to the rescue – if executed correctly. Several sources cited in...
CreditSmart was created with new and existing borrowers in mind, offering an online portal where they can learn more about building personal credit, creating a robust savings account, and making all around better financial choices based on their personal situations. Christina Diaz Malone, VP of corporate...