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Rocket Mortgages Crash Land

Did you see the commercials? They were in heavy rotation during the divisional round games of the NFL playoffs and again during the conference championship games yesterday. The Rocket Mortgage…

Free Concerts in San Diego

Do you like free music? Do you live in San Diego? Well I know of 7 spots that have free concerts, good food and a great atmosphere. To top it all off I am putting together a tour of all the homes…

Neighborhood Insight: Pacific Beach

Neighborhood Insight: Pacific Beach The first week of the New Year is almost over and everyone is talking about new years resolutions. One of my resolutions is to better get to know the place…

Looking To Buy A House? Tips For Browsing Online vs In Person

So, you’re looking to buy a house and your go to is the good ol’ world wide web? You’ve been looking online, gazing at the numerous photo galleries and cool videos with the hip background music…

4 Biggest (Real Estate) Lessons I Learned In 2015: #1 “The Timing Of The Market Mistake.”

Mortgage Insurance Tax Deductibility is back!

On December 18, 2015, the President signed legislation that renews the tax deductibility of mortgage insurance (MI) premiums for qualified borrowers through 2016. The deductibility is effective…

The FED & Mortgage Interest Rates

What if I were to tell you that the Fed raising rates will push mortgage rates down? History doesn’t lie! Do not fear the Fed. In the short-term, they have no influence on interest rates.

Sarah, “I’m Really Glad My 1st Home Purchase Was With Carmen & The GreenHouse Group!”

Sarah got what she deserved. And it could happen to you next! Sarah’s Celebration & Testimonial of The GreenHouse Group. Volume 15 www..GreenMeansGrowcom 1(858) 863-0261 591 Camino De La Reina…

Longer Escrow Periods Starting…NOW!

Even if it’s your first time buying a home, you probably know a thing or two about the process and timelines and like most folks, you would expect about a 30 days escrow, correct? While that was…

Fed Rate Hike Could Be Good For Long Term Interest Rates

In two days the central banking system of the United States known simply by most people as the Fed will meet to discuss monetary policy. Most are predicting an increase of .25 to the federal funds…

San Diego Harbor Parade of Lights

Its my favorite time a year, December! Not only is it my birthday month, and the waves are pumping for surfing, but its a time a year when people get together and observer family traditions. One…

The GreenHouse Group’s Pumpkin Patch Carving Winner 2015

December is a good time to buy a home

December is a good time to buy a home.

Fewer Than 1% Of People Pay Off Their Home Loan Early

There are so many services offered these days that you can literally outsource your life. All you have to do is look at the capability of your smart phone to know we’re living in an amazing time…

Some Counties Will Get Increased Loan Limits for 2016 – But Which Ones?

Each year the big lending institutions that regulate “Conforming Loan Limits” determine if the current guidelines are appropriate. This is measured from county to county and typically reflects the…

When Buying A Home, What Happens After My Offer Gets Accepted?

You’ve done it! You made an offer and it got accepted, congratulations! You and the Seller now have a binding agreement and each of you has a set of duties you will need to perform. The first…

“Hello. Is It Real Estate You’re Looking For?” Random Musings In Becoming A Cover Model For Top Agent Magazine.

I want to come clean: When it comes to receiving recognition, I don’t know how to do it. And if I ever catch it flowing my way, I’m quicker to sidestep & deflect it with humor than to accept it…

Google Could Be Your Next Mortgage Broker

By Kathryn Vasel of CNN Money money.cnn.com The tech giant launched Google Compare for mortgages on Monday that will allow potential home buyers to find and compare home loans. When looking to buy…

FUNday Monday Winner For November 2015 IS…..!

Want to participate in next month’s FUNday Monday Quiz?: http://bit.ly/FUNdayMonday “FUNday Monday Winner For November 2015 IS…………….” Funday Monday is a monthly game put on by Jesse Ibanez from…

Gratitude

I can hardly believe the holidays are upon us. Thanksgiving is this week and instead of focusing solely on the copious amounts of food I’m going to take in, I sat back and thought about what this…

Things To Watch-Out For When Looking At Houses

So you’re out looking at property and don’t really know the protocol or what to watch-out for? I get it! When you’re out house hunting you want to find a house you love but you should also keep an…

Raul & Marissa “They Are Not Just In It For The Deal But To Get To Know You Personally”

Raul & Marissa got what they deserved. And it could happen to you next! Raul & Marissa’s Celebration & Testimonial of The GreenHouse Group. Volume 15 www..GreenMeansGrowcom 1(858) 863-0261 591…

Budgeting For Closing Costs

I came across some great information for prospective home buyers regarding the closing costs needed when buying a home. According to Pat Setter over at the Union Tribune, “Closing costs are an…

HOA’s Work For You, Right?

In a way I can’t blame them. Who doesn’t like to make a quick buck. Wait…scratch that, I do blame them when making that buck means overcharging others. The tradition of gouging is alive and well…