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Get Ready for Non-QM Loans

Remember the second half of 2013 when we were looking forward to the release of the Qualified Mortgage guidelines in 2014? By “looking forward” I don’t mean to suggest we were wanting it. I mean…

Response to @JVolstad: What’s the difference between a Buyer’s Agent and a Seller’s Agent?

What’s the difference between a Buyer’s Agent and a Seller’s Agent? Traditionally, all agents involved in a real estate transaction legally represent the Seller (both the “Listing Agent” and the…

FHAmazing!

How about this scenario; You lost your job, your credit is slowly declining and your house is worth 30,000 less then when you bought it? How good does a refinance sound at this point? Too bad it…

FHA vs 5% Down Conventional – Which is better?

As a Mortgage Planner my purpose is to help people navigate the options and benefits of loan programs. For purchases, and especially 1st Time Buyers, this can be particularly daunting. One of the…

Patio Design Ideas

Hello! I hope everyone enjoyed today’s 80 Degree weather as much as I did. If you live in Sun Diego, you may or may not have already witnessed someone’s gorgeous patio being tortured to an old…

How one homeowner is paying off his mortgage in just eight years

While many homeowners prefer the safety and comfort of the lower monthly payments that come with long mortgage terms, like a 30-year loan, others opt for shorter-term loans that allow them to get…

Chun says, “Now its my turn to help!” | Celebration and Testimonial of Jesse Ibanez & The GreenHouse Group

Chun got what they deserved. And it could happen to you next! Volume 14 www..GreenMeansGrowcom 1(858) 863-0261 591 Camino De La Reina #103 San Diego, CA 92108 Chun’s Story of "Home" How Could This…

San Diego Roots Sustainable Food Project

For those of you that remember my blog about local Farmer’s Markets throughout the county, consider this a follow up post. Although there is a ton of charm and community in going to a Farmer’s…

Make Your Own Luck – Attend Our Next Home Buyer Class

Have you ever noticed the luckiest people in this world are also the ones that work the hardest? There are certainly people who are born into very fortunate circumstances and those at the other…

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Carlos & Crisol say “We’ve Got REALTOR’s For Life!” | Testimonial of Jesse & Jeremy f/ The GreenHouse Group

Carlos & Crisol say “We’ve Got REALTOR’s For Life!” | Testimonial of The GreenHouse Group In their own words they share that buying your first home is a dream of theirs that they thought couldn’t…

Childproofing Checklist for Your Home

A growing family and the desire to provide a stable and safe environment for children, is one of the top five reasons families look to purchase a home. That being said, it’s important not to…

Get a Buyer’s Agent On Your Side!

It’s no secret that the real estate industry has evolved in numerous ways over the last decade. With the internet, buyers have unprecedented access to property information at their fingertips…

The Return of Adjustable-Rate Mortgages

Memorial Day is in two months. What is significant about that fact? First, it marks one year since we saw interest rates rise. If you remember, as we headed into that Memorial Day weekend of 2013…

Give your kitchen a little face-lift

Hi Everyone!! Are you a Homebuyer with no money left to redo your kitchen? Or you like your kitchen but are tired and don’t know what to do? Give your kitchen a face-lift! Without breaking the…

First Time Home Buying

Many of the questions surrounding first time home buying revolve around where to start. The best place to start is with your goals for the new home. That will help us as Mortgage Planners, to…

Congratulations to Jesse & Andrea!

This week I have something very serious to talk about. At the GreenHouse Group we live by the idea that our culture is everything. The way we treat each other, help each other grow, and celebrate…

25th Annual EarthFair in Balboa Park

The EarthFair is back at Balboa Park for its 25th annual event on April 27th and is expecting to exceed its average attendance of 60,000 visitors. This event is great for environmentally conscious…

First Time Homebuyers Face Challenges in San Diego

We all know the journey to home ownership can be tough. But as inventory decreases and all cash buyers continue to flood the market, first time buyers are being pushed out of the scene. According…

No Mortgage Insurance For Those With Less Than 20% Down – Where is Your Mortgage Plan?

No mortgage insurance for those with less than 20% down? Really? Yessir. In a rate-rising environment we are seeing the evolution of lending reveal how lenders are being more creative and…

10 Simple & Affordable Tips To Get Your Home Sold

Believe it or not, there has been times when I enter a seller’s home to take photos, it looks as if I just walked into the aftermath of all night party. If you are looking to sell your home, these…

How To Sell Your Home

Hi Everyone, I wanted you guys to get a sneak peak at a new listing. It will be going live this weekend so check out a couple of before and after shots. We repainted, did minor improvements…

The A stands for Assumable, FHA & VA Loans

Imagine this: You are in the market for a new home, but as it stands now, your plans for this home don’t seem to stretch beyond five years. You’re considering another kid, a possible job transfer…

Network & Talk Sports With the San Diego PADRES

Looking for a way to expand your networking horizons? Want to meet new people, talk sports? Look no further! Come network with the San Diego PADRES senior staff and attend a game to follow!…