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Three Reasons Why Home Price May Drop in 2010

Is it possible that Home Price could drop in 2010?
Let me start by saying that this is NOT a prediction or a statement of fact, I just want to raise some very interesting points and I would like to engage in a conversation with you about it.
Home prices are driven by supply and demand. Whether [...]

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Governor Briefly mentions Homebuyer Tax Credit in Recent Speech

by Scott Schang February 1, 2010 Tax Credits

Governor Schwarzenegger spoke about his Jobs initiative at a SJ Silicon Valley Chamber of Commerce Lunch on Thursday, January 28th, 2010.
In an almost 44 minute speech, the Gov snuck in one quick reference about the tax credit….and here it is:
And I urge the legislature also to come up with their own job creation package or [...]

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Governor tries to revive State of California $10,000 Homebuyer Tax Credit

by Scott Schang January 11, 2010 Market Updates

Governor Schwarzenegger announced on January 7th that he would like to extend the $10,000 homebuyer tax credit to Californians as part of a job stimulation strategy.
Unlike the last $10,000 California Tax Credit, this time around it will be available for the purchase of new construction or existing homes. This is GREAT news for California Homebuyers.
The [...]

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Dream Home Finder

by Scott Schang December 7, 2009 Uncategorized

There are so many sites on the internet that list homes for sale. Most of these sites require that you enter your name and email address to get “details” about the home.
Often times this results in you getting unwanted phone calls or emails from a Real Estate Agent trying to get your business.
When you complete [...]

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Jeff Brown – BawldGuy Talking

by Scott Schang December 5, 2009 BawldGuy Talking

Learn more about Jeff Brown and Brown & Brown Investment Properties here.

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CalPERS Pension Mismanagement and Fraud – Will it affect Home Buyers?

by Scott Schang December 1, 2009 Loan Programs

CalPERS has been in the news quite a bit lately, and not much of it is flattering. They say all news is good news? Not if your your pension fund management is corrupt and wrought with fraudulent activity.
Some of the more recent headlines talk about these challenges:
CalPERS investigates oversight of two outside hedge fund advisors [...]

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Buyers Beware: Homebuyer Survey Says – “Market conditions” making lender’s service worse….really?

by Scott Schang November 23, 2009 Buyers Beware!

A Buyer’s Satisfaction Survey by J.D. Power & Associates shows that loan originator satisfaction is down. Much of the frustration comes from longer turn times, which is a completely other subject, tightening underwriting guidelines and unmet expectations.
You see, this doesn’t surprise me at all. I still see it every day, and I’ll be honest with [...]

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Slide Show: A UPDATED Guide to Buying Foreclosures and Short Sales – Shadow Inventory Discussion

by Scott Schang November 17, 2009 Market Updates

Updated insight into buying foreclosures and short sales.
Understand what a short sale is and why it’s such an unpredictable way to buy.
Foreclosures typically require the buyer to compromise or give up many of the rights provided in the purchase contract – learn what to watch out for and how to protect yourself so you don’t [...]

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Slide Show: The When, How & What Guide to Buying a Home in Today’s Real Estate Market

by Scott Schang November 16, 2009 Market Updates

When? When is the best time to buy – you might be surprised at the answer!
How? How to identify the right time to buy for you.
What? What you need to know about looking for homes on the internet and hiring an agent and a lender.
This is a great “homebuyer 101″ class that [...]

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Slide Show: UPDATED – A Complete Guide to the CalPERS Home Loan Benefit

by Scott Schang November 16, 2009 Down Payment Help

The California Public Employees Retirement System offers a special home purchase loan benefit to it’s members.
This presentation outlines the benefits and details of this special benefit that features a down payment assistance program that allows up to 102% total financing.
The CalPERS loan can also be used with the CalHFA CHDAP closing cost and down payment [...]