Starting late last year, some predicted that the 2018 tax changes would cripple the housing market. Headlines warned of the potential for double-digit price depreciation and suggested that buyer demand could drop like a rock. There was even sentiment that homeownership could lose its coveted status as a major component of the American Dream. Now that the first quarter numbers are in, we can begin to...
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The famous quote by Walt Whitman, “A man is not a whole and complete man, unless he owns a house and the ground it stands on,” can be used to describe homeownership in America today. The Census revealed that the percentage of homeowners in America has been steadily climbing back up since hitting a 50-year low in 2016. The homeownership rate in the first quarter of 2018 was 64.2%, higher than last...
So, you’ve decided to sell your house. You’ve hired a real estate professional to help you through the entire process, and they have asked you what level of access you want to provide to your potential buyers. There are four elements to a quality listing. At the top of the list is Access, followed by Condition, Financing, and Price. There are many levels of access that you can provide to your...
Renting Vs. Buying Historically, the choice between renting or buying a home has been a tough decision. Looking at the percentage of income needed to rent a median-priced home today (28.9%) vs. the percentage needed to buy a median-priced home (15.7%), the choice becomes obvious. Every market is different. Before you renew your lease again, find out if you can put your housing...
Saturday 3/24/18 San Manual Stadium | Noon - 9 p.m. San Manuel Stadium Art Festival. Please join us for great art exhibits, performing arts, local and regional bands, activities and food! Want to see a sample of the art featured at SB Arts Fest? Watch this episode of WeCreate featuring local photographer and SB Arts Fest exhibitor, Alycia Bromar....
"The first thing I loved about Ana Thigpen was she wanted to get know my family,our wants and needs before showing us homes. Even after a few mind changes on our end she always kept positive and always smiling. She's friendly and has a great sense of humor. Ana Thigpen became a real good family friend. I would definitely recommend and use her again....
Congratulations to Robert & Cassandra for the purchase of their new home. They are first time home-buyers who just achieved their goal. I am so proud of you guys!. It was an honor to serve...
With all of the craziness going on recently, I just wanted to take the time to say that I'm proud to be an American and I'm equally proud to be your trusted professional. I'd like to wish you a joyous July 4th holiday and extend my continued assistance to you for the future. If you know of anyone who could use my services, please let me know. Much as our freedom adds to the glory of our country, your...