Whoops I married my rate

 Here’s one of my least favorite mortgage sales cliches: You marry the house but you date the rate. Every loan officer when rates are high If you’ve never heard this before, it’s trying to convey to a nervous buyer that they’re keeping the house for the long term (marriage) but can refinance out of the…

Taylor Swift Music For Every Stage of the Mortgage Process

Mortgage Process Tips and Taylor Swift Songs Go Hand in Hand, Obviously I’d be lying if I said the mortgage process can’t be stressful sometimes, but it is definitely worth it. Sure there are decisions and paperwork to get through, but who says you can’t embrace the ups and downs like national treasure Taylor Swift…

So, You’re a Los Angeles First-Time Home Buyer

Congrats—you’re ready to buy your first home. It’s a big deal, and like any major decision in your life, there are a lot of options out there, and it’s probably a bit overwhelming to figure out where to start. Not to worry, that’s why I’m here. So let’s get into what you need to know…

How to Build Credit to Buy a House (and not a Nissan)

“Where your job is your credit” Big Boy from Power 106 (where hip hop lives) If you lived in Los Angeles in the 90s, you KNOW this quote. I remember hearing Big Boy close out every Universal City Nissan radio ad with this classic line SO many times, it formed my entire young adult understanding…

What to know about building an ADU in Los Angeles County and Surrounding Areas in California

An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is an extra living space you add on to an existing residence Often times called a “Granny Flat” or a “mother-in-law” suite, but relax: most of the time (if you’re lucky) your mother-in-law is not going to reside in the ADU. In fact, most homeowners use them as a source of…

How to Get Free Financial Advice From Friends or Family

If you’re looking for financial advice, you have two options. First, you could make an appointment to chat with a financial advisor who will give you specific steps to take to understand your finances a bit better. Then they’ll give you strategies to lower your financial risk and build wealth. And guess what, it will…

A peek into my diary: goals for 2016

Professional Goals for 2016: In fabulous 2016, I want to share my unique insights on the home buying process with the many people who desperately need my help. And let’s get real…there are many different steps to take – but not to worry! That’s where my team and I step in. With over 14 years of experience…

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