Rapidly Shrinking Home Affordability
Friends and Clients —Some potentially worrying news came out this month:Home affordability is shrinking rapidly, according to research by Arch Mortgage Insurance.In the first quarter, affordability...
March 2018 Market Report
Buyers in the current San Mateo County real estate market should continue to expect an exceptionally competitive landscape, especially in the lower price ranges.
Time to Think about Flood Insurance
Just having spent this week at Mega Relief with thousands of KW colleagues helping muck out houses in Houston, I've been thinking more about the importance of having flood insurance. It's important as... Opening Escrow
https://www.ortconline.com/Web2/Videos/Buyer1.mp4Congratulations on getting into contract for your home purchase!
Dealing with Financing
As the events of the last few years in the real estate industry show, people forget about the tremendous financial responsibility of purchasing a home at their peril. Here are a few tips for dealing with the...
Preparing to Sell
Selling your home doesn′t just mean hiring a realtor to stick a sign out front. There are a lot of preparations you should make to ensure you get the best offer possible in the shortest time.Repair. Just...
Relocating to the Big City
Moving from a small town or suburb to a large city can be an intimidating proposition. Here are a few tips to help make your move as painless as possible.Research before you move. It’s important to...
