by Peter Richmond | Oct 13, 2017
Although the generally accepted range for a down payment to purchase is between 10 and 20%, a fair number of folks here around the Bay are choosing to provide more. Curious about how much and why? Read on. Fifty-three percent of respondents to a recent survey said...
by Peter Richmond | Oct 6, 2017
Always, the homeowner looking to increase value as well as upgrade their home, asks what improvement will also add the most value for the investment. The answer appears to be, once again, the kitchen. Read on for details. Nationwide, a complete kitchen renovation...
by Peter Richmond | Sep 22, 2017
It’s normal for folks to wonder how the economy looks at any particular time. That’s because they can then interpret its effects on their personal financial lives, including real estate. So, without further ado, here’s how we see things. Following...
by Peter Richmond | Sep 15, 2017
When buying a home, one of the biggest items to cover is having your down payment–the difference between the purchase price and the amount of your mortgage. Here are a few ideas to make it easier for you to accumulate that cash. AMASSING A DOWN PAYMENT MIGHT BE...
by Peter Richmond | Sep 8, 2017
Ever wonder what motivates people to sell their home? Ever wonder where they go when they do take that step? Well, read on and your questions will be answered! You’ll find some very interesting facts come into play. A lack of homes for sale is the Achilles’...
