Would you let a car mechanic perform heart surgery on you?

Would you let a car mechanic perform heart surgery on you?  No?  Every day many consumers unwittingly put themselves in a similar position when they become involved in a real estate transaction. Below is an excerpt from an email I received, apparently exhorting me to abandon the Associations of REALTORS® that are largely responsible for … Continue reading Would you let a car mechanic perform heart surgery on you?

Why Might Short Sales Stabilize the Real Estate Market?

I hear from lots of prospective buyers that want to get a list of Tehachapi foreclosed properties so they can look for the "best deal."  The truth is a foreclosed property may not be the best deal whether you are the occupant of the foreclosed home, or the prospective purchaser. As the occupant, if you … Continue reading Why Might Short Sales Stabilize the Real Estate Market?

Real Estate News Roundup for October 27, 2010

September Sales and Price Report According to the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF  REALTORS® (C.A.R), September marks the second consecutive month of sales gains.  This news is tempered by the fact that the median price of homes has dropped since August. The seasonally adjusted home resale activity was up 3.8% in September as compared to August 2010. … Continue reading Real Estate News Roundup for October 27, 2010

3 Reasons to Buy a Home in Tehachapi

Have you been thinking about buying a home in the Tehachapi area?  You're in good company.  There are lots of compelling reasons to own your own home, but what makes now a good time to buy?  See if you agree with these three reasons to buy a Tehachapi area home: Stocks are up 50% from … Continue reading 3 Reasons to Buy a Home in Tehachapi