Monthly Archives: October 2019
Don’t Be Scared
- Posted by toddmcintosh
- on Oct, 31, 2019
- in AROUND TOWN, REAL ESTATE
- Blog Comments Off on Don’t Be Scared

Many potential homebuyers believe they need a 20% down payment and a 780 FICO® score to qualify to buy a home. This stops many people from even trying to jump into homeownership! Here are some facts to help take the fear out of the process: 71% of buyers who purchased homes have put down less […]
Read MoreBe on the Lookout for Gen Z: The Next Generation of Homebuyers
- Posted by toddmcintosh
- on Oct, 30, 2019
- in LOS ANGELES, REAL ESTATE
- Blog Comments Off on Be on the Lookout for Gen Z: The Next Generation of Homebuyers

You’ve likely heard a ton about Millennials, but what about Gen Z? In the next 5 years, this generation will be between the ages of 23 and 28, and they’re eager to become homeowners faster than you may think. According to realtor.com, “Nearly 80 percent of Generation Z members say they want to own a […]
Read More5 Homebuying Acronyms You Need To Know
- Posted by toddmcintosh
- on Oct, 28, 2019
- in REAL ESTATE
- Blog Comments Off on 5 Homebuying Acronyms You Need To Know

Learning the lingo of homebuying is an important part of feeling successful when buying a home. From APR to P&I, you need to know the acronyms that will come up along the way, and what they mean when you hear them.
Read MoreCatching A Leak
- Posted by toddmcintosh
- on Oct, 25, 2019
- in AT HOME, REAL ESTATE
- Blog Comments Off on Catching A Leak

One of the more challenging parts of being a homeowner is when something goes wrong or breaks, you’re in charge of fixing it. And unfortunately, one of the most common issues can be the hardest to detect — a plumbing leak. Here are 5 tips for catching a leak. Review your water bill carefully. Have […]
Read MoreWhat FICO® Score Do You Need to Qualify for a Mortgage?
- Posted by toddmcintosh
- on Oct, 23, 2019
- in REAL ESTATE
- Blog Comments Off on What FICO® Score Do You Need to Qualify for a Mortgage?

While a recent announcement from CNBC shares that the average national FICO® score has reached an all-time high of 706, the good news for potential buyers is that you don’t need a score that high to qualify for a mortgage. Let’s unpack the credit score myth so you can to become a homeowner sooner than […]
Read MoreIs Your House “Priced To Sell Immediately”?
- Posted by toddmcintosh
- on Oct, 21, 2019
- in LOS ANGELES, REAL ESTATE
- Blog Comments Off on Is Your House “Priced To Sell Immediately”?

In today’s real estate market, more houses are coming to market every day. Eager buyers are searching for their dream homes, so setting the right price for your house is one of the most important things you can do. According to CoreLogic’s latest Home Price Index, home values have risen at over 6% a year […]
Read More4 Reasons To Sell This Fall
- Posted by toddmcintosh
- on Oct, 20, 2019
- in REAL ESTATE
- Blog Comments Off on 4 Reasons To Sell This Fall

Buyers are active in the market and often competing with one another for available listings. Housing inventory is still under the 6-month supply found in a normal housing market. Homes are still selling relatively quickly, averaging 31 days on the market.
Read MoreLet’s Talk Doggy Door Safety
- Posted by toddmcintosh
- on Oct, 18, 2019
- in AT HOME, REAL ESTATE
- Blog Comments Off on Let’s Talk Doggy Door Safety

You’ve purchased a home with a large backyard and all your pup wants to do is be outside. But after the 10th time you have to get up and open the door to let him or her in and out, you start researching doggy doors. Long-term convenience with a fairly simple installation sounds great to […]
Read MoreWhat You Need To Know About The Mortgage Process
- Posted by toddmcintosh
- on Oct, 16, 2019
- in REAL ESTATE
- Blog Comments Off on What You Need To Know About The Mortgage Process

Many buyers are purchasing homes with down payments as little as 3%. You may already qualify for a loan, even if you don’t have perfect credit. Your local professionals are here to help you determine how much you can afford, so take advantage of the opportunity to learn more.
Read MoreHomeownership is the Top Contributor to Your Net Worth
- Posted by toddmcintosh
- on Oct, 13, 2019
- in REAL ESTATE
- Blog Comments Off on Homeownership is the Top Contributor to Your Net Worth

Many people plan to build their net worth by buying CDs or stocks, or just having a savings account. Recently, however, Economist Jonathan Eggleston and Survey Statistician Donald Hays, both of the U.S. Census Bureau, shared the biggest determinants of wealth, “The biggest determinants of household wealth [are] owning a home and having a retirement […]
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