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Investment Property 101
Investing in rental properties can be a smart financial move, providing a steady stream of passive income and the potential for long-term...
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- Jun 16
- 3 min
Why choosing a local lender
Selecting the appropriate lender is a crucial aspect of purchasing a home, as it greatly influences your overall home-buying experience....
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Simona
- May 18
- 2 min
Home Renovating
Renovating a home can be a great way to improve its value, functionality, and overall appeal. But before tearing down walls or installing...
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Simona
- May 8
- 2 min
Balancing your finances 101
As a realtor, I know firsthand the importance of managing finances and I know it can be challenging, but it's essential to achieving...
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Simona
- Mar 8
- 2 min
The appraisal process
A property appraisal is important in real estate transactions because it provides an objective and accurate valuation of the property....
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Simona
- Feb 27
- 1 min
What is an SRES designation?
SRES stands for Senior Real Estate Specialist, a professional designation awarded by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) to real...
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Simona
- Feb 14
- 2 min
How to maximize small spaces
Of all the challenges that come with designing a home, perhaps none are as frustrating as decorating a small space. Whether working with...
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Simona
- Jan 9
- 2 min
Nervous About Getting Approved For a Home Loan?
Are you nervous about getting approved for a home loan? Don’t be! Staying informed about what to expect and what you should and should...
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Simona
- Dec 20, 2022
- 2 min
VA Home loans help Veterans Reach The American Dream
If you or a loved one has served in the military this article is meant for you. It is important for you to not only know that there are...
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Simona
- May 27, 2022
- 2 min
Rising Mortgage Rates
Whether you are thinking about buying or planning to sell, you must understand the role mortgage rates play on buyers' purchasing power,...
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Simona
- Mar 1, 2022
- 3 min
We are NOT in a Housing Bubble
Homebuyers are beginning to believe we are heading into a housing bubble. It is easy to acknowledge this premonition, as year-after-year...
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Simona
- Jan 28, 2022
- 3 min
What can you do today to be a homeowner tomorrow?
As the gap between the cost of rent and the cost of a mortgage continues to close, we see an increasing number of renters interested in...
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Simona
- Dec 29, 2021
- 2 min
Why having a 20% down payment will be a great benefit for you
When it comes to getting preapproved with a mortgage lender, you will find out that there are plenty of options out there and you don't...
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Simona
- Sep 29, 2021
- 2 min
Purchasing Vacant Land
Ahh, the lovely earthy scent produced by the rain or the morning dew, the buzzing of the bees, and the many shades of green enchanting...
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Simona
- Mar 29, 2021
- 2 min
Septic System Care
A septic system is a delicate biological machine. It functions because of the actions of bacteria and properties of the soil. If not...
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Simona
- Mar 29, 2021
- 2 min
Six Hard Truths of Selling Your HOME
You may be aware of the fact that we are in a HOT Seller’s Market with low inventory, however, let’s not forget that to maximize the...
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Simona
- Mar 26, 2021
- 2 min
Spring Cleaning Checklist - Happiness is a Freshly Clean House
Happiness is … a freshly cleaned house! Surely, we are dealing with a global pandemic, but since we are stuck indoors more than usual, we...
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Simona
- Mar 26, 2021
- 1 min
Prepare your home for Winter
With winter fast approaching, I chose this lovely day to interview one of my trusted home inspectors, Rick Bunzel from Pacific Crest...
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Simona
- Mar 26, 2021
- 1 min
Hardwood Floor Restoration
Because of their natural appearance, hardwood flooring has always been a popular and preferred choice among homeowners. Nice hardwood...
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