Simi Valley First-Time Homebuyer Program The City of Simi Valley offers a First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program to qualified low-income first-time homebuyers who wish to purchase their first home in Simi Valley. The property may be a detached or an attached single-family home, a condominium, or a townhome. The Program is available to those who have not […]
Why QR codes won’t sell your Simi Valley Home
I recently was showing a Simi Valley home and the flyer advertising the listing had every element of what real estate agents will hear out in the training seminar circuit. QR codes have been around for a while and it has taken a while for this older technology to emerge in the United States. QR […]
How the right Lockbox can help your Simi Valley Home Sell Quicker
(Updated 7/16/2011) In my last article on this subject “The importantance of a lockbox when selling your Simi Valley Home” we discussed the importance of giving flexible access. A concern for any seller when giving access to their home is security. In this article I will discuss the GE Supra iBox vs. an old […]
The importance of a lockbox when selling your Simi Valley home
(Updated 7/15/11) The internet has changed the way Realtors do business and has changed the way buyers shop for homes. Additionally, technology is changing our daily routines and work habits. Buyers have limited time to look at homes for sale so they spend most of their time conducting online search for Simi Valley Homes sifting […]
Simi Valley Indian Hills Indian Estates Tract Sales History 2003-July 2011
See properties for sale All Indian Hills Tracts Indian Hills Ranch Indian Hills Estates Indian Hills Ridge Indina Hills Meadows Below are tables representing Simi Valley Indian Hills Estates Tract Home Sales History. The Indian Hills Estates Tract is located just north west of Alamo Drive and Yosemite. There were just under 100 homes built […]
Simi Valley June 2011 Real Estate Market Report
The Simi Valley June 2011 Real Estate Market Report is showing some improvement for June single family detached homes (SFD) sold. Average home price for Simi Valley rose approximately $30,000.00 on increased volume. While the rise in average sale price may be encouraging, it is premature to present this as any sign of recovery. The […]
Asking for Closing Costs Could Cause Home Buyers To Over Pay For Their Purchase
Home Buyers many times ask Home Sellers for concessions or assistance when they make an offer to purchase a home. The typical request from a home buyer is for closing costs, a home warranty, repairs or for the seller to include certain personal property items for sale. This article will focus on closing cost requests […]
10 Mistakes Home Buyers Make with Simi Valley Short Sales
Simi Valley Short Sales have been a big part of my business for the last couple of years. It is important to avoid the 10 Mistakes Home Buyers Make with Simi Valley Short Sales. These transactions are very complex and not every real estate agent is equipped to handle these transactions. It is easy to […]
Three Reasons not to buy a tankless water heater if you live in Simi Valley
There are three very good reasons not to buy a Tankless Water Heater if you live in Simi Valley California. One involving safety, one involving economics and last just living issues. If your water heater has finally gone out and you are looking for replacement, consider the following before opting for a tankless replacement. 1. […]
How does a Lis Pendens affect California Real Property?
I see questions all the time about Lis Pendens in online Real Estate discussion forums all the time. Before diving into the information below please understand the following. This information pertains to California Real Estate Law. This information was obtained with permission from the California Association of Realtors Legal Department. I am not an attorney and this […]