

Credit Scores and your Mortgage
I hear all the time from clients wondering why the mortgage estimates on Zillow, Redfin, Trulia, etc, never match the mortgage estimates...


The Inspection Process
A good rule of thumb is to expect the unexpected when it comes to the inspection. And NEVER skip it, even if it's new construction -- as...


When to move?
They say timing is everything -- and when it comes to moving -- there is no truer adage. Here are a handful of tips/thoughts about when...


Mortgage Musts
Here is a helpful reminder list of mortgage tips... Some are no-brainers (like getting pre-approved) but others are lesser known (keeping...


Pool Care Mistakes
This is a handy graphic for the summer. If you are lucky enough to live somewhere with a pool, these are a few quick tips that can save...


A connected kitchen?
Normally, I find these infographics useful (or at least interesting), however, this new one put out by Realtor Magazine is bad news...


What you want in an exterior space...
Last week, I talked about the importance of having some sort of exterior living space in California. This week, House Canary brings you...


California Dreaming
This is a really good, but general, overview of home price averages across California. Along with the single/double income needed to...


How long will this take?
So this is a very common questions among buyers. They always want to know how long the buying process will be. Unfortunately, there is no...


What (NOT) To Compromise On
According to the California Associations of Realtors, these are the top three points that buyers should never compromise on. They may...






















