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Jan. 9, 2025

San Diego Short-Term Rentals: A Guide to Success

San Diego is one of the most desirable vacation destinations in the U.S., attracting over 32 million visitors every year (San Diego Tourism Authority). Known for its sunshine, beaches, and vibrant culture, it’s no surprise that short-term rentals are a thriving market here. If you’re considering purchasing an …

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Aug. 28, 2024

Refinancing Now Could Save Struggling Homeowners: Lower Rate Predictions Aren't Guaranteed

Deciding when to refinance your mortgage is a significant financial decision that can impact your budget and long-term savings. With various predictions for mortgage rates in the coming years, you might wonder if it’s worth waiting until 2025 to take advantage of potentially lower rates. Keep in mind that with …

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Dec. 21, 2023

2024 Outlook: Lower Interest Rates and New Conforming Limits

The Federal Reserve has given us a Christmas and year-end gift by deciding to leave interest rates unchanged for the third straight meeting. They noted the progress being made toward their 2% goal for inflation but emphasized the need for more progress. Members of the Fed committee signaled that as …

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March 14, 2023

Jumbo Loans in San Diego County: How to Finance Your Dream Home

San Diego County, located in southern California, is known for its beautiful beaches, mild climate, and thriving economy. With a high cost of living and real estate prices to match, many homebuyers in San Diego County turn to jumbo loans to finance their dream homes. In this blog post, …

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Oct. 4, 2022

FHFA Conforming Loan Limits have Increased in 2023

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) has raised the baseline conforming loan limit to $715,000. The official announcement will be in November.

This is big news because prior to this change homebuyers over the $647,000 amount were forced to get jumbo loans. Jumbo loans typically require a larger down …
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Sept. 29, 2022

Rethinking your Financial Position with a Reverse Mortgage

FHA Reverse Mortgages for seniors (HECM) allows borrowers to pay off their mortgages, access their equity, and never have another mortgage payment.

 

A reverse mortgage will eliminate a mortgage payment to provide more cash for property taxes, insurance, and maintenance costs. Homeowners who take advantage of the …

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