Author Archives: Jeune Ortiz

As a caregiver, you are the family’s most trusted supporter. Let us help you be a resource to them in their time of need. As a senior real estate specialist, we can guide you and your client-family through a variety of real estate transactions. As a senior real estate specialist, we’ve had the privilege of working […]

In this post we’ll tackle some common questions about selling your home to an investor so you can make the right decision for your situation. What Does it Mean to Sell As-Is? First, let’s start by defining the term “as-is” which simply means selling the house in whatever condition it’s in today. Whether the house […]

Below are the 4 most common reasons why a listing contract will expire: 1. The Price When the market is hot, homeowners attempt to set their listing price higher. They hope that a motivated buyer pay any price for a house in their desired neighborhood. The problem is that in any market, a house must be sold […]

Congratulations! You’ve found a home to buy and have applied for a mortgage! You are undoubtedly excited about the opportunity to decorate your new home! But before you make any big purchases, move any money around, or make any big-time life changes, consult your loan officer. They will be able to tell you how your […]

Every homeowner wants to make sure they maximize their financial reward when selling their home. But how do you guarantee that you receive the maximum value for your house? Here are two keys to ensure that you get the highest price possible. 1. Price it a LITTLE LOW  This may seem counterintuitive, but let’s look […]

Some Highlights: Every year United Van Lines conducts their National Movers Study by tracking their customer’s movement state-to-state over the course of the year. Vermont claimed the top spot of states with the highest percentage of inbound residents following a campaign that covered relocation costs for skilled workers who moved to the state. The most common response for why […]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkF4fBjpSQQ RALs and RCFEs Introduction In this video I talk about RALs or “Residential Assisted Living” communities. In California they are referred to as RCFEs or “Residential Care for the Elderly.” We had just returned from a workshop where we learned just enough to pique our interested. We believe  very passionately about the need to […]

There is no doubt that the services of a local real estate professional provide many benefits like: Exposure to buyers The skills of a professional negotiator A layer of protection from possible legal liabilities Professional guidance in navigating any pitfalls that may arise A level of safety while showing the home Professional staging of the […]

One of the biggest challenges sellers face when listing their house is decluttering. Cleaning out some of the more personal decorating choices allows buyers to imagine themselves living in the house. Those planning to sell soon are in luck! Marie Kondo, the inventor of the KonMari Method of Tidying Up, has gained popularity with her new Netflix series. She gives […]

Some Highlights: ­Interest rates are projected to increase steadily throughout 2019, but buyers will still be able to lock in a rate lower than their parents or grandparents did when they bought their homes! Home prices will rise at a rate of 4.8% over the course of 2019 according to CoreLogic. All four major reporting agencies […]