What is the cost of obtaining a permit for a...
> > The purpose of this email is to provide an estimate of the estimated permit costs associated with the construction of an ADU, in 10 major cities across Los Angeles County. > > Please note that the [more]
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How Homeownership Changed Lives
Homeownership is more than just a financial transaction; it’s a transformative experience that can profoundly impact people’s lives. For many, owning a home represents a significant achiev [more]
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Top 10 Tips for First-Time Homebuyers
Buying your first home is a significant milestone in your life. It’s a thrilling yet challenging journey that requires careful planning and consideration. To help you navigate this exciting vent [more]
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New FHA Policy Simplifies Homeownership Qual...
The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) recently introduced a new housing policy designed to help more people become homeowners by making it easier for individuals to qualify for homeownership. This [more]
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NFIP Extended in Last-Minute Funding Deal
> > > > > The bipartisan agreement funds the government at 2023 levels through Nov. 17, ensuring pay for federal workers and the military, as well as extensions for other vital programs like the Feder [more]
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What’s Up with Real Estate?
What the Fed said… Everyone expected the Fed to skip a rate hike at the Sept 20 meeting, and that’s exa [more]
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Mortgage rates trended lower last week!
Mortgage rates trended lower last week despite strong jobs data and another federal funds rate hike from the Federal Reserve. Construction spending increased in March, while job openings fell to the l [more]
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What is Escrow?
> > > Escrow is a process that evolved to ensure protection for all parties to a real estate transaction. A “neutral third party” or “stakeholder” was nominated to hold the fun [more]
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