HARP 2.0…Who Will This Latest Version Help?
December 21, 2011 by Mark Estermyer · Leave a Comment
For homeowners whose current mortgage balance exceeds the value of their home…basically, you’re underwater on your mortgage; HARP 2.0 may be the golden key to a lower mortgage -payment. If you are current on your mortgage and have been unable to obtain a traditional refinance because the value of your home has declined, you may be eligible [...]
Should I Trust Zillow/Trulia In Determining A Homes Value
May 9, 2011 by Mark Estermyer · Leave a Comment
Do you want to get frustrated, look up the value of your home on Zillow…then Trulia or any other home value provider. San Bernardino and Riverside residents who would like to know the value of their house or the one they are looking to purchase, have generally relied upon websites like these to get a basic idea [...]
How Important Is Accurate Information During An Inland Empire Home Purchase
January 16, 2011 by Mark Estermyer · Leave a Comment
With E-mail, voice-mail, mobile phones, text messaging and so many other avenues an Inland Empire real estate professional has at their finger tips; one would wonder how a near critical error can happen in the eleventh hour of a real estate transaction. When just some basic professional guidelines are followed, this should never happen. Before even originating a [...]
Do I Need To Sell My Home Before I Can Qualify For A New Mortgage On Another Property?
April 1, 2010 by Mark Estermyer · Leave a Comment
Although every situation is unique, it is not uncommon for homebuyers in the Inland Empire to qualify for a mortgage on a new home while still living in their primary residence. Perhaps you are outgrowing your current house, or have been forced to relocate due to a job transfer? Regardless of the motivation for keeping one [...]
What Do Appraisers Look For When Determining A Property’s Value?
March 29, 2010 by Mark Estermyer · Leave a Comment
Most people are surprised to learn what appraisers actually look at when determining the value of a real estate property in the Inland Empire. A common misconception homeowners generally have is that the value of their home is determined after the appraiser has completed their physical property inspection. However, the appraiser actually already has a [...]
