Why Trump’s $200 Billion MBS Move Is Just a Temporary Patch — Not a Mortgage Rate Fix When headlines broke that Donald Trump ordered Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to purchase $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities (MBS), the implication was obvious: mortgage relief is coming. But anyone familiar ... » Learn More about Donald Trump Does Not Understand Mortgage Interest Rates
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Trump’s Tariffs Could Crush Your Home Buying Power — Here’s What to Do Now
San Diego Mortgage Rates: Why They Might Be Going Up, Not Down Many homebuyers in the San Diego housing market are holding out hope that mortgage interest rates will drop again — but I don’t see that happening. In fact, all signs point to rates going even higher. Here’s why: The 2020–2021 ... » Learn More about Trump’s Tariffs Could Crush Your Home Buying Power — Here’s What to Do Now
Which down payment strategy is right for you?
Must of us have heard the rule: Save for a 20-percent down payment before you buy a San Diego home or condominium. The logic behind saving 20 percent is solid, as it shows that you have the financial discipline and stability to save for a long-term goal. It also helps you get favorable rates from ... » Learn More about Which down payment strategy is right for you?
Short Sale Seasoning Requirements Will Change on August 16th, 2014
Short sale seasoning requirements will change on August 16th, 2014. You might be thinking what does this mean exactly and how long do I have to wait before I can get a new mortgage after a short sale in San Diego? Current seasoning periods for short sales under most conventional loan programs ... » Learn More about Short Sale Seasoning Requirements Will Change on August 16th, 2014
My San Diego Real Estate Predictions for 2014
My San Diego Real Estate Predictions for 2014: 2013 was a firestorm for San Diego real estate. For the first half of the year, we experienced a strong sellers market with multiple offers from home buyers on just about anything with walls, a door, and a roof. By the second half of 2013, San Diego ... » Learn More about My San Diego Real Estate Predictions for 2014
