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    The New Normal??

    As you’ve likely seen on all the major news websites, mortgage rates are now at the highest level since the spring of 2002. Here’s a brief overview of what’s happening.

    Mortgage News Da...

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    How Inflation Affects Mortgage Rates

    If you've read about the housing market recently in the news, you may have seen talk about a decision made by the Federal Reserve (the Fed) to raise rates. But how does this decision affect you and your plans to buy a home? Here’s what you ne...

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    FOR SALE: Westlake Colony Townhome

    31015 Old Colony Way | Westlake Village, CA 91361
    3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 1610 SF | Offered at $899,000
    Immaculate, charming townhome in gated Westlake Colony with an incredible entertainment patio. This beautiful multi-level unit is on ...

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    FOR SALE: Walnut Acres Contemporary Farmhouse

    23352 CALIFA ST | WOODLAND HILLS
    5 Bedrooms | 4.5 Bathrooms | 4410sf  | Offered at $3,499,000
    Contemporary entertainers' estate in the heart of desirable Walnut Acres. This stunning, gated property is situated on a flat corner lot and ha...

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    How Far Have Prices Fallen?

    Hey everyone! Jason and Missy Improta with The Improta Team, here at eXp.
    Home prices have NOT fallen that far!
    The typical home in the United States right now, is selling for about $383,000.
    Which is down from the peak last year in June. ...

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    More Important Than Mortgage Rates!

    If you're thinking about selling your house, it's probably because something in your life has changed. Mortgage rates might affect what you can afford, but it's important to remember why you want to move.
    Mortgage rates have gone up, so some p...

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    Are Houses Selling Themselves? 🤔

    🤔I don’t see a lot of houses randomly uploading themselves into the MLS.
    🤔 I have never seen a house comb through a dozen multiple offers until midnight.
    🤔 I don’t see a lot of houses providing a comprehensive value matrix of t...

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    Don’t buy a home in 2023…

    Until you do these eight things.
    1. Okay. Number one, please get pre approved for a loan! The market's really hot. If you are not pre approved for a loan, you're not going to get the house.
    2. You also want to ask them what your PITI is...

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