Understanding the Latest Home Building Technology
Home building has seen some major transformation in the past few years, even if the adoption rates among construction [...]
Refis up Another 10% as Rates Revisit Recent Lows
Declining interest rates made for another strong week for mortgage applications. The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) said its Market Composite [...]
How to Buy a Small Multifamily Property (A Step-by-Step Case Study for Newbies!)
I really like small multifamily properties, and I talk about them an awful lot. Several months ago, I wrote [...]
Appraisals are no longer required on some home sales of $400,000 and under
Regulators raise appraisal threshold for first time since 1994 Beginning Oct. 9, 2019, certain home sales of $400,000 and under [...]
With California’s high power rates, will all-electric homes be affordable?
California has some of the highest average residential electric rates in the country, but average monthly bills are among the lowest [...]
California in-law units could be easier to build and less expensive under new bills
The governor has until Oct. 13 to act on several bills. Lawmakers are optimistic the measures will be signed. [...]
Which Mortgage Is Better? ARM vs. Fixed Rate.
If you’re raring to buy a home, chances are you’re weighing the merits of an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) and a [...]
Try These 5 Houseplants to Cleanse the Air and Ease Stress
Cultivate the right kinds of greenery, you might just garner more happiness, cleaner air to breathe, and other cool [...]
Most Californians Are Here To Stay
We are ready to help you find the best possible mortgage solution for your situation. Contact Sheila Siegel at Synergy [...]
5 Important Things You Should Know Before You Buy a Fixer-Upper.
Thinking about buying a fixer-upper? Join the club. Blame it on the popularity of renovation reality TV or just [...]