With California home prices rising rapidly, some home buyers are more than a little concerned that they won’t be able to meet soaring down payment demands. Unfortunately, higher prices are making it increasingly difficult for anyone to afford the prospect...more >>

How much higher will U.S. home prices go in the new housing boom? Few have given any weight to the proclamations of a subsequent housing bubble. In addition to the fact that Canada claims to have cracked the secret for...more >>

What real estate business lessons can be learned from the new film ‘300 Rise of the Empire?’ The new 3D sequel holds many lessons and tips for real estate investors, agents and business owners. So what takeaways are there for...more >>

What’s the best way to spend $470,000 in San Diego, California? San Diego offers endless ways to spend, blow and invest for those with an extra $470,000 burning a hole in their pockets. Having said that, how far will $470k...more >>

Even though the U.S. housing market is rebounding well, many are complaining that the property appraisal system is still broken. What’s wrong with the system? What can we expect from it in the near future? More importantly, how should home...more >>

What does the end of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac mean for home buyers, sellers and real estate investors? The announcement of a new bill to ‘wind down’ mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac dealt a crushing blow to...more >>

What lessons can real estate professionals glean from The Dallas Buyers Club? The 2013 film, The Dallas Buyers Club, was such a huge hit it made it back into theaters in March 2014. The movie, starring Matthew McConaughey, had already...more >>

One of the biggest concerns facing San Diego County real estate investors is finding more money to invest in property and working capital to grow their business. It is an essential part of business that not everyone knows how to...more >>

There have been lots of debates in the real estate industry over the last few weeks about the value of ‘local experts’ in relation to home buyers and sellers. There are still reservations as to whether or not a local...more >>

Customer service is one of the most important factors in real estate. All too often it is neglected, under-prioritized, and poorly delivered on. So why is service so vital for real estate professionals and companies? How can the reality of...more >>