Local teachers in Santa Maria & Lompoc may be eligible for the home ownership loan programs available through the California State Teachers Retirement Program ("Cal STRS'). … [Read more...]
Where Have all the Houses Gone in Santa Maria – Orcutt?
07/15/2009 By 2 Comments
When I searched the MLS for active properties this morning, I came up with 158 single family homes or condos for sale in the Santa Maria and Orcutt areas. 29 of those listings are … [Read more...]
The Las Brisas Community in Orcutt CA
03/24/2009 By 1 Comment
Although not a gated community, Las Brisas offers a private setting for those who desire relative seclusion. There are two entrances into Las Brisas and the streets curve into an … [Read more...]
Central Coast Investor Tip — 20% Down Payment Required
03/22/2009 By Leave a Comment
For those looking to buy your first rental property, or pick up an extra one now that prices make sense again, be aware that lenders have rolled back the down payment requirements … [Read more...]
The Santa Maria Real Estate Market is Hot!
03/21/2009 By 1 Comment
I know the media is saying that the real estate market is in the dumps. And I guess if you were hoping to get housing boom era prices for your home, it is. But if you are a Santa … [Read more...]
Can I find 100% Financing in the Central Coast market?
03/09/2009 By Leave a Comment
I get this question all the time from buyers looking to jump into the market. For the most part, the answer to that is no. There is a program through the USDA that provides 100% … [Read more...]
Buying Central Coast Foreclosures: Pre-Qualification Blues
03/03/2009 By Leave a Comment
Home buyers focusing on central coast foreclosure properties are running up against lender pre-qualification requirements when bidding for bank owned properties. Many bank owned … [Read more...]
Santa Barbara County Property Tax Informal Assessment Review Requests Due March 15, 2009
02/28/2009 By Leave a Comment
For those who wish to request an informal property tax review from the Santa Barbara County Assessors office, the deadline to apply is March 15, 2009. It appears that the … [Read more...]
Buying Central Coast Foreclosed Properties at Auction
02/25/2009 By 1 Comment
I attended a foreclosed home property auction hosted by Hudson & Marshall in Ventura last evening. Fortunately, my client was successful in his bid so it was worth the trip … [Read more...]
