by Heather | Jan 28, 2013 | TSMLS
Each year, the Western Mountain Resort Alliance – an organization which TSMLS belongs to – compiles its’ annual report for all resort member communities. Included is historical data for each of the resort-area MLS(s) that belong to WMRA. View the...
by Heather | Jan 21, 2013 | C.A.R., TSBOR, TSMLS
Talking Points … Most lenders require borrowers to pay private mortgage insurance (PMI) on mortgages in which borrowers make a down payment of less than 20 percent. PMI is designed to protect the lender in case the borrower defaults. Once a borrower has made enough...
by Heather | Jan 17, 2013 | C.A.R., TSBOR, TSMLS
Talking Points Many home buyers think that real estate auctions are the best way to get a good deal on a home. While there are certainly deals to be had, auctions also can be dangerous for buyers. Buyers planning to attend an auction are advised to do their homework...
by Heather | Jan 16, 2013 | TSBOR, TSMLS
The start of the new year brought more protections to California homeowners, mainly those who are trying to save their properties from being repossessed. The Homeowner Bill of Rights, signed by Gov. Jerry Brown in 2012, is a set of new laws that puts the onus on banks...
by Heather | Jan 14, 2013 | C.A.R., TSBOR, TSMLS
by Heather | Jan 9, 2013 | C.A.R., TSBOR, TSMLS
Talking Points … Most lenders require borrowers to pay private mortgage insurance (PMI) on mortgages in which borrowers make a down payment of less than 20 percent. PMI is designed to protect the lender in case the borrower defaults. Once a borrower has made enough...