June 2009

Homeowners should be careful about how they hold title to properties

June 21, 2009 by Jane Peters · Leave a Comment 

Los Angeles Times article This important decision is often an afterthought during a sale but it has significant legal ramifications. By Lew Sichelman June 21, 2009 Reporting from Washington — The manner in which homeowners hold title to their properties has significant legal ramifications. Consequently, it’s not wise to leave this important decision to chance. Escrow agents will ask how you would prefer the title to read. But often the... [Read more...]

The Decline of the Los Angeles Home

June 3, 2009 by Realtyrank · Leave a Comment 

Let me tell you about the the pricing of the homes out here in Los Angeles. Right now San Diego and Los Angeles are making a little come back. Late last year the declines were 26-27% but now the declines are 24-23%. Los Angeles year-over-year price drops have been moderating now for the past five to six months. Right now both are clocking in yearly declines or only 22%. Southern California definitely appears to be on the leading edge of the national... [Read more...]