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Beware of Homeowner "Final Notice" Letters... Read the fine print
I recently received a call from a past client who received a letter similar to this one. Unfortunately, I was unable to prevent them from paying for a home warranty they didn't need.
I want to caution you about letters that arrive in the mail and use scare tactics to prompt action. These third-party entities may attempt to sell you unnecessary life insurance, home warranties, or even charge you for a copy of your deed of trust. In this week's Saturday Strategy video, I will share an example of a mailer I recently received.
It is crucial to carefully read the fine print and remember that you can always send us a photo of the mailer to obtain our opinion before taking any action.
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Your House Hasn’t Sold Yet. Should You Rent It Out Instead?
When your house sits on the market longer than expected, it can get frustrating fast. You start asking: what now? And for a growing number of homeowners, that turns into: should I just rent it instead? While it sounds like a simple backup plan, becoming “accidental landlord” is actually a much bigger decision than most people realize. That’s when someone…
Before You Fall in Love with a House, Do This First.
Be honest. Have you started looking at homes online yet? If you have, it’s already time to get pre-approved. Because here’s what not enough people know. If buying a home is on your radar – even if it’s more of a someday plan than a right now plan – you don’t want to wait until later on in the process to tackle…
Don’t Let Home Prices Headlines Fool You
Spend about 5 minutes online searching for news about the housing market, and odds are you’ll see something pop up about home prices. You may even stumble onto social media influencers saying we’re headed for a crash. Let’s get you the context you need. The truth is prices are going to vary depending on where you…
Before You Fall in Love with a House, Do This First.
Be honest. Have you started looking at homes online yet? If you have, it’s already time to get pre-approved. Because here’s what not enough people know. If buying a home is on your radar – even if it’s more of a someday plan than a right now plan – you don’t want to wait until later on in the process to tackle…
How a Reverse Mortgage Became a Wealth Transfer Tool
Most people hear “reverse mortgage” and think last resort. That’s incomplete. In the right situation, a reverse mortgage can become a tool to preserve other assets, create flexibility, and improve what eventually gets passed on to family. I recently reviewed a past client scenario that showed exactly that. A couple in their 80s had a…
This’ll Change What You Think About Investors in Today’s Housing Market
There’s a lot of noise out there right now about investors in the housing market. Some headlines make it sound like big Wall Street firms are buying up everything in sight. And if you’re trying to purchase a home yourself, that can make it feel like the odds are stacked against you. But when you…
The Housing Market Is Shifting Again—But Not How You Think
Inside Lending – Week of March 30, 2026 nside Lending – Week of March 30, 2026 QUOTE OF THE WEEK “Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it.”—Henry David Thoreau, Essayist, poet, and philosopher NATIONAL MARKET UPDATE Inventory gains and declining home prices continue to create more favorable conditions…
The Best Week To List Your House Is Just Around the Corner
While the Spring season consistently offers up some of the best conditions for home sellers, Realtor.com says there’s one window where the stars really seem to align year after year. And it’s coming up fast. Based on their analysis of historical trends, the ideal week to put your house on the market this year is: April 12–18. And here’s why this window stands…
You Can’t Control What’s Happening with Mortgage Rates. But You Can Control This.
Mortgage rates have been volatile lately. And if you’re thinking about buying a home, that can make it harder to plan. But there are still things you can do to get the best rate possible in today’s market. It starts with having the right information. So, what’s causing the bumps in rates? And what can…
The Remodel You’ve Been Dreaming About May Be Closer Than You Think
That kitchen you’ve been mentally redesigning… The bathroom that really needs a refresh… Or the outdoor space you keep saying you’ll get to someday… What if you already have what you need to finally make it happen? Because a growing number of homeowners are realizing just that. Homeowners are expected to spend over $522 billion on home…
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