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Down Payment Assistance: The Difference Between Gift Funds, Grants, and Loans
Down payments can be one of the most daunting parts of the homebuying process. We all know, it’s a lot of money! Thankfully, you don’t...

Michael Belfor
Aug 17, 20214 min read


What You Need to Know about Sales Price vs. Appraised Value
Like any other item for sale, the value of a home can be viewed two ways: the price you pay for a home, which can be the list price—or a...

Michael Belfor
Aug 10, 20215 min read


Is the Housing Boom Over?
The latest Mortgage Bankers Association data shows that home purchase applications are down 18% year over year. The media is...

Michael Belfor
Aug 9, 20211 min read


10 Ways to Win a Bidding War on a House
In today’s competitive housing market, there’s a good chance that your offer won’t be the only one a seller is entertaining. It’s not...

Michael Belfor
Aug 3, 20216 min read


Buy A House with No Down Payment
Do you want to achieve the dream of homeownership but dread the looming down payment you’ll need? Figuring out how to come up with a down...

Michael Belfor
Jul 28, 20213 min read


How Much One Extra Mortgage Payment Can Save You
You finally own that home you always wanted and are benefiting from the financial perks, but with a new home comes monthly mortgage...

Michael Belfor
Jul 24, 20213 min read


Is Housing Slowing?
Are you thinking about purchasing a home, but media headlines have you wondering if we’re headed for the next housing bubble?

Michael Belfor
Jul 21, 20211 min read


Ways to Get Creative when Paying Closing Costs
You finally found your dream home and feel like you’re ready to start down that road to homeownership. It’s such an exciting time! But...

Michael Belfor
Jul 14, 20213 min read


How APM Helps Buyers Stand Out in a Competitive Market
Low interest rates, even lower housing inventory, and tons of competition. That’s today’s housing market in many areas around the...

Michael Belfor
Jul 7, 20215 min read


Affordable Housing Options
A quick video unpacking some fantastic options for homebuyers, utilizing some truly fantastic programs. To find out more or get started...

Michael Belfor
Jun 23, 20211 min read


Keys On Time Guarantee. It's Back + Aggressive.
A short video unpacking this incredible program that we just brought back. This can be coupled with our 15 Day COE. To find out more on...

Michael Belfor
Jun 16, 20211 min read


Strategy: Help with Higher Bids and Beating Cash Offers
Over 60% of homes are being sold in a bidding war and over 25% of homes are being bought with cash. The only way to beat a higher bid,...

Michael Belfor
Jun 15, 20211 min read


3 Things You Can Do to Prepare to Buy a House
Interest rates are still attractive, and inventory is creeping up, which means now is a great time to jump into the housing market!...

Michael Belfor
Jun 9, 20215 min read


How To Qualify As A Police Or Correctional Officer For Our Star Loan Program
We salute our police and correctional officers. They sacrifice day in and day out in their line of work to keep our homes, streets,...

Michael Belfor
Jun 1, 20212 min read


Re-Introducing Our Keys On Time Program
You’re ready to take the next step toward homeownership, but want to stand out from the crowd of other buyers when it comes time to put...

Michael Belfor
May 26, 20213 min read


The Top 9 Benefits of a VA Loan
Veterans and service members have had the VA home loan benefit since 1944, and with millions eligible, there are still questions about...

Michael Belfor
May 25, 20212 min read


How to Qualify for First Time Home Buyer Programs
Want to know if you qualify for our first-time buyer programs? These programs are specifically designed to help first-time home buyers...

Michael Belfor
May 18, 20214 min read


Inflation Is On the Rise
You may have heard that inflation is on the rise – and that's important because inflation drives interest rates.

Michael Belfor
May 14, 20211 min read


Apps for House Hunting and Buying
Whether you are considering to rent or buy a home, you may want the convenience of technology to help you through the process. We’ve got...

Michael Belfor
May 11, 20213 min read


Top 10 Things to Do Outside with Kids This Spring
The flowers are popping, the rabbits are hopping, and that dark winter sky is in the rearview mirror. That can only mean one thing:...

Michael Belfor
May 4, 20214 min read
Content by The Belfor Team, Mortgage Lender California
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