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I Got Dressed Up For This
Grant Inaba of Compass and Mike Belfor of American Pacific Mortgage's weekly market chat about what we're seeing in the market. Here is...

Michael Belfor
Jan 26, 20211 min read


What Does 2021 Have in Store for Home Values?
According to the latest CoreLogic Home Price Insights Report, nationwide home values increased by 8.2% over the last twelve months. The...

Michael Belfor
Jan 25, 20212 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
Jan 20, 20213 min read


I Got Dressed Up For This
Grant Inaba of Compass and Mike Belfor of American Pacific Mortgage's weekly market chat about what we're seeing in the market. Here is...

Michael Belfor
Jan 19, 20211 min read


3 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
Jan 13, 20213 min read


Recent Move In Rates
Rates have risen a little recently, due to the market’s concern that there will be increased spending, debt, and inflation. The 10-Year...

Michael Belfor
Jan 8, 20211 min read


Everything You Need To Know About Mortgage Loan Servicing
You’ve submitted all your financial documents, completed your paperwork and secured your new home loan or refinance. Pop some champagne...

Michael Belfor
Jan 4, 20214 min read


Announcing the Return of 14-16 Day COE
Below is a recent example of how we work: On Tuesday, November 10, 2020, we ratified a contract with one of our buyers in El Sobrante,...

Michael Belfor
Dec 18, 20201 min read


There’s Still Much to Appreciate this Holiday Season
The 2020 holiday season will undoubtedly be one for the books. While the phrase “home for the holidays” may take on new meaning, there is...

Michael Belfor
Dec 17, 20204 min read


Surprising Factors that Influence Mortgage Interest Rates
Interest rates are one of the biggest factors that can influence your homebuying process. This little—or big—number can dictate how much...

Michael Belfor
Dec 9, 20204 min read


The Biggest VA Home Loan Myths—BUSTED!
The VA home loan program is an amazing benefit for our deserving active-duty service members, veterans, and surviving spouses of...

Michael Belfor
Dec 2, 20204 min read


The Real Scoop on Affordability
Home prices are appreciating, and they will continue to do so. So, does that mean they’re less affordable? The media mistakenly looks at...

Michael Belfor
Nov 25, 20201 min read


Loan Limits in 2021?
The question is there, are we going to get increased conforming loan limits in 2021? A quick video with some info below unpacks this as...

Michael Belfor
Nov 22, 20201 min read


How To Improve Your Credit Score
Some quick and easy tips unpacking how to improve credit with some basic and easy recommendations.

Michael Belfor
Nov 16, 20201 min read


How Your Military Service Can Help You Qualify for Affordable VA Loans
As an active-duty service member, veteran, or surviving spouse of a veteran, you’ve made your country proud and, now, we hope to do the...

Michael Belfor
Nov 11, 20203 min read


I Got Dressed Up For This
As we look towards the election, Grant and I unpack a few things to remember as it pertains to the political climate and housing as well...

Michael Belfor
Nov 3, 20201 min read


4 Reasons Why the Election Won’t Dampen the Housing Market
Tomorrow, Americans will decide our President for the next four years. That decision will have a major impact on many aspects of life in...

Michael Belfor
Nov 2, 20202 min read


Celebrating Halloween in 2020
Halloween, as well as our everyday lives, looks a bit different this year. We’re navigating through a pandemic and adapting at every...

Michael Belfor
Oct 26, 20203 min read


Differences Between a Second Home vs. an Investment Property
You have your primary residence, but you’re thinking about buying a second home. Congrats! Being in a position to purchase another...

Michael Belfor
Oct 19, 20203 min read


I Got Dressed Up For This
Grant Inaba of Compass and Mike Belfor of American Pacific Mortgage's weekly market chat about what we're seeing in the market.

Michael Belfor
Oct 15, 20201 min read
Content by The Belfor Team, Mortgage Lender California
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