Jobs, Employment Lake Forest, CA

With the nation still struggling out of the Great Recession, California’s overall job and unemployment rating is the 9th highest of all 50 states, at 5.9%. However, this ranking includes inland areas that have been hard hit: 8 of the 10 urban areas in the US with the...

First Time Homebuyer – Keep It Simple

Partner with Jackie at Right Choice Mortgage and find a place to call home The freedom and security that come from owning a home are major reasons to become a homeowner. Putting down roots frees you from rising rent, but it also grants you so much more. As a mortgage...

Mortgage Rates are LOW -2016 Forecast

If you are looking to purchase a new home or refinance in 2016, the news is good! Mortgage Rates are still low. Mortgage rates haven’t moved much in the past few years and have stayed between 3% and 4% for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage. Steady rates have helped home...

Groom Expo West – Pasadena

So…  It’s a Sunday and your out looking for something to do in Pasadena? We had a friend who was entered in the Creative Grooming Competition at Groom Expo West, so we thought we’d have a look around. As Poodle lovers, we knew we would be in for a...

10 Commandments During Home Loan Process

10 Commandments when Applying for a Home Loan in California 1. Thou shall not change jobs or become self-employed (The previous 2 years prior to applying is best to be stable at the same job) 2. Thou shall not buy a car, truck or van until “after” you...

Wondering About The Weather in Lake Forest?

 Wonder no more. The weather is, in a word, perfect. All of Southern California is known for its mild Mediterranean climate. Daytime highs in the summer average in the mid 70’s and in the winter in the mid 60’s. Even in the winter there are stretches of days in the...

Top 10 Ways to Prepare for Property Appraisal

& List of Top 10 Low Cost Improvements that Add BIG Value You sold your house! Or, you are thinking of getting a lower rate and refinancing your current mortgage. You are going to need property appraisal on your home. While the actual 10-12 page report may only...