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2014 Los Angeles County Fair Visit for Two or Four (Up to 51% Off)

 

2014 Los Angeles County Fair Visit for Two or Four on August 29 Through September 28 (Up to 51% Off)

County fairs are much more popular than county unfairs, where vendors hold cotton candy just out of reach and the strongman contest is rigged with balloon dumbbells. Level the playing field with this Groupon.

Choose Between Two Options

• $20 for two single-day general-admission tickets (up to $38 value)
• $37 for four single-day general-admission tickets (up to a $76 value)
• Click to see the fair's schedule.
• Children ages 5 and under get in free; tickets for children up to age 12 and seniors over age 60 regularly range from $6 to $12.

For Groupon.com link click HERE

Existing Home Sales: June 2014

Why the Second Half of 2014 Will Be Better Than the First

AlfonsGomezBroker.com - A report has come out stating that the housing market will have a better 2nd half of the year than the 1st. There will be speed bumps, mainly the holidays. People do not think of buying and selling homes during the holiday seasons, typically...

The report states these facts:

• Sales are inching up
• Foot traffic shows signs of rebounding
• Price growth is becoming more sustainable
• Housing inventory is inching up slowly

There are other factors to reach a 'normal' market status but we're definitely a lot closer than we have been in many years.

I do feel that the market will continue it's stabilizing pace in the 2nd half of the year and the real estate market will finish 2014 strong.

For the full Realtor Magazine article click HERE

Thinking of Paying Off Your Mortgage??

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - Paying the mortgage is typically our most expensive monthly expense. If you ever considered paying off your mortgage here are some questions to think about first:

1. Do You Have Other Debt Besides Your Home?
2. What's The 'Real' Interest Rate On Your Home Mortgage?
3. What Are You Earning Vs. What Are You Paying?
4. How Much Have You Saved?
5. Could Your Mortgage Payment Be Paid For You?

It is my opinion that living mortgage free to an ultimate goal for all of us within our life time. With proper planning and sacrifice it can be done!

For the full Forbes.com article click HERE

ATTN Parents - Thomas & Friends coming to So Cal!

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - ATTN: Parents with Thomas & Friends fans! Thomas & Friends is coming to Southern California:

When:     November 8, 9, 11, 15, & 16, 2014

Where:     Orange Empire Railway Museum
                 2201 South A Street
                 Perris, CA 92570

Ticket Price:     Price range $19.00 to $25.00

I've taken my son to this event and it is a blast!!

For all details and tickets click HERE

Foreclosure Timelines Grow Even Longer

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - Short sales have always taken a long time but now there's a new report stating that they are taking even longer... one word, WOW!

When the foreclosure waves were at their highest, I never liked short sales. Today I still don't recommend my buyers to actively search for short sale because I still see them on the market for over 1 year, in come cases. It is crazy and it doesn't make any sense for buyers to wait so long when there are plenty of standard sales out there.

For the full article click HERE

Home Prices Expected to Fall in Some Markets

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - Price reductions are slowly starting to become the norm in this market. In a lot of local markets homes are staying on the market longer and the volume of buyers has slowed.

We have about one and a half to two more solid months of the busiest selling season and this is not a great sign that homes are staying on the market longer.

The fact that homes are taking a bit longer doesn't mean the sky is falling, it actually means the markets are getting 'normal'... Homes should take approximately 45 days to sell.

At the end of the day, there is no perfect system to predict what's going to happen. The market is healthy and it is still a great time to jump in.

For the full article click HERE 

Foreclosure Activity Falls below Pre-Crisis Levels

 

 

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - The news that foreclosures have dropped below pre-crisis levels is great for those of us that want a "normal" market.

The only downfall to this is that there are less homes on the market, lower inventory. This is okay because this means more and more homes are for sale as regular/standard sales.

 

For the full article click HERE

The 5 Worst Things You Can Do Before Buying a Home

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - Preparing to buy a home is a huge undertaking and consumers must know that they must take control of their financial situation.

Here are 5 things you want avoid:

1. Go Credit-Crazy
2. Shuffle Dollars and Cents
3. Get Behind on Bills
4. Co-Sign on a Loan
5. Changes in Employment

For the full Realtor.com article click HERE

June 2014 Foot Traffic Indicator of Housing Future...

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - Foot traffic through the homes I'm currently listing for sale has slowed down. Above is a graph from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) that show exactly what I've seen in this current real estate market.

The slowing of foot traffic is a good thing for buyers because most of the time home sellers will be forced to consider lowered than asking price purchase contracts.

For the full article click HERE

Southland homes draw foreign cash

 

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - Cash is king regardless where it's coming from... It is no surprise that California is where a lot of people want to be but it still attracting more and more ALL CASH foreign home buyers.

 

According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR) there has been a 35% increase in cash buyers from overseas. With Los Angeles as the most popular destination, no shock there... and San Francisco coming in 2nd.

 

For the full L.A. Times article click HERE

 

 

School or Pool???

Bankruptcy and Home Loans

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - YES it is possible to get a home loan even with a Bankruptcy on your record! Many people believe that this is not possible but you can, CALL US today to get details on your specific situation.

More Home Owners Getting Bit by Selling Bug?

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - Another article came out last week about homeowners jumping into the market by selling their home. YES it is absolutely true, I see it here locally, Pomona, Diamond Bar, Chino, Chino Hills, San Dimas, etc.

Buyers are having more options and less competition because there seems to be less buyers.

It's a great time to sell, don't wait, summer will end soon! Call me TODAY :-) 909-524-6591

For the full RealtorMag.com article click HERE

TODAY - FAIRPLEX & Los Angeles County Fair Job Fair

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - Looking for a job?  Our neighbor, Los Angeles County Fair, is hiring part-time workers!

Bring your resume, smile and outstanding customer service.

Date: July 10, 2014

Time: 12:00pm to 4:00pm

Location: Plaza West Covina - 112 Plaza Drive, West Covina, CA, 91790 - Phone: (626) 960-8032

Los Angeles County Marketwatch Q2-2014

More Concert Serie acts announced @LA County Fair 2014!

 

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - Los Angeles County Fair - August 29 - September 28, 2014!

 

The following are the acts for this year's L.A. County Fair:

• Aug. 31st - Charlie Wilson
• Sept. 1st - David Nail
• Sept. 4th - Neon Trees
• Sept. 5th - War
• Sept. 6th - Pentatonix
• Sept. 7th - Roberto Tapia
• Sept. 10th - Third Day
• Sept. 11th - Boyz II Men
• Sept. 13th - R5
• Sept. 14th - Jennifer Nettles
• Sept. 18th - George Benson
• Sept. 24th - Jason Derulo
• Sept. 26th - Heart
• Sept. 27th - LL Cool J featuring DJ Z-Trip, Salt N Pepa
• Sept. 28th - Earth, Wind & Fire

For ticket information click HERE

Home Owner Offers Bentley to Buyer's Agent

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - There are many things a seller can do to encourage buyer's agents to show their home. Many people believe that the only things that can be offered is money, through commission.

A Fairfild, Conn. home owner and he's listing agent is offer a 2007 Bentley Convertible GTC to the buyer's agent PLUS the regular commission. They do this in the hope to increase foot traffic of their multi-million dollar home.

I'm thinking of showing this home to see if I can get that car!

For full article click HERE

8 Things Homebuyers Do That Annoy Sellers

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - There are many things that homebuyers do to annoy sellers but here's a list of 8 things that top the list:

1. Skip Appointments
2. Ignore 'house rules'
3. Nitpick
4. Present a Laundry List of Defects
5. Request Multiple 'Visits' Before Closing
6. Try to Renegotiate After Striking a Deal
7. Generate 'iffy' Commitment Letters
8. Rush the Closing Date

For the full RISMedia.com article click HERE

Pomona - NOT on the MARKET YET! Great Investment or First Time Buyer



 

319 La Mesa Street, Pomona, CA 91766

 

Asking ONLY $259,000!

 

• 2 bedroom
• 1 bathroom
• 729 Sq Ft
• 5,589 Sq Ft Lot
• Built in 1947

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - This home is perfect for first time home buyer or an investor because there is a lot of room to expand! The home is at the end of very nice residential home block. There is a large detached garage. Additionally, there is a lot of possibilities to upgrades and/or make the home bigger. It is fully fenced in and perfect for a family.

 

It is NOT on the market yet!

 

Call me TODAY for a private showing 909-524-6591 Cell/Text

What is PMI Insurance on a Mortgage?

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - One of the cost many home buyers don't think about is the PMI fees. PMI is Private Mortgage Insurance and it applies for any loans with less than 20% down payment. This cost is upfront and monthly for the life of the loan. It is strongly recommended that home buyers that have PMI refinance out of this type of loan.

For more information call Javier Hernandez at 562-843-6460.

Home Price Increases Decelerate

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - Prices of homes in our local market have slowed down a lot. There has been a healthy spike in homes for sale and a bit decrease of home buyers.

Homes are staying on the market just a bit longer and the buyers have more options.

This report does not surprise me one bit. I truly feel that we are closer to a "normal" market than we have been in a very long time.

For the full DSnews.com article click HERE

9 Things Rich People Do Differently Every Day

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - Your habits will dictate your future and you have 100% control of everything you do everyday!

Here are 9 things rich people do differently every day:

1. Rich people always keep their goals in sight
2. And they know what needs to be done today
3. They don't watch TV
4. They read... but not for fun
5. Plus, they're big into audio books
6. They make a point of going above and beyond at the office
7. They aren't hoping to win the jackpot
8. They watch their waistline
9. and they take care of their smile

My advise to you... make a left at the next stop...

For the full Entrepreneur.com article click HERE

4 Reason Homebuyer Should Be Happy

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - The real estate market is ever-so-slightly shifting. There are many more homes on the market right now. This works in the favor of homebuyers because they have more choices PLUS there seems to be less buyers in the market compared to 6 to 9 months ago...

Here are 4 reasons homebuyers should be happy:

1. More Options
2. Less Competition
3. Price rises are slowing
4. Low Borrowing Cost

For the full National Association of Realtors article click HERE

HSBC to Pay $10M to Settle Claims over Foreclosure Fees

AlfonsoGomezBroker.com - HSBC Bank is the second largest bank in the world and it's paying a fine to the U.S. federal government because of a third party, that stinks for them. The bank failed to establish a system to oversee the fees third party companies charged FHA loans in foreclosure for their services.

This management failure will cost them $10 Million. Now this is a lot of money but consider that HSBC has asset estimated to be $2.68 Trillion (source: bankrate.com), well I don't feel so bad for the bank...

For the full DSNews.com article click HERE