Is it true that Freddie Mac benefits when homeowners can’t refinance?

How would you like it if your bank made more money when you couldn’t pay your mortgage or if they refused to refinance you, than they would make if you could make your payment and refinance? Essentially NPR and ProPublica have pointed out that Freddie Mac made investments in certain types of securities that can [...]

Getting Answers to Your Bank of America Short Sale Questions

I got this email from Bank of America today becuase I work on a lot of their short sales every year.  I wanted to pass it along just in case you need some help. “Need a status update on your short sale? Want help with an issue that’s delaying the process? Having trouble getting responses? Your [...]

Central Corona CA Church Building For Sale

This Church, located in Central Corona near Grand and S. Main is perfect for a growing church. The 3,500 sqft building includes a main santuary holds up to 120 people, kitchen, and three classrooms. The 7,920 sqft lot includes a large cement patio and a large covered outdoor fellowship hall. This is a great place [...]

Rent v. Buy – The Results Are In…Or Are They?

Here is a great article by the KCM Blog about renting v. buying. You can link directly to the article here: http://www.kcmblog.com/2012/01/10/9947/ In Real Estate, Keeping Current Matters! by The KCM Crew on January 10, 2012 There is too much misinformation being spread about today’s real estate market. Studies are being misinterpreted. Prominent names are [...]

What are others saying about Aaron Zapata?

I just received this letter from a past client. It’s a great reminder to me of why I do what I do! “Dear Aaron, We are writing this letter to express our deep gratitude for representing us in the sale of our home. You made the complex process of a short sale seem extremely uncomplicated. [...]

Yorba Linda Real Estate Market Update – Bank Repo Numbers Decline

Estate Taxes for 2010 Deaths

I got this from my accountant. I can forward you his contact information if you have any questions.  I do not give tax advice. For estates of individuals who died in 2010, executors have until January 17, 2012, to elect not to have estate tax apply and to have the beneficiary’s basis in property received [...]

Lake Arrowhead Cabin – Retreat – Vacation Home – Year Around Living For Sale

The sun has risen and the shadows are fading on Orange County Real Estate

The sun has risen and the shadows are fading. The so-called shadow inventories of foreclosed homes have all but disappeared here in Southern California. As you can see from this map, the worst is behind us here in Orange County.  New England, however, is a different story.  Fortunately for us, we have better days ahead. [...]

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