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Cali's Corner // The Rise of Barkitecture

The phrase “you’re in the dog house” has a whole new meaning with the continued rise of the architectural trend known as Barkitecture (it first became mainstream with the celebrity-studded Quibi show of the same name). While accommodating our furry, four-legged family members in home design has long been a priority for many homeowners, the demand for certain pet-centric features has inspired a more formulaic approach to design.

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Today’s Housing Market Is Nothing Like 15 Years Ago

There’s no doubt today’s housing market is very different than the frenzied one from the past couple of years. In the second half of 2022, there was a dramatic shift in real estate, and it caused many people to make comparisons to the 2008 housing crisis. While there may be a few similarities, when looking at key variables now compared to the last housing cycle, there are significant differences.

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Don’t Wait for a Lower Mortgage Rate – It Could Cost You

Today’s housing market is truly one for the record books. Over the past year, we’ve seen the lowest mortgage rates in history. And while those rates seemed to bottom out in January of this year, the golden window of opportunity for buyers isn’t over just yet. If you’re one of the buyers who worry they’ve missed out, rest assured today’s mortgage rates are still worth taking advantage of.

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Home Equity Loans, HELOCs and Fed Rate Changes — What to Consider Before Borrowing

Homeowners can use the equity in their homes to pay for home improvement projects, college tuition, medical bills and other expenses. Equity is the calculated difference between the current market value of the residence and the principal balance owed on any loans secured by the property. Home Equity Loans and Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs) are two forms of low-interest rate financing. They allow borrowers to access equity without selling their homes.

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We Bought a House!

As a Realtor for more than 20 years, and a manager for several of those, I have witnessed or been a part of hundreds, or even thousands, of transactions. But it’s one thing to guide people through the process, it’s another thing entirely to also be the client.

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