Today we are going to talk about how to use budget tracking apps but stay safe doing it… Budget tracking apps like Quicken and mint.com can be a great way to manage household finances. But considering all the personal financial information you enter into these apps, are they safe to use? Most experts agree the apps are generally safe; it’s the people using them who pose the greatest risk. Here are 7 tips for using a budget tracking app (while keeping your info safe)… If you are looking for a top-notch mortgage broker in El Dorado Hills call us at, 925-640-8521

Ok, today we are going to talk about how to furnish your home on a budget… If you’ve just bought a home, you may feel pressured to furnish the whole thing all at once, which can be expensive. But there are many ways to moderate costs. Here are 6 tips for furnishing your home on a budget… If you are looking for a top-notch mortgage broker in El Dorado Hills call us at, 925-640-8521

Ok, today we are going to talk about how to start investing… Obviously, there are several things to take care of before you can start investing. You need to cover rent or mortgage payments, monthly bills, groceries, etc., and you also need some money set aside for emergencies. But once you’ve accomplished that, it’s time to start investing for the future. Here are 5 steps to help you start investing… If you are looking for a top-notch mortgage broker in El Dorado Hills call us at, 925-640-8521

Ok, today we are going to talk about what to be aware of before moving from the city to the suburbs… For the young and single, the inner city has strong appeal. But as soon as there are kids, many couples are drawn to the suburbs. Less crowds and more open spaces become more enticing. If you don’t want to sacrifice quality of life, choose the suburb carefully. Here are 4 pitfalls to avoid when moving from the city to the suburbs… If you are looking for a top-notch mortgage broker in El Dorado Hills call us at, 925-640-8521

Ok, today we are going to talk about 4 ways to improve technology throughout your home… With growing numbers of us working and learning from home, it’s more essential now than ever before that our homes can accommodate modern technologies. Whether you’re looking to update your home, or on the market for a new home, there are a few things to do and look for to update your home. Here are 4 ways to give your home a tech tune up… If you are looking for a top-notch mortgage broker in El Dorado Hills call us at, 925-640-8521

Ok, today we are going to talk about 5 things you need to know about foreclosures… Heaven forbid, you get several months late on mortgage payments, your lender’s last resort is to initiate foreclosure. This is a lengthy and expensive process for your lender, but its impact on you can be even more negative. Here’s 5 facts you need to know about the foreclosure process… If you are looking for a top-notch mortgage broker in El Dorado Hills call us at, 925-640-8521

Ok, today we are going to talk ways to access the home equity… If you’re equity rich and cash poor, it might make sense to draw equity from your home. Here are 3 ways to access the equity in your home… If you are looking for a top-notch mortgage broker in El Dorado Hills call us at, 925-640-8521

Ok, today we are going to talk about 3 things you need to do before house hunting… Finding for your dream home is a lot easier if you get your finances in shape before you start looking. If you’re thinking about buying within the next year, now’s the perfect time to start preparing. Here are the first 3 steps to take before house hunting… If you are looking for a top-notch mortgage agent in Barrie call us at, 705-252-5199

Ok, today we are going to talk about 5 things to look for and be aware of if they get noted in your home inspection… As any good Realtor will advise you, don’t even think about buying a house without a home inspection. Before you get emotionally attached to a home, invest a few hundred dollars in a thorough, professional home inspection. And if your report includes any of the following issues, consider walking away. Here are 5 home inspection red flags… If you are looking for a top-notch mortgage agent in Barrie call us at, 705-252-5199

Ok, today we are going to talk about an important thing you should do before you buy in an area… test drive the neighbourhood! You wouldn’t think of buying a car without driving it first. And buying new shoes usually involves wearing them around the store a couple of times. So how do you know you’ll actually like the neighbourhood you’re considering, unless you try it out? Here are 4 ways to test drive a neighbourhood… If you are looking for a top-notch mortgage agent in Barrie call us at, 705-252-5199

Ok, today we are going to talk about how to shop for a house during a crazy time like a pandemic… Whether you’re house hunting during flu season or a pandemic, here are 5 tips for successful and safe house hunting during a pandemic… If you are looking for a top-notch mortgage agent in Barrie call us at, 705-252-5199

Welcome to Real Estate Marketing Sin #4. Most Realtors tend to be "hunters" instead of "harvesters". Top producers, on the hand, understand the importance of both. They understand that a new customer typically costs 5 to 10 times more than a repeat customer. That's why they focus on getting 60% to 70% of their business from their existing client database through referrals and repeat business -- and you should too! Here's how they do it. For more information call us at, 925.640.8521 or visit https://www.1stchoicemortgageca.com

Welcome to Real Estate Marketing Sin #3. Ever wondered how fast food franchises like McDonalds or Wendy's run like finely-oiled cash machines? Notice how they do the same things, the same way, every single time. Unfortunately, most Realtors never take the time to "systematize" their business, which results in duplication, waste, chaos and ultimately, lost sales. Here are 4 types of "systems" to implement in your biz... For more information call us at, 925.640.8521 or visit https://www.1stchoicemortgageca.com

Welcome to Real Estate Marketing Sin #2. In today's video, you'll learn the importance of planning. Studies show that small businesses that create -- and consistently use --marketing plans experience an average of 30% higher sales than those who don't. Wouldn't you like to increase your sales by 30%? Here are 4 Simple Steps for Creating an Effective Marketing Plan...For more information call us at, 925.640.8521 or visit https://www.1stchoicemortgageca.com

Have you ever wondered why some Realtors® quickly skyrocket to success while the majority continues to struggle just to eke out a meager existence? Little things make a big difference. That's true in marriage, parenting, and in marketing yourself as a Realtor. Too often as business owners we get caught up in the "thick" of "thin things" and we lose touch with what really drives success in our business. In this new 8-part video series, I'm going to highlight 8 deadly real estate marketing sins that could be crippling your business growth. For more information call us at, 925.640.8521 or visit
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Ok, today we are going to talk about 5 things to look for and be aware of if they get noted in your home inspection… As any good Realtor will advise you, don’t even think about buying a house without a home inspection. Before you get emotionally attached to a home, invest a few hundred dollars in a thorough, professional home inspection. And if your report includes any of the following issues, consider walking away. Here are 5 home inspection red flags… If you're looking for a top-notch Mortgage Broker in El Dorado Hills, call us at (925)640.8521

Ok, today we are going to talk about an important thing you should do before you buy in an area… test drive the neighbourhood! You wouldn’t think of buying a car without driving it first. And buying new shoes usually involves wearing them around the store a couple of times. So how do you know you’ll actually like the neighbourhood you’re considering, unless you try it out? Here are 4 ways to test drive a neighbourhood… If you're looking for a top-notch Mortgage Broker in El Dorado Hills, call us at (925)640.8521

Ok, today we are going to talk about how to shop for a house during a crazy time like a pandemic… Whether you’re house hunting during flu season or a pandemic, here are 5 tips for successful and safe house hunting during a pandemic… If you're looking for a top-notch Mortgage Broker in El Dorado Hills, call us at (925)640.8521

Ok, today we are going to talk about 3 things you need to do before house hunting… Finding for your dream home is a lot easier if you get your finances in shape before you start looking. If you’re thinking about buying within the next year, now’s the perfect time to start preparing. Here are the first 3 steps to take before house hunting… If you're looking for a top-notch Mortgage Broker in El Dorado Hills, call us at (925)640.8521

Ok, today we are going to talk about when the best time to do certain updates on your home is… Timing renovations can be tricky. The sooner you remodel, the longer you have to enjoy your beautiful new home. But if you remodel too far in advance of selling, everything’s going to look outdated by the time you list your home. Here’s a yearly schedule broken down that will help you know when to update what… If you are looking for a top-notch mortgage agent in Whitby call us at, 647-895-0201