Financing

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Buying a Home in Corona? Down Payment Strategies and Assistance Programs to Know Before You Start

The 20% down-payment myth has been around so long it probably has its own HOA....
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How Corona Buyers Can Negotiate a Better Home Purchase Without Losing the House

Every buyer wants a deal. Very few buyers want to lose the home they actually...
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Will Your Home Lose Value If You Wait to Sell?

The Assumption I Need to Correct FirstMost sellers who ask me "should I just wait?"...
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How Much House Can You Actually Afford Right Now?

The Number Your Lender Gives You Isn't the Number You Should UseHere's a conversation I...
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How Much Does a Mortgage Rate Change Actually Cost You Per Month?

I get this question at nearly every open house I hold in Corona: "Is it...
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Is It Actually a Good Time to Buy a Home Right Now?

Key TakeawaysYes, with caveats: national list prices fell 2.4% year-over-year in May 2026 while pending...
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Is It a Good Time to Sell Your Home Right Now, or Should You Wait?

The Question I Get Asked Constantly Right Now"Diana, should I list now, or wait for...
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What’s the Mortgage Rate Right Now, and Will It Go Down Before I Buy?

Key TakeawaysAs of late July 2026, 30-year fixed mortgage rates sit in the mid-6% range...
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What Is the Cost of Living in Corona CA vs Irvine CA?

Corona CA is significantly more affordable than Irvine CA -- particularly for housing, which is...
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How to Finance a Home in Corona in 2025

The 2025 Financing Landscape in Corona Mortgage rates have shifted dramatically the past few years,...