Check out the full YouTube video of this article by clicking on the image above. When it comes to buying, agents are always sharing tips on what you should do. Save up money, get a pre-approval, find an agent, and find a home.   Of course, you and I both know it’s not that easy.   In fact, there are actually certain things that you should absolutely NOT do when preparing to buy a home, that I feel so few agents talk about.   What’s crazy is, for some of these, if you do them,

As of 11/3/25 Let’s face it. Buying a home is not easy, especially for first-time home buyers. Interest rates are high. Prices are high. Inventory is low. And competition is fierce.     The good news is, there are still ways to purchase your first or even next home and still make it affordable.   And that is through the help of down payment assistance programs.   Hi, my name is Dominique, I’m a realtor in Southern California, and I’ve seen firsthand how down payment assistanc

The following is an extensive list of resources on recovery for those affected by the Palisades, Hurst, and Eaton fires.