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I didn’t realize reservations were required!

Has ever happened to you? You’re out with friends and decide to grab dinner. There’s a new place in town you’ve heard is fantastic. Rave reviews, amazing cuisine. Everyone’s excited.

You drive over, pay for parking, and sure enough, there’s a crowd. The atmosphere is perfect, the menu looks incredible. Mouths water, you can’t wait. You step up to put your name on the list and the hostess says: “Name for your reservation?”

“Reservation? I had no idea they were required!” Awkward apologies. They’re booked and you’re out of luck. Not even a seat at the bar. It’s embarrassing. Your friends are disappointed. So much for your recommendation.

It’s not so different when you’re thinking of buying a home and you haven’t spoken to a mortgage professional in advance. You can search, find the right home, negotiate a contract... then uh-oh. You find out you aren’t qualified.

If you’re thinking about beginning a home search soon, let me help you avoid disappointment. You'll get a picture of your credit score, the type of rate you’d pay, plus get the chance to correct any errors or problems on your credit report. A pre-qualification letter can have a direct impact on your ability to negotiate, too.

Would you like a list of mortgage professionals I know and personally trust? Just drop me a line at esperanza@esperanzabutler.com and I’d be glad to send you one.

Esperanza Butler

DRE. 01797405
Realtor, GRI, e-PRO, SFR
Rodeo Realty
21031 Ventura Blvd.#100
Woodland Hills, Ca. 91364
Cell: (818) 926-5425
Office: (818) 999-2030
Esperanza@EsperanzaButler.com
www.Esperanza4homes.com
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"GOD BLESS YOU IN MAKING THIS WORLD A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE IN"
Sound decisions can only be made with accurate and reliable information, and I am happy to be a trusted resource for you.

I look forward to answering any questions you may have and to the opportunity to be your Realtor now or in the near future.

I am here for all your real estate needs.

West Hills Ca- Woodland Hills Real Estate - Don’t miss out on these tax deductions

Don’t miss out on these tax deductions

As you probably know, you are entitled to many excellent tax benefits in terms of

home loan interest, property taxes, and other real estate-related issues. A few finer points to consider:

• You can fully deduct most interest paid on home mortgages, but you first must

distinguish qualified mortgage interest.

• You might be able to deduct points, also known as loan origination fees, maximum

loan charges, or loan discounts.

• If you have a vacation home and you didn’t rent it out, you can fully deduct the

mortgage interest.

For a deeper dive into any of these issues, you might want to check out the link to article I’ve included below

(as well as consult with your tax professional on any of these issues if you have further questions).

Home Ownership Tax Tips:

http://bit.ly/8OveFp

I hope you find this helpful and that this message finds you and yours in good spirits and health.

Esperanza Butler

DRE. 01797405
Realtor, GRI, e-PRO, SFR
Rodeo Realty
21031 Ventura Blvd.#100
Woodland Hills, Ca. 91364
Cell: (818) 926-5425
Office: (818) 999-2030
Esperanza@EsperanzaButler.com
www.Esperanza4homes.com
www.Activerain.com/Esperanza
http://goo.gl/tQnbs
http://goo.gl/ky7BA

Esperanza's Real Estate Report

Sound decisions can only be made with accurate and reliable information, and I am happy to be a trusted resource for you.

I look forward to answering any questions you may have and to the opportunity to be your Realtor now or in the near future.

Just thought you might find it interesting. Stay warm!

Did you know that there’s a simple trick you can use to help efficiently heat your home in the winter months? If you have ceiling fans, you might find this tip helpful:

In colder months, do you use your ceiling fan the right way?

In the summer they can provide cooling breezes, but during winter they can also assist in circulating warm air through your home. The trick is understanding the switch on the fan which controls the direction of the fan blades:

During the SUMMER months, the standard setting of COUNTERCLOCKWISE provides cooling down drafts.

During the WINTER months, the reverse setting of CLOCKWISE creates an opposing updraft, which redistributes the warm air which rises to the top of the room.

By pulling cooler air up from the ground, the warm air is more efficiently distributed throughout the home.

You may have a wall switch with controls fan direction, but most ceiling fans have a simple toggle-switch which controls the direction of the fan’s motor.

I like to help homeowners get the most out of their investment in their dream home. If you’re thinking about a move soon, please get in touch!

Esperanza Butler

DRE. 01797405
Realtor, GRI, e-PRO, SFR
Rodeo Realty
21031 Ventura Blvd.#100
Woodland Hills, Ca. 91364
Cell: (818) 926-5425
Office: (818) 999-2030
Esperanza@EsperanzaButler.com
www.Esperanza4homes.com
www.Activerain.com/Esperanza
http://goo.gl/tQnbs
http://goo.gl/ky7BA

Esperanza's Real Estate Report

Sound decisions can only be made with accurate and reliable information, and I am happy to be a trusted resource for you.

I look forward to answering any questions you may have and to the opportunity to be your Realtor now or in the near future.

The chaos of moving day is a prime time to forget or misplace essential items. When you’re preparing for the big move to your new home, the following items are some of the most overlooked (and the most sorely missed in a time of need!).

To prevent the hassle and heartbreak of forgotten possessions and lost information, make a check list containing the following items:

1. Jewelry, watches, and small valuables: These small, expensive and often irreplaceable items are best kept in a safe deposit box or kept with trustworthy friends or relatives on moving day.

2. Garage door opener: The old one won’t be of much use at your new house, will it? Be sure to leave it behind for the new owners. Also, make sure the old owners of your new house give you theirs!

3. Spare keys: Sets to your old house should remain with the new owners, but don’t forget sets to the new house! There’s nothing more frustrating than arriving at your new place without a way to get in.

4. Old address books: Yes, we all have fancy new smartphones, but it seems like families all have a well-worn phone book stashed in a spice drawer somewhere. These are practically family heirlooms of information, so don’t leave them behind.

5. Unfinished errands: Do you have any clothes at the dry cleaner? Books due to the library? What about other video game or DVD rentals? It can be a real hassle to settle up on these items from 100 miles away, right?

6. Medical records: While a lot of medical information is digital these days, you should make sure you don’t misplace your copies, including dental information and prescriptions. It’s easy to lose them at the bottom of a hastily thrown-away box.

I make sure my clients’ experience selling their old home and moving into their new dream home is a smooth transition.

If you’re interested in a hassle-free home selling experience, please get in touch today: Esperanza@EsperanzaButler.com. (818) 926-5425

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West Hills Ca - Real Estate - Woodland Hills Homes - We may not be in the “flipping days” of years past, but there are some good opportunities

Now is perhaps one of the best times in history to purchase a home. Low interest rates and unparalleled affordability have created a perfect storm for qualified buyers.

So does that mean the “flipping days” are here again? Probably not. While there may be shrewd investors out there who have the ability to squeeze out a profit on flipping properties in this market, the margins aren’t favorable and re-selling is tough.

It is, however, an excellent time for buyers looking for a long-term home investment, especially those who want to manage a rental property. There’s a good margin between true value and current prices, for one. Additionally, there’s great potential for higher rental values as rental inventory decreases under the pressure of potential buyers who can’t yet qualify for a loan.

Do you have a college graduate or newlywed child? Another great investment is the purchase of a home for someone in the family that may occupy it as a tenant until such time they can afford their own home.

If you’re curious about which neighborhoods would make the purchase of an investment property a good move, feel free to contact me today. I’d be happy to help advise you on an investment purchase.