Christmas Tree Taxes and Home Buyers in Santa Clarita Valley

Santa Clarita Valley Winter Skies

Santa Clarita Valley Winter Skies

Whether you’re concerned about the Christmas Tree Tax or not, you may have been dreaming of being in a new Santa Clarita home for Christmas.

So, with over half the homes on the market in Santa Clarita Valley being distressed properties – short sales and bank owned homes, how can a first time home buyer be happily settled in their home by Christmas?

It is common for a new buyer to be excited about their home purchase only to hear horror stories that their loan may be denied or the offer may fall through. There are certain steps that can help move the closing process along. here’s a few tips and quick close solutions:

  1. Know what you can afford
  2. Know your credit score
  3. State all financial information upfront and truthfully
  4. Provide paper and electronic copies of all financial documents to your lender
  5. Ask the right questions and think ahead.

Working with a knowledgeable Santa Clarita  Realtor and lender will enable the process to go much more smoothly.

View current Santa Clarita homes for sale.  A standard sale can close in 30 days, which mean you’re in your new home by Christmas! And, given as cold as has been….maybe it will be  a white Christmas!!

Contact Tricia La Motte to find that special home and get settled in time for Christmas.

 

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