Blog | Pamela Punzalan REALTOR

Apr 23, 20222 min read

How To Approach Rising Mortgage Rates as a Buyer

In the last few weeks, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac inched up to 5%. While that news may have you questioning...

Apr 19, 20222 min read

On the Fence of Whether or Not To Move This Spring? Consider This.

If you’re thinking of selling your house, it may be because you’ve heard prices are rising, listings are going fast, and sellers are...

Apr 11, 20223 min read

6 Products that Automate Your Cleaning

Your free time is precious, so it can be frustrating when you spend hours cleaning only to realize you’ve missed a spot or two. Like most...

Mar 8, 20222 min read

How Global Uncertainty Is Impacting Mortgage Rates

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, you’ll want to keep a pulse on what’s happening with mortgage rates. Rates have been...

Mar 5, 20223 min read

We're Putting Up Walls Again -- Is the Open Floor Plan on Its Way Out?

In the interior design industry, trends can come and go faster than you can drape a throw blanket over your sofa or armchair. More times...

Mar 1, 20222 min read

An Expert Advisor Will Give You the Best Advice in Today’s Market

Having an experienced guide coaching you through the process of buying or selling a home is important in a normal market – but today’s...

Feb 22, 20222 min read

The Perks of Owning More Than One Home

Many things have changed over the past couple of years, and real estate is no exception. One impact is an increased desire to own more...

Feb 18, 20222 min read

Don’t Let Student Loans Delay Your Homeownership Dreams

If you’re looking to buy a home, you may be wondering how your student loan debt could impact those plans. Do you have to wait until...

Feb 10, 20222 min read

The Path To Homeownership Can Be Steeper for Some Americans

As we celebrate Black History Month, we honor and recognize the past and present experiences of Black Americans. A significant part of...

Feb 1, 20222 min read

Owning Is More Affordable than Renting in the Majority of the Country

If you were thinking about buying a home this year, but already pressed pause on your plans due to rising home prices and increasing...

Jan 25, 20222 min read

Why Pre-Approval Is Key for Homebuyers in 2022

You may have heard that it’s important to get pre-approved for a mortgage at the beginning of the home buying process, but what does that...

Jan 20, 20223 min read

Buyers Want To Know: Why Is Housing Supply Still So Low?

One key question that’s top of mind for homebuyers this year is: why is it so hard to find a house to buy? The truth is, we’re in the...

Jan 18, 20223 min read

Sellers: Don’t Wait Until Spring To Make Your Move

As you plan out your goals for the year, moving up to your dream home may top the list. But, how do you know when to make your move? You...

Jan 17, 20224 min read

Buying a Second Home

For many people, owning a home is a lifelong dream. For others, owning a second home can be just as important. There are a variety of...

Jan 11, 20222 min read

Real Estate Professionals Are Experts at Keeping You Safe When You Sell

If you’re on the fence about whether or not you want to sell your house this year, there’s good news. For nearly two years, real estate...

Jan 6, 20223 min read

Why Selling Your House with a Real Estate Professional Is Essential

Selling your house is no simple task. And when you sell on your own – known as a FSBO (or For Sale by Owner) – you’re responsible for...

Dec 6, 202112 min read

SB 9 Overview

What does SB 9 require? This law requires that a city or county ministerially approve without discretionary review or a hearing either or...

Dec 6, 20213 min read

The Top 8 Home Improvement Projects for Winter

While winter is the season when you may want to curl up under a blanket to stay warm and cozy, it doesn’t mean you should take a break...

Nov 18, 20212 min read

Why a Wave of Foreclosures Is Not on the Way

With forbearance plans coming to an end, many are concerned the housing market will experience a wave of foreclosures similar to what...

Nov 4, 20214 min read

Fireplace Maintenance Tips

Nothing beats relaxing by the fire on a fall evening. A fireplace is a welcome addition to any room, whether you are entertaining guests...