A Buyer’s Market Takes Shape in 2025
“Discover the 2025 buyer’s market in Ventura & LA Counties with rising inventory & moderating prices. Learn how Shoket Properties can help you buy or sell!
Avoiding Unsolicited Mortgage Offers
Shoket Properties’ Irina and Jeff Shoket reveal how routine credit pulls during home buying in Ventura and West L.A. County can trigger a flood of unsolicited mortgage offers, compromising your privacy. Their practical guide empowers buyers to opt out of prescreened lists, ensuring a peaceful journey to owning a dream home in Conejo Valley or Malibu.
Creating a Defensible Space
Irina and Jeff Shoket of Shoket Properties explain how creating defensible space around your Ventura or West L.A. County home can shield it from wildfire threats, using strategic zones to manage vegetation and embers. This guide offers practical steps to enhance safety, boost property value, and meet California’s fire safety mandates.
Understanding Written Buyer Agreements
Written buyer agreements are designed to benefit you by clearly outlining the services your real estate agent will provide and detailing how they will be compensated. These agreements help to avoid misunderstandings and ensure that both you and your agent are on the same page from the start.
NAR Policy Changes Impacting Homebuying
When significant policy changes were announced by the NAR (National Association of Realtors) in March, it left many wondering how these updates would affect the market. As a homebuyer, it’s essential to understand these changes to navigate the homebuying process effectively.