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abigail dotson
prudential california realty
11677 San Vincente Blvd.
Suite 307
Los Angeles, CA 90049
abigail at abigaildotson.com
direct 310•820•9398
fax 323•932•9052

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For Buyers

The Top Five Worst Things About Becoming a Homeowner

The Loan. You really are a slave to your mortgage.
Maintenance. You no longer have a landlord to call when the plumbing backs up.
It's a Gamble. When “The Big One” hits, you could lose. Big Time.
R & R. You will probably not be able to afford a vacation for a long time.
Tax. Property Tax. Need I say more?

The Top Five Best Things About Buying A House

Security. You can stay as long as you want, and no one ever raises the rent.
Independence. You don’t have to ask anyone before you paint the kitchen blue.
Tax. The tax write off from your mortgage makes your Christmas bonus seem like pennies.
Privacy. If crappy neighbors move in next door, you just put up a bigger fence.
Investment. Imagining the sizable in growth in your bank account when you become a seller.

Buying a Home 101

Read the quick guide to buying a home.

Buyers' Resources

School Finder: http://search.lausd.k12.ca.us/cgi-bin/fccgi.exe?w3exec=schfinder0
CB Mortgage Resources (Including daily updated mortgage rates) http://coldwellbanker.com/real_estate/Mortgage_Resources
Walk Score: helps homebuyers, renters, and real estate agents find houses and apartments in great neighborhoods. Buying a house in a walkable neighborhood is good for your health and good for the environment. http://www.walkscore.com
Crime Maps: http://lapdonline.org/crime_maps_and_compstat
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Glossary: http://coldwellbanker.com/home/learn/glossary/home.jsp
US Census Bureau Factfinder (statistical information based on zip code): http://factfinder.census.gov/home/saff/main.html?_lang=en
The MLS: http://themls.com

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Prudential California Realty does not guarantee the accuracy of square footage, lot size or other information concerning the condition or features of property provided by the seller or obtained from public records or other sources, and the buyer is advised to independently verify the accuracy of that information through personal inspection and with appropriate professionals. This is not intended as a solicitation if your property is currently listed with another broker.

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