Why live in Downey California? Downey can be the perfect place to live to be centrally located in the hub of Southern California activities, but away from inflated real estate prices. Downey covers an area of 12.5 miles and boasts a population of 110,000. 1997 building records show that 60% of total dwellings are single-family homes. Surrounding communities are Cerritos, Lakewood and Long Beach. “It is close to everything…freeways, Long Beach, L.A. 20 minutes from everything without the million dollar price tag”, says Downey resident, Realtor, MLO and Vice President of Todays Realty Group and Loan Solutions Joshua Glaz. Downey is situated near several major freeways. (click here for city map) It is so convenient to take advantage of all the sporting events and recreational, cultural, an... 08/04/2013

  Pool Homes for sale in Downey If you are currently looking to purchase a pool home in Downey California, but don't know where to begin, SCA Real Estate is here to help! Our team can provide you with instant access which will allow you to view all Downey Pool Homes For Sale with the simple click of your mouse!   Downey MLS Pool Home Search  Often times Real Estate websites can be confusing and misleading, and most have outdated data! Our Downey Pool Homes website is updated daily, which means you will only be shown Homes for sale in Downey with a pool that are actually available, vs homes that are pending or already sold.    Work with a top Downey Pool Home Realtor When you choose to hire an experienced and knowledgeable Downey Realtor, it can & will make all the difference in the worl... 11/30/2012

SHORT SALE DOWNEY CA REAL ESTATE SHORT SALE AGENTS - DOWNEY CA Times are tough, and many distressed homeowners in Downey California are having trouble paying their mortgages every month. Are you one of them? Are you behind on your mortgage payments now? Are you in danger of missing a mortgage payment? Don't let foreclosure happen to you- explore the Downey CA Short Sale Option instead, but don’t wait; the biggest killer of the short sale negotiation is waiting until it’s too late to process the short sale. You’re also going to want to hire the best Downey CA Short Sale team in Southern California to help you with your difficult situation, at NO CHARGE TO YOU! We do not charge you for our real estate short sale services: we collect our commission from the bank’s proceeds. You pay nothing... 08/20/2012

Lloyd Cullen Real Estate is a local Downey Certified Distressed Property Expert . As a Downey Short Sale Company that specializes in short sales, you are assured the highest standard of professionalism and can always count on our Downey Certified Distressed Property Experts to help answer any questions you have in regards to Downey Short Sales. Downey Certified Distressed Property Expert Lloyd Cullen is a local Downey Short Sale Expert with experienced Downey Short Sale Agents here to assist you.   Downey Certified Distressed Property Expert We specialize in Short Sales for Downey and Surrounding Areas You may think that short selling your Downey home has to be the absolute last resort to get out of the financial bind that you are currently in. Your local Downey Short Sale Agent can mak... 06/01/2012

Lloyd Cullen Real Estate is a local Downey Short Sale Realtor. As a Downey Short Sale Company that specializes in short sales, you are assured the highest standard of professionalism and can always count on our Downey Short Sale Realtor to help answer any questions you have in regards to Downey Short Sales. Downey Short Sale Realtor Lloyd Cullen is a local Downey Short Sale Expert with experienced Downey Short Sale Agents here to assist you.   Downey Short Sale Realtor We specialize in Short Sales for Downey and Surrounding Areas As a homeowner, are you upside down on your Downey mortgage? When the economy stalled, so did many homeowners’ dreams. They were stuck with a home that is worth less than they owe. At Lloyd Cullen Real Estate our Downey Short Sale agents can help you to decide ... 05/29/2012

Green Homes for Sale Rebate Program If you know someone planning to put their home up for sale in LA County by June 1st of this year, they could get $5000 toward green home improvements and a GreenPoint Rated label for their home! The $5,000 rebate covers the cost of the rating and label, and will even pay for some of the green home improvements they might need. Only four homes will be chosen, and restrictions apply, so don't delay. Apply Today!   02/24/2012

I am an experienced full time, bilingual REO Broker in Los Angeles County. With over 15 years combined experience in REO asset disposition, distressed asset management, BPO, advanced property valuations and property preservation. I am very maticulous and careful to meet and exceed my cleint's deadlines. I am also available 24 hours a day to my client's in case of emergencies.Clientele:Old Republic DefaultSkyhill REOPrecisionKondaur CapitalService LinkNational Associations:*(Reomac Commercial) Committee member*(Nahrep) LA - former Director National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals*(NAREB) - National Association of Real Estate Brokers*(AREAA) GLA chair Government Affairs - Asian Real Estate Association of America*Regional Hispanic Chamber of Commerce memberTraining:*Mast... 02/11/2012

All my friends are tell me to wait until home prices bottom and then buy.  Should I wait or should I buy now?  I am sure your friends have your best interest at heart and they may not know how real estate works.   Real estate prices go up and down, just like any other business cycle....if someone purchased a home at the wrong time or wrong place and wrong loan (maybe during a California real estate bubble during the early 90’s and 2005 and 2008 with a toxic loan), then they may have a bad taste in their mouths for real estate.    Maybe some of your friends purchased at the height of the real estate bubble with a toxic loan and their homes have lost value and their loan has or is about to explode, they may not be your best real estate advisors. You need to purchase after the bubble pops ... 10/21/2011

First-Time Homebuyer Q & A and Seminar in Downey CA   Save the date:  Saturday, November 19, 2011 We will be having other dates opening up soon  Time: 12-5 p.m.   Location: Downey, CA Sponsored by Aida Pinto, Real Estate Broker   United Associated Brokers You must RVSP to reserve your seat.   Email me your request to: PintoRealty@yahoo.com or  call (562) 916-3237.  There will be Spanish speaking agents available to assist you as well.  Come to this great and informative Firstime homebuyers class, It’s free and at no obligation to you.  Do you have questions about buying a home in Downey CA What do I need to do to buy my home in Downey CA? Why do I need to be pre-qualified? How much money will I have to have up front? What types of loans are available to buy my first home in Downey? How ... 10/20/2011

What would motivate you to buy a home or sell and buy an up-grade or downsize?   A recently survey....found selling and buying trends within the “Baby Boomer” demographic and separated the baby boomers into younger Boomers (aged 47-55) and older Boomers (56-64). “With nearly 79 million Americans in this demographic, the insights gleaned from the survey can definitely help you understand this massive group of potential clients.” “Young Boomers want all the upgrades!”   Survey says!  According to “the survey” only 6 percent of agents report that those in the 56-64 age category are looking to get into a bigger home.   Interestingly, the younger boomers would love more space. In fact, 31 percent of those same agents said this younger group was in the move up buyer category. With the 47-55 a... 10/19/2011

Will I owe income taxes if I do a short sell on my home in Downey, CA? It depends and you should really be asking your tax adviser....because only he/she can give you the right advice...and...since I am not a tax expert, and this is not tax advice and is for informational purpose only, I must repeat you would be better off checking with your tax adviser...but.... JUST FOR YOUR INFORMATION: If you purchased a home in Downey, CA (or Long Beach, CA or anywhere in California) and NOW owe more than it’s worth...and...you want to short sell it... thanks to: "The Taxpayers Relief Act Of 2007*," you may not owe any income taxes if you short sell your home...but. . . there are some restrictions: it must be your primary residence and you must close escrow by 12/31/2012!  There is also a provision... 10/19/2011

Can a Lender sue me for the difference if I do a short sale on my home in Doweny, CA? In California thanks to SB 931 and SB 458, if the lender has agreed to a short sale, regardless whether they are in 1st or second or if it was a purchase or refinance, they can’t go after the owner for any the difference! Also, this is not legal advise as I am NOT an Attorney. Senate Bill 931 became effective in January of 2011:  If a lender has agreed to a short sale theycan’t not purse the seller for deficiency amount but only on the 1st note, or make you sign a Promissory Note but.... Senate Bill 458, amended the Civil Code Procedure 580(e) prohibits a deficiency after a short sale for one-to-four residential units, regardless of whether the lender is a senior or junior lien holder” was passed on Ju... 10/17/2011

Si usted necesita vender su casa en Downey, CA o Long Beach, CA pero le debe mas del que vale, usted puede hacer una venta corta (short sale).   Par haber si usted califica para un venta corat "short sale," llame a su agente de bienes raíces, Aída Pinto at (562) 916-3237 o mande un correo electrónica a: TheShortSaleDiva@yahoo.com. Gracias por visitar me blog y por su comentario.  Por favor de visitar mi Website: www.PintoRealtyInc.com/ o Sinceramente. AidaPinto Real Estate Broker/Notary Public Línea Directa: (562) 916-3237 Celular: (562) 884-6196 United Associated Brokers 11561 Paramount Blvd. Downey, CA 90241 DRE Broker Lic. 00972295   {Agente de bienes raíces des del año 1987 y sirviendo a  la comunidad hispana en el condado de L... 10/17/2011

  Venta de casas en Downey, CA 10/5/2011   Hoy hay (244 ) propiedades de venta de Downey, CA y hay (70) propiedades debajo de $300,000   Esta casa es una de las casa en Downey, CA reposeída del Banco   12149 Cornuta Ave, Downey, CA 90242 Esta casa esta localisada en Sur de Downey/Sur de de Firestone Blvd. y tiene:   3 Recamara,  1 Baños   Casa tiene: (1,051) pies cuadrados   Lote es tiene: (5,727) pies cuadrados   Construida en 1952 y esta  listada en: $286,000   Estas casas son un ejemplo de las casas de ventas y el inventario cambia cada día. Para una lista mas reciten de cualquier cuidad en el condado Los Angeles, CA...llame a su agente de bienes raíces: Aída Pinto al (562) 916-3237.   Si usted busca una casa o propiedad para inversión en las ciudades de Whittier, Downey, Long Beach,... 10/05/2011

Venta de casas en Downey, CA   Hoy hay 222 propiedades de venta de Downey, CA y hay 42 propiedades debajo de $300,000 Esta casa es una de las casa en Downey, CA reposeída del Banco 13240 Carfax Ave., Downey, CA 4 Recamara 2 Baños Casa tiene:     1,229 pies cuadrados Lote es tiene: 5,586 pies cuadrados Construida en 1954 Listada en: $285,000   Estas casas son un ejemplo de las casas de ventas y el inventario cambia cada día.  Para una lista mas reciten de cualquier cuidad en Los Angeles, CA llame a la su agente de bienes raíces Aída Pinto al (562) 916-3237. Si usted busca una casa o propiede para inversión en las ciudades de Whittier, Downey, Long Beach, Bell, Lynwood, Huntington Park, Bell Gardens, Bellflower, South Gate o cualquier cuidad en el condado de Los Angeles, Aída le puede ayu... 09/22/2011

2nd annual Taste Of Downey Taste Of Downey Friday, September 30, 2011 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Downey City Hall 11111 Brookshire Ave. Downey, Ca 90241   Come celebrate with us the 2nd annual Taste of Downey! If you are looking for fun with the family, this is the place to be. Pack up the kids...bring mom and dad too...and enjoy the event designed for all ages. Stroll the grounds, enjoy the food of Downey restaurants and enjoy musical entertainment as well. Beverages will also be available. Taste Of Downey Friday, September 30, 2011 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Downey City Hall 11111 Brookshire Ave. Downey, Ca 90241    Also, join us every Saturday Morning for Downey’s Farmers Market  Downtown Downey - Second Street at New Avenue Firestone to North on La Renia to 2nd Street 9:00 Am to 1:00 PM Eve... 09/20/2011

  Condo owner needs advise:  I own a condo in Downey, CA which I purchased in 2003 and in 2006, I refinanced it and cash out to buy the home I now live in.  I’ve been renting out this condo ever since and up until a few months ago, I rent it out.  The rent I received didn’t  cover all my cost (I was paying the difference out of my pocket) and I was struggling to make the payment but I was handling it.  When my business came to a complete stop and the renters stopped paying the rent, I stopped making the all payments including the condo association dues. I owe my association $4,800 in unpaid fees and they want to put a lien on the property.  I am thinking of short selling this condo but I’m concern about the unpaid  association fees.   I have so many questions:  Can they also put a lien ... 09/18/2011

Downey Real Estate Report for August 2011:  Homes Sold, In Escrow and More The latest Downey Real Estate numbers for sold homes are in for the month of August 2011.  This doesn't include Downey condo-townhouses, income properties or lots .  43 single family homes closed escrow and had the joy of changing their listing status from "Active" to "Sold".  The three bedroom homes led the closing totals with 22 homes. Home sellers of 5+ bedroom homes had a tough month.  Although there are currently 12 of them pending or in backup offer status, none closed in that month.  26 currently remain in "Active" status.     DOWNEY REAL ESTATE SALES BREAKDOWN:    Downey Real Estate Sold by Price: 9    homes sold priced $200,000 - $300,000 22  homes sold priced $300,000 - $400,000 10  homes sold priced $4... 09/03/2011

Downey's Prudential 24 Hour Real Estate 2011 Client Appreciation Costume Party SAVE THE DATE! In honor of our wonderful past and current clients, Prudential 24 Hour Real Estate and myself, invite you to join us in our 2011 Client Appreciation Costume Party at Prudential 24 Hour Real Estate in Downey, Friday October 28, 2011 from 5pm - 8pm.  It's a fun and great time for the entire family!  There will be: FOOD GREAT DOOR PRIZES COSTUME WACKINESS MUCHO CLIENT APPRECIATION If you've ever attended one of these events, you know that it's a night filled with good food, a lot of laughs, and a wonderful time for the entire family!  COSTUMES ARE OPTIONAL.  But do not be surprised if you see a 1980's mullet hair wearing rocker, Princess Leah, SpongeBob SquarePants, an Afro and numerous little Dor... 09/02/2011

Downey Luxury Homes for Sale priced $800,000 and above as of 08/09/11 There are currently only 17 Downey luxury homes left for sale.  The Downey estate home prices range from $800,000 to just over $2.7 million with square footage ranging from 2800 sq ft to just under 10,000 sq ft.  Most are in the very desirable area of North Downey.  Here are 7 of the 17 Downey Luxury Homes currently up for sale (if for any reason links are no longer working due to home being sold or in escrow, start your home search at Downey Luxury Homes for homes in the same price range):        Price: $900,000 BEAUTIFUL 5 BEDROOMS, 6 BATHROOMS HOME/FOYER/LIVING ROOM...View Details  View Photo Gallery (20)  Save Property MLS# Y905036; MLS: CARETS; Listing courtsy of California Real Estate Executive Bedrooms: 5 Bathr... 08/09/2011