PrimeLending - San Mateo

Summer is just around the corner. If you’re a homeowner, that means it’s time for an A/C tune-up. The largest consumer of energy in your home is your heating and cooling system, so it’s smart to keep your HVAC system working properly.

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Happy Earth Day! Now's a great time to make some simple changes to be more green. Here's how you can do it:
• Use plant-based household cleaners
• Upgrade your insulation
• Use LED lightbulbs
• Microwave glass, not plastic

Buying an existing home costs less, isn’t as complicated and doesn’t take long to purchase – but it likely won’t have everything you want. Building a home can be expensive, more involved and takes time – but you can make it perfect with everything you want. Contact me to compare the costs and advantages of both.

Taxes are due tomorrow, and you may already have a plan for how you'll use your refund this year. Here are some ways to spend your tax refund wisely:
1. Invest in retirement
2. Save for a down payment
3. Update your home
4. Pay down debt

We are American-made! Like our mascot, Mo, the great American buffalo, PrimeLending is proud to be made in the USA and to be licensed to originate loans in all 50 states.

Survey Says: the #1 home trend of 2017 is "Modern Farmhouse." It mixes old and new, vintage and modern (and a healthy amount of shiplap) to create a warm, personal tone. What's your favorite home trend of the year?

Expecting another hot summer? Want to stay cool in your own pool? Ask me about a pool escrow that lets you avoid taking out a separate and expensive construction loan by financing the cost of a new pool into your mortgage. You’ll enjoy a lower interest rate and still only have one easy monthly payment. Call me for details.

We love the feeling of being clean, but the chore of cleaning isn't as great. Here are a few ways to make spring cleaning more productive:
• Make checklists for each room
• Pump up the music with a playlist
• Make piles for recycling and donating
• Make a cleaning toolbox

What do the recent Fed interest rate increases mean to you? If you wait until the next increase, you’re going to pay more per month and tens of thousands more for the life of a mortgage loan. PrimeLending has a number of options that can alleviate your concerns about rising rates. Contact me to learn more.

Want to save time and lower your stress each morning? Try leaving your car keys and work bag in the same place in the evening when you walk in the door.

Did you make your home a bit greener last year? If so, there are a few tax credits you might qualify for! Look into the Residential Energy Efficient Property Credit and the Nonbusiness Energy Property Credit. You could receive up to 30% of the costs you've incurred with these improvements!