inception-app-prod/YjE1M2ViYjktY2VkMi00NDhhLTg1NjAtNmFmMDE0YTllMzNj/content/2022/08/04bb5341ecf9e441a472cf7f48869fe72e2a71b3.JPG
Kenkle DRE #02068189 NMLS #1793898
  • About
  • Blog
  • Contact
  • AMA Mortgage
  • AMA Realty
  • AMA Property Management – Current listings
  • Notary Services
  • Search Homes for Rent
  • Search Homes for Sale
  • Favorites
  • Business Entity Formation
415-704-4955
angela.ma@amapmre.com
Sign In
Sign Up
inception-app-prod/YjE1M2ViYjktY2VkMi00NDhhLTg1NjAtNmFmMDE0YTllMzNj/content/2022/08/04bb5341ecf9e441a472cf7f48869fe72e2a71b3.JPG
Kenkle DRE #02068189 NMLS #1793898
  • About
  • Blog
  • Contact
  • AMA Mortgage
  • AMA Realty
  • AMA Property Management – Current listings
  • Notary Services
  • Search Homes for Rent
  • Search Homes for Sale
  • Favorites
  • Business Entity Formation
inception-app-prod/YjE1M2ViYjktY2VkMi00NDhhLTg1NjAtNmFmMDE0YTllMzNj/content/2022/08/04bb5341ecf9e441a472cf7f48869fe72e2a71b3.JPG
Kenkle DRE #02068189 NMLS #1793898

Blog

Sorry, nothing to show here.
inception-app-prod/YjE1M2ViYjktY2VkMi00NDhhLTg1NjAtNmFmMDE0YTllMzNj/content/2022/12/34716517474780019fffd8ba3324890b32bd06d5.webp

Rental Prices Stop Zooming Up—and Even Drop in Some Parts of the Country

Posted on 12/31/2022
In a welcome relief for tenants, rents began falling in earnest in November in some formerly red-hot real estate metros.Arizona, Florida, and Texas saw massive rent increases in many cities during the COVID-19 pandemic. But now rent is beginning to decline in some Sun Belt…
Read More
inception-app-prod/YjE1M2ViYjktY2VkMi00NDhhLTg1NjAtNmFmMDE0YTllMzNj/content/2022/12/fd58bc404d54b97ee0a5f025549eb100bf758876.webp

Those Who Can’t Afford a Single-Family House Are Increasingly Turning to Build-To-Rent Communities

Posted on 12/31/2022
Many renters crave the extra bedrooms, laundry facility, and backyard big enough for a pair of swings and a slide that single-family houses provide. But they’re facing a for-sale market with still-high housing prices and surging mortgage interest rates, pricing many out…
Read More
inception-app-prod/YjE1M2ViYjktY2VkMi00NDhhLTg1NjAtNmFmMDE0YTllMzNj/content/2022/10/5d32edd9ee50e26dc4a832f6fda611b8b2901338.png

What Is a Registered Agent?

Posted on 10/13/2022
Many business owners will ask themselves what is a registered agent and then question if they really need one. The answer to both questions is yes!A registered agent is a person or company with the authority to accept service of process (legal documents and government…
Read More

NAR Urges Reduction of FHA's Mortgage Insurance Premium

Posted on 10/13/2022
September 14, 2022 Washington Post By: Jeremy GreenOn September 14, 2022, the National Association of REALTORS® sent a coalition letter to the National Economic Council with the White House urging a reduction of the Federal Housing Administration’s (FHA) annual…
Read More
inception-app-prod/YjE1M2ViYjktY2VkMi00NDhhLTg1NjAtNmFmMDE0YTllMzNj/content/2022/08/fcf058786c9311a548878cb3d3fcdbe2c8ea4362.png

Reach out to discuss the pros and cons of the most popular business entities

Posted on 08/30/2022
Read More
inception-app-prod/YjE1M2ViYjktY2VkMi00NDhhLTg1NjAtNmFmMDE0YTllMzNj/content/2022/08/b5e63319922a44d1f6db78f66af405bb7a06e1fe.jpeg

Make Your Home Fire Season Ready

Posted on 08/12/2022
June 28, 2022 by Fidelity National Home WarrantyFire season is a year-round concern for many homeowners, but this is especially true during summer’s long, warm days. Being prepared for fire season can help increase your chance of protecting your property if it is…
Read More
inception-app-prod/YjE1M2ViYjktY2VkMi00NDhhLTg1NjAtNmFmMDE0YTllMzNj/content/2018/09/Personal loan.png

Knowing when an ARM Loan is a Good Idea

Posted on 08/12/2022
May 24, 2022 by Fidelity National Home WarrantyMortgage rates for a 30-year fixed are at an all-time high of 5.64% according to Mortgage News Daily, rates not seen since 2009. Meanwhile, the rate for an ARM loan is a percent or more lower. Today, knowing when an ARM loan is…
Read More

MORTGAGE RATES REMAIN UNCHANGED FROM LAST WEEK

Posted on 02/4/2022
By RISMedia StaffFebruary 4, 2022The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 3.55% this week, remaining unchanged from the previous week, according to Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®), released this week.U.S. weekly averages30-year…
Read More

THE IMPORTANCE OF ESCROW IN A REAL ESTATE TRANSACTION

Posted on 02/4/2022
By Bill GassettFebruary 4, 2022The term “escrow” can confuse first-time homebuyers because it has a few different meanings. Escrow is a vital part of any real estate transaction because it’s considered the glue that holds it together.When purchasing a…
Read More

Huge surge in 30-year US mortgage rates

Posted on 01/7/2022
By Bloomberg07 Jan 2022by Prashant GopalMortgage rates in the US jumped to the highest level since the early months of the pandemic.The average for a 30-year loan was 3.22%, up from 3.11% last week and the highest since late May 2020, Freddie Mac said in a statement…
Read More

10 Things You Need to Know About Credit Scoring

Posted on 11/7/2021
Posted on Oct 14 2021 - 4:58pm by Bill GassettHaving a good credit score is something that will help throughout your adult life. Unfortunately, many people don’t understand how credit works, and this could be causing you more problems than you realize.…
Read More

Should I Sell My Home Now or Wait Until the Spring?

Posted on 11/7/2021
Posted on Nov 6 2014 - 4:29am by Kyle HiscockEditor's Note: This post was originally published on November 6, 2014. Housecall continues to share this piece due to ongoing requests and reader interest.There are many questions homeowners ask…
Read More

High Lumber Prices: Here’s What It Means for Homeowners and Homebuyers

Posted on 07/8/2021
Jeff Ostrowski, Bankrate.com(TNS)—Home prices are soaring, pushed higher by a combination of record-low mortgage rates, strong demand from buyers and a lingering lack of new construction.In 2021, a new factor put pressure on home prices: Month-after-month, lumber…
Read More

Moving Up: How to Know When to Upgrade to a Bigger Home

Posted on 07/8/2021
By Kara MastersonIf you have always wanted to live in a bigger home, then you may be wondering when the right time is for you to move. Bigger homes are more expensive and require more maintenance. However, you may be at a point in your life financially where you're ready…
Read More

5 Reasons Not to Skip a Home Inspection

Posted on 07/8/2021
Commentary by Adam LongHomeTeam Inspection Service of Kentuckiana Owner Brad Lawler explains why potential buyers should never skip a home inspection, even when housing inventory is scarce.It’s no secret that the current housing market is hotter than ever. Many houses…
Read More

Half as Many Houses Available

Posted on 04/16/2021
Prospective buyers shopping today have 52% fewer homes to choose from than at this time last year, according to Realtor.com's Monthly Housing Trends Report. This supply crunch translates to a record median list price of $370,000, 15.6% higher than a year ago. The…
Read More

Home Construction Activity Soars

Posted on 02/5/2021
Homebuilders nationwide are trying to keep up with the seemingly insatiable demand for housing. Compared to December 2019, housing starts are up 5%, and permits are up 17% - the highest level housing starts and building permits have reached since 2006.Credit:…
Read More

2021 Housing Trends

Posted on 02/5/2021
The pandemic continues to shape the housing market and consumer preferences. In many cities across the nation, inventory shortages persist as buyers look for homes that accommodate remote work and their desire to take advantage of low mortgage rates. Agents anticipate that…
Read More

When Married and Applying for a Mortgage

Posted on 02/5/2021
Homebuyers often wonder if they should apply jointly for a mortgage. If one spouse has poor credit, it may make it more challenging to qualify for a loan or cause the interest rate to be higher. When the spouse with the stronger credit applies on their own, it can save…
Read More

CA September 2020 Sales and Price Report

Posted on 11/6/2020
Read More

Expect Low Interest Rates to Last

Posted on 10/9/2020
Credit: Federalreserve.govAfter its final two days of meetings ahead of the election, the Federal Reserve indicated no plans to raise interest rates. Near-zero rates could last for years---possibly until 2023---as the Fed allows more time for the economy and labor market to…
Read More

Rising Materials Costs Are Not Deterring Homebuilders

Posted on 10/9/2020
Credit: Realtor.comLumber prices have risen more than 170% since April due to production constraints from the pandemic. Despite this surge, homebuilders report the most confidence they have ever had in their industry, based on The National Association of Home Builders'…
Read More

San Francisco Market Stats

Posted on 09/24/2020
…
Read More

Despite Pandemic, June Marks Two Consecutive Months of Increased Contract Activity By RISMedia Staff

Posted on 08/2/2020
 The recent flare-up in COVID cases hasn’t slowed the U.S. housing markets, according to the latest Pending Home Sales Index (PHSI) from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). For June, pending home sales increased 16.6 percent, marking the second…
Read More

Pending Home Sales Slowing, But Prices Still Rising By RISMedia Staff

Posted on 08/2/2020
Pending sales are slowing entering the last summer month, likely due to seasonal trends, according to Zillow’s Weekly Market Report. For the week ending July 25, pending sales were up 16.1 percent year-over-year. Month-over-month, newly pending sales are down 1.4…
Read More

How to Keep Backyard Play Sets Clean During the Pandemic This Summer By Heather Chin

Posted on 08/2/2020
 (TNS)—With public playgrounds closed or offering restricted hours, the safest place for children to have outdoor fun is in the security of their own backyard, right?Yes, say health officials, but families should still adhere to some basic safety precautions.How…
Read More

Here are 12 factors that affect almost every borrower’s interest rate:

Posted on 06/25/2020
#1 – Property TypeCondos, high-rise condos and multi-unit dwellings (2 – 4 units) usually have higher interest rates associated with them, as compared to single-family dwellings.#2 – Property UseInvestment properties have higher rates than owner-occupied…
Read More

The Current Housing Market: Low Rates but High Restrictions

Posted on 06/8/2020
By: Mark Mathis, VP of Sales for Homes.comThe COVID-19 crisis has touched everyone in some way. When Congress passed the CARES Act, many who had lost their jobs used the opportunity to postpone their mortgage payments. While this may have been the best or only option at the…
Read More

4 Reasons Why Landlords Should Want to Work With Agents

Posted on 06/8/2020
By Aleksia Silverman, Content Strategist, Rental BeastIf you’ve built rentals into your business, you’re also going to be working with landlords, but don’t let your relationship with a landlord stop once you’ve helped a client sign their lease! After…
Read More

5 Things That You Can Do Now To Get Ready To Buy A House Once The Pandemic Is Under Control

Posted on 04/24/2020
By: Tara MastroeniThere’s no denying that the spread of coronavirus has made the process of buying a home more difficult in some places and nearly impossible in others. However, even though your area may be dealing with restrictions on the real estate industry,…
Read More

SBA EIDL and Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)

Posted on 04/15/2020
SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (SBA) Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) The SBA has increased funding for its Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL). These loans can be used for: Paid sick leave to employees impacted by…
Read More

How to Clean These Electronics…and Why You Should

Posted on 04/8/2020
By Paige BrownIf you’re like most Americans, you’ve stepped up your cleaning routine in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. From disinfecting door handles and light switches to wiping down groceries before bringing them into your home, many are going to great…
Read More

What to Do if You Can’t Pay Your Mortgage Because of Coronavirus

Posted on 04/8/2020
By Paige BrownCOVID-19 has caused companies across the U.S. to close temporarily and to furlough or lay off employees. Even with unemployment benefits and direct payments from the government, families may still struggle to make ends meet. That has many homeowners knowing…
Read More

Should You Take Your Home Off the Market Temporarily Due to COVID-19?

Posted on 04/8/2020
By Paige BrownThe coronavirus has created economic uncertainty and has many people trying to figure out what to do. If you recently listed your home, you may be wondering whether you should continue trying to sell it or take it off the market for a while.How the Coronavirus…
Read More

CA - Mobile notary signings in effect during COVID-19

Posted on 03/26/2020
For those of you interested in how mobile notaries are performing signings in CA, these are a couple of options for your signers.1) “Door Delivery” Signing- Signers to cooperate with a Door Delivery Signing.- Verify Signer(s) Identity through viewing through the…
Read More

Coronavirus Is Likely To Upend the Spring Home-Buying Season—and Not Just in the Way You'd Expect

Posted on 03/22/2020
By Clare Trapasso | Mar 18, 2020Updated March 20 Kids furloughed from school, bars and restaurants closed, and people told to stay at home except for essential errands—the coronavirus pandemic has already upended life as most Americans know it. Now…
Read More

The Fed Slashed Interest Rates. Here's Why Mortgage Rates Likely Won't Follow Suit

Posted on 03/22/2020
By Clare Trapasso | Mar 16, 2020Mortgage rates, like the stock market, have been on a wild ride in recent weeks. They dropped to record lows earlier this month in response to the spread of COVID-19—and then shot right back up again. And it…
Read More

How to Coronavirus-Proof Your Home—and Your Life

Posted on 03/22/2020
By Jennifer Kelly Geddes | Mar 2, 2020Updated March 13, 2020In just a few weeks, the new coronavirus has made serious inroads into American communities, even as its global death toll grows. Many health experts are saying that the opportunity to contain…
Read More

The Refinance Boom Could Be Bad News for Home Buyers This Spring—Here's Why

Posted on 03/22/2020
By Clare Trapasso | Mar 20, 2020As homeowners raced to refinance their home loans amid record-low mortgage rates recently, they overwhelmed lenders by their sheer numbers—triggering repercussions for the shoppers gearing up for the spring home-buying…
Read More

U.S. New Home Sales Fall Unexpectedly, Low Mortgage Rates Lend Support

Posted on 02/1/2020
JANUARY 28, 2020 12:45 PMbyNAVINDRA PERSAUDThe housing market has remained strong despite the drop in sales of new single-family homes in the U.S. A recent report attributes the sustained numbers in the housing industry to low mortgage rates.With buyers looking to spend…
Read More

FICO Launches New Credit Scoring Model: Your Score Might Change, But Your Mortgage Prospects? Probably Not

Posted on 02/1/2020
January 23, 2020By Aly J Yale FICO is launching a new scoring model this summer, called the FICO Score 10. The new model will take into account a consumer’s account balances and missed payments over the last two years.About 40 million consumers will see…
Read More

EARNEST MONEY DEPOSIT VS. DOWN PAYMENT: WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?

Posted on 09/12/2019
By: Margaret HeidenryWhen you buy or sell a home, you get used to hearing words you've never heard before. The mortgage lenders and insurance agents who help you through the process will throw around so much real estate jargon, somewhere along the way you might wish you had…
Read More

THE DIRTY SECRET ABOUT MOST ‘FIXER UPPERS’

Posted on 09/12/2019
By: Brett ArendsBefore you try to become your own dime-store Chip or Joanna Gaines, go back and check the math again on that “fixer upper.”Then maybe check it a third time.That’s the message of a new survey, which found that despite the glamor and plethora…
Read More

AS RECESSION FEARS RISE, HERE'S THE LOWDOWN FOR REAL ESTATE

Posted on 09/12/2019
By: Clare TrapassoIt seems that whenever you pick up a newspaper or turn on the news these days, a scary word hits you in the face: "recession." Germany is already teetering on the brink of recession; an unruly exit from the European Union this fall could cause one in…
Read More

10 SECRETS NO ONE TELLS YOU THAT'LL HELP YOUR HOUSE FETCH TOP DOLLAR

Posted on 09/12/2019
By: Jennifer NelsonMaybe you’ve bought and sold a home before, or maybe this is the first time. Regardless, now you need to get top dollar for it. Yes, you can tidy up, bake some cookies so the house smells nice, and place fresh flowers (research says roses, lavender,…
Read More

HOW SOON CAN YOU SELL A HOUSE AFTER BUYING?

Posted on 09/12/2019
By: Larissa RunkleThey don't call it a forever home for nothing. Most of us buy with the intent of staying a long time—sometimes indefinitely. But here's the rub: Things change. Life takes us in a different direction, or the house you fell in love with only a few…
Read More

CAN YOU AFFORD THAT HOUSE?

Posted on 09/12/2019
By: Mary Beth Storjohann, Workable WealthIf you’re considering purchasing a home, you’ve likely already considered how much you have available for a down payment, what an ideal mortgage payment would be, and how much home you can actually afford based on your…
Read More

Is Your New Home in a Safe Neighborhood? How to Find Out

Posted on 08/23/2019
There’s a lot to think about when buying a house, especially if it’s in a neighborhood you don’t know well. Even if the area looks nice, you never really know what happens after dark—or sometimes even in broad daylight.That's why it's crucial to find…
Read More
Load More

Have a question?

SEND
Submitting
Succes! Your message was sent!
Oops! Error occurred.

Search listings

Enter city, zip, neighborhood, address…
Loading in progress…
No results found
Type in anything you’re looking for
Search

Office

KENKLE AMA Realty ~ Property Managemnt ~ Mortgage
3101 San Jose AvenueSan Francisco
CA 94112
415-890-4109
amapm9@gmail.com

Listings

  • About
  • Blog
  • Contact
  • AMA Mortgage
  • AMA Realty
  • AMA Property Management – Current listings
  • Notary Services
  • Search Homes for Rent
  • Search Homes for Sale
  • Favorites
  • Business Entity Formation

Consumer Protection & Privacy

  • Kenkle
  • Accessibility
  • DMCA Compliance
For ADA assistance, please email compliance@placester.com. If you experience difficulty in accessing any part of this website, email us, and we will work with you to provide the information.
inception-app-prod/YjE1M2ViYjktY2VkMi00NDhhLTg1NjAtNmFmMDE0YTllMzNj/content/2022/08/04bb5341ecf9e441a472cf7f48869fe72e2a71b3.JPG

© 2023 All rights reserved

Created with Placester

Sign in

Sign In
Forgot your password?
Create an account
You have been successfully logged in
The page will reload automatically.
Go to the homepage
Sorry something went wrong
Login or password are incorrect. Please try again.
Try again

Sign Up

Your password needs:
At least one uppercase letter
At least one special symbol or number
At least 8 characters
Sign Up
Already a User? Sign In
You have been successfully registered
Please check your email.
Go to the homepage
Sorry something went wrong
Please try again.
Try again

Reset password

Reset password
Return to Log In
Reset password email has been sent.
Go to the homepage
Sorry something went wrong
Please try again.
Try again

Change password

Your password needs:
At least one uppercase letter
At least one special symbol or number
At least 8 characters
Change password
Sign Up
Your password has been successfully reset.
Go to the homepage
Sorry something went wrong
Please try again.
Try again

Account verification in progress

Account Verified!
The page will reload automatically.
Go to the homepage
Verify your email address
In order to log in to your account, you need to confirm your email address. Please check your inbox!
Go to the homepage

Share this listing

Copy Link