Richard Wamsat

Broker Associate | REALTOR®

Richard Wamsat, Broker Associate, Realtor® (DRE#01345167) has been representing clients for over 20 years in all price ranges, from condos to mansions, and from first-time homebuyers to seasoned investors. In 2013, Richard sought out RENI, a member of the Harvard Program on negotiation, to enhance his negotiation skills on behalf of his clients. As a result, he earned the prestigious designation of Master Certified Negotiation Expert (MCNE). Only a fraction of real estate agents nationwide have attained this distinction. While Richard cannot guarantee a deal that's too good to be true, his MCNE designation signifies that he has the knowledge and skills to safeguard your interests during the negotiation process.

The Main Key To Understanding the Rise in Mortgage Rates

By Richard Wamsat | October 5, 2021

Every Thursday, Freddie Mac releases the results of their Primary Mortgage Market Survey which reveals the most recent movement in the 30-year fixed mortgage rate. Last week, the rate was announced as 3.01%. It was the first time in three months that the mortgage rate surpassed 3%. In a press release accompanying the survey, Sam Khater, Chief Economist at Freddie Mac, explains: […]

Is a 20% Down Payment Really Necessary To Purchase a Home?

By Richard Wamsat | September 22, 2021

There’s a common misconception that, as a homebuyer, you need to come up with 20% of the total sale price for your down payment. In fact, a recent survey by Lending Tree asks what is keeping consumers from purchasing a home. For over half of those surveyed, the ability to afford a down payment is the biggest hurdle. That […]

Remote Work Is Here To Stay. Can Your Home Deliver the Space You Need?

By Richard Wamsat | September 21, 2021

A lot has changed over the past year. For many people, the rise in remote work influenced what they’re looking for in a home and created a greater appetite for a dedicated home office. Some professionals took advantage of the situation and purchased a bigger home. Other people thought working from home would be temporary, so they chose […]

Is It Time To Move on to a New Home?

By Richard Wamsat | September 20, 2021

If you’ve been in your home for longer than five years, you’re not alone. According to recent data from First American, homeowners are staying put much longer than historical averages (see graph below): As the graph shows, before 2008, homeowners sold their houses after an average of just five years. Today, that number has more than doubled to over […]

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Phone: 949-864-6933
Email: richard@wamsat.com
Website: www.ocLUXEhomes.com
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