The Amerine Team

07/13/2026

This Mexican chicken soup is my attempt to copy the delicious Sonoran-style caldo de pollo I ate in a restaurant in Del Mar. Hope you enjoy it as much as I do! Get the recipe below ⬇️

06/28/2025

Ready to find out what your home is worth? Let me help you get the most out of your property with my expertise!

If you go online and Google “how to get the value of my home” you will immediately come across instant home seller programs that advertise to do the work for you. “Open house” and “Zillow Instant Offers” are just a few of the many options that allow sellers to bypass the role of the real...

06/27/2025

For real estate agents, the question of how to get paid is often top of mind. Here's the lowdown on how agents get compensated for their hard work!

Real estate agents make 100% of their money based off of commission. This commision ultimately depends on the price of the home. Generally, an agent will make 6% of the total cost of the home so if, for example, the house is $400,000 the realtor walks away with $24,000.

06/26/2025

Ready to take the plunge into homeownership? Make sure you understand the basics of a mortgage and how to get one!

If you’re a first time homebuyer or simply a newbie to the whole mortgage process, you may be feeling a bit overwhelmed. And that’s completely understandable- when taking out a mortgage, there’s a ton of terms, steps and moving parts to keep track of.

06/25/2025

Are you a first-time homebuyer looking to understand Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac? Check out this helpful article to get the basics on these two government-sponsored entities and how they can help you!

If you’ve never heard of Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac it’s easy to assume they are characters from a children’s book or the names of your distant cousins from the backcountry. It’s not really until you’re ready to buy a home that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac start to mean something.

06/24/2025

Real estate can be a confusing business - but don't worry! With this guide, you'll be a pro in no time!

Realtors, real estate agents, real estate salespeople, brokers, associates, broker’s associates, shall I keep the list going?

06/23/2025

Are you curious about how real estate commission works? 🤔 Check out this article to get the scoop on the ins and outs of the process!

You might already know that real estate agents make 100% of their money from commission. This commission depends on the price of the home, however, approximately 6% of the total cost of the home will go towards Realtors’ fees.

06/22/2025

Ready to make your real estate dreams come true? Look no further than ! With years of experience in the industry, Jim is the perfect guide to help you find your perfect home.

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