7 Ways Your Offers Can Stand Out in a Seller’s Market
Inventory is scarce, new construction is slow, and interest rates are low. All these factors have helped create the seller’s market we’ve seen over the last year. If you’re a…
How To Use a Gift For Your Down Payment
Saving up for a down payment can be tough for first-time homebuyers in Orange County, especially if you would like to put down 20% of the purchase price. It’s common…
What Does a Title Company Do?
When you buy or sell a home, a title company will get involved. You won’t exactly be spending a lot of time going back and forth with them, but you…
5 Ways to Save Money for a Down Payment
Wondering how you’ll ever be able to save up for a down payment? Here are a few of the best tips we have to offer. Tip #1: Start Saving Money…
Should You Buy A House Right Now?
Should you buy a house right now? The short answer is: maybe. Below are a few things to think about as you make your decision. Should You Buy a House…
Ranch vs Two-Story Home – Which One is for You?
Ranch or two-story home? There are pros and cons to both types of houses. This short article will go over the pros and cons of each to help you make…
What Should you Look for in a Real Estate Agent?
How do you choose your real estate agent? After all there are tens of thousands of them out there. Some do it full time, others do it as a side…
3 Things to Consider Before Buying a Beach House
Thinking about buying a beach house? Beach houses are great - they give you a great place to vacation and allow you to make extra income from rentals, but there…
Rental property
Should You Buy a Rental Property?
Should you buy a rental property? Real estate is one of the oldest ways of building wealth, so it’s worth considering for most people. That said, here are a few…
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How Does My Credit Affect Mortgage Rates?
Some clients will ask how their credit affects mortgage rates. While the details are different for every single lender and underwriter out there, a few generalities can be said for…