Who doesn’t love looking at homes on line? Especially Orange County homes, where every type of home imaginable can be found. When you are serious about buying a home, though, there are a few things you should think about while you are narrowing your favorites down to the places you really want to see. What does “home” mean to you?
Who will be living with you? What are their hobbies, recreation, school, entertaining or health considerations? Is your home full of social activity, or a place to … (3 comments)
Here in South Orange County, we have many opportunities to show our appreciation for our servicemen and women. Parades are fun, but we go the extra mile to meet the unique housing needs of our military as well. Whether you want to buy or rent, I have the knowledge and experience to help you settle in your perfect home. Questions? Call me at 949.633.1612.
Does buying a second home make sense financially? Keep in mind not only the mortgage payments, property taxes, and upkeep, but also homeowner's association dues. Think about the location and type of second home you want to buy. A town home or condominium may be an attractive option and require less upkeep, but association dues are often more expensive with those types of properties.
Paying a property manager is a consideration if you plan to rent out your home, especially as a vacation rental. Be sure to research the income tax implications … (2 comments)
Only a small percentage of the homes for sale in south Orange County have just one level, but folks looking for single story view homes for sale in Mission Viejo have quite a few choices this week. With our varied terrain, you can have one of a number of different views -- Lake Mission Viejo, Saddleback Mountain, city lights, or a scenic golf course.
To view a sampling of the single story view homes for sale in Mission Viejo this week, visit my site.
Now that you have reached the point in your life where you are ready to make the leap into home ownership, it’s likely that the first question in your mind is, “How much money do I need to have in the bank for my down payment?” The answer to that question depends on what type of loan you get, how much money you want to borrow, and even the time of year that you buy your house. So let’s break it down to help you figure … (0 comments)
buy homes: The Home Buying Process – Consult a Lender
- 10/09/13 08:03 AM
The Home Buying Process – Consult a Lender When you are serious about starting the home buying process, the first step is to consult a lender to determine what you can realistically afford, and to obtain a pre-approval. In times past, buyers would not apply for a loan until their offer was accepted. These days, though, you have to prove your ability to purchase a home when you submit your offer – namely, a loan pre-approval letter for the purchase amount plus a bank statement showing your down payment funds.
The lender will need several things from you in … (0 comments)
buy homes: Please get pre-approved for a loan before you start looking at houses
- 10/17/11 10:45 AM
Last week, a potential buyer became offended when I declined to show him one of my south Orange County listings. Now, I want to show my listings. I want everyone in the world to see how wonderful they are – online. I post lots of pictures and good descriptions on every real estate website I can find. I dedicate a website to the property. But when it comes to unlocking the door to someone’s home and allowing a stranger to walk through it, I am much more particular. That privilege is reserved for people who have the ability to purchase that … (4 comments)
The Home Buying Process – Define Your Ideal Orange County Home
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