Real estate transactions are not solo affairs. In fact, many individuals and groups are responsible for completing them legally and to professional standards so you don't experience problems later on. Here are some of the professionals on your OC real estate team.
Real Estate Agent
Real estate agents represent you in...
The policies of the Treasure Secretary can have major implications for Orange County real estate, particularly for mortgages and financing.
Steve Mnuchin
The President's pick for the post is Steve Mnuchin, former Finance Chairman of the Trump campaign and current principal of Dune Capital Management, a hedge fund....
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A new year always bring hope that things will get better and that's no different in real estate. But this year, you need to add the uncertainty posed by a new presidential administration. Case in point: The FHA was...
Cute as a button, practical, and affordable, tiny houses have become all the rage, scoring multiple series on HGTV and other home-centered stations. While such spaces may be too diminutive for you and your family, they still offer plenty of takeaways for when you buy one of our Orange County...
In colder parts of the nation, the seasons are marked by weather changes that can sometimes be severe. Around Orange County homes, winter tends to merge imperceptibly into spring, even with our recent rains providing some much-welcomed variety. Still, it is nice to herald the end of slightly cooler temperatures and...
One of the many rituals that happen with the coming of a new year is the renewal of your magazine subscriptions. Publishers make it convenient for you by sending frequent notices so you never miss an issue. Given that it costs only about $20 for a year's worth of reading pleasure, you don't even give the cost a second...
If you already own a home but want to get one of our new Brandywine models, you're most likely going to have to sell your current property to afford the new one. The profit you make on that sale is called capital gains, and you ordinarily pay capital gains tax on that amount, which can range from 15 to 20 percent,...
Who doesn't like presents on their birthdays? After all, you deserve a treat just for making it through another year. Many retailers share that philosophy and reward you with a freebie on your special day. All you have to do is to sign up for them before your actual date.
It's time to wake up.
If you like to wake up...
New Year's Aboard the Queen Mary
You'll need to leave the kids at home for this 21-and-over celebration aboard a majestic ocean liner from the Golden Age of Trans-Atlantic crossings. Permanently berthed in Long Beach, the Queen Mary features multiple kinds of entertainment in its many public spaces decorated in homage...
Our recent storms have not only watered our parched landscapes but have brought lots of snow to many areas that are just a few hours drive from Los Angeles and Orange counties. Take a break in true winter fashion by bundling up the kids and heading to these white wonderlands.
Lake Arrowhead
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The holidays are a time of good cheer and celebration as special events make their annual appearance. You'll enjoy many holiday traditions around Orange County whether you've just moved in or are planning a purchase.
Newport Beach Boat Parade (Dec. 16 - 20)
Bundle up by the water for this annual parade of boats from...
Unless you're putting down the full price in cash for a Los Angeles County home for sale, you're going to need a mortgage. Lowering that payment is the most important thing you can do to lower your housing expenses. Follow these tips and you'll save money either every month or over the total cost of the...
