Insights & Market Updates
Expert takes on the Orange County real estate market — buying, selling, investing, and property management.
Jan 15, 2015
How to Save For a Down Payment in 2015
If you want to purchase a house, you know that it’s important to save up as much of a down payment as possible before making that purchase. The reason for this is that your mortgage rate will significantly decrease as you put forth more money because lenders believe you are a lesser risk. Here are…
Jan 1, 2015
5 Techniques For Buying A Home If You’re Self-Employed
There are so many pros to becoming self-employed. Taxi driving is a great example of this path and make sure you consider getting taxi insurance for this. However, if you’re self-employed, purchasing a home will be a lot trickier for you than if you work for a company. The reason for this is that lenders…
Dec 16, 2014
How to Save for a Down Payment
If you want to purchase a home, it’s always a good idea to save up at least 20%. Saving up 20% has immense advantages in terms of reducing your mortgage rates and helping you pay off your home faster. Here are our tips about how to save for a down payment: Stop the Small Purchases….
Dec 2, 2014
Why Location is an Important Factor When Buying a Home
You have probably heard people saying, “Location, location, location.” This statement never holds more true than when you are buying a house. Some of the best houses on sites like WilliamPitt.com will have prices that depend greatly on their location. Here are some of the reasons why location is such an important factor when buying…
Nov 23, 2014
Autumn in Southern California
Apple Country’s favorite little escape, Oak Glen is only an hour from Los Angeles, where you can take a horse-drawn wagon ride through apple orchards, spend the day hand-picking fresh apples, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday through November, and enjoy fresh baked apple treats at one of the family restaurants. An…
Nov 22, 2014
Gorgeous Thanksgiving Table Settings
Whatever your design taste is, there is a perfect setting for you and your family. Thanksgiving preparations are here and you are already searching for menu ideas and ways to make your home and table warm and cozy to welcome your guests. Consider your table settings in advance. You do not need expensive china to create a beautiful…
Nov 16, 2014
What Your Home Inspector Might Not Be Able to Find
After you purchase a home, you will need to schedule a home inspection to make sure the home is in optimal condition before you move in. However, there are several issues you need to be made aware of that your home inspector might not be able to find: Damaged or Blocked Sewer Lines. When your…
Nov 13, 2014
Nerdiest House in the World!
Any fans of the Alien vs. Predator series?? Well, if you are looking to live in Sweden, this might be the ideal house for you!! It looks like your ordinary home on the outside, but step inside and be amazed! Its selling price is 2,375,000 Swedish Krona (about $320,350), not a bad price, right!
Nov 2, 2014
Unexpected Homeownership Expenses to Account For
Deciding to purchase a house is one of the biggest decisions you will make in your life. Before you purchase a home, you need to make sure you are completely financially able to do so. Many first time homebuyers think this is limited to the down payment of your house, but this is incorrect. Here…