NOW is the Time!

SERIOUSLY!! Now is the time to buy or sell.  Why on earth would you wait?  Fidelity National Title Rep, Stacey Sloan, makes some great points on why now is the time.  INTEREST RATES are at an all time low, as well as PRICES.  This never happens!  You have the best of both worlds.  As for selling?  Again, NOW is the time.  In the first part of next year, there will be a lot of foreclosures hitting the market, driving home prices down a little bit.  Take a little bit of time to watch this video, there is so much great information in here.  Hear a different side of the market!  And as always, if you have any questions, or are looking to buy or sell yourselves, give me a call!  714.928.1757

Make it a FABULOUS day!



Fullerton 92835 November Market Update

Can you believe it's already December?!  Where has the time gone?  Below you will find your latest 92835 market update for November!

Actives:  87 total; 63 of them are standard sales
74 Single Family Residences with an average list price of $735,545
13 condos with an average list price of $221,169

Pending/Backups:  34 total; 13 are standard sales
26 are Single Family Homes, and 8 are condos

SOLD Since November 1:
21 total, 18 are standard sales
17 are Single Family Homes and 4 are condos
The price range is from $235,000 - $1,059,000
An average of 91 days on the market

Happy Holidays and have a GREAT New Year!

Thank You Veterans!

As we all know, yesterday was Veteran's Day.  I hope you all took a moment to thank somebody you know that risked their lives for us and for our wonderful country.  Make it a great week everyone!

Get Motivated

Hey everyone!  My office just went to the "Get Motivated" seminar this past Tuesday in Ontario.  It was amazing, with so many great speakers!  I left feeling very motivated and with a fresh perspective!  Check out our YouTube video below for some of our favorite take-aways!

92835 OCTOBER Market Update

Here are your October numbers!

Actives:  88 Total; 64 of them are standard sales
75 are Single Family Homes with the average list price of $710,602
13 are Condos, with the average list price of $210,469

Pending/Backup:  40 Total; 23 of them are standard sales
29 are Single Family Homes and 11 are Condos!

SOLD Since 10/1/2011:
14 Total; 11 standard sales
13 are Single Family Homes and 1 is a condo
The price range is from $151,525 - $894,500
An average of 81 days on the market

See you next month!

The Best Of...INTRO!

Hi everyone!  I just wanted to take a minute and introduce you to my new video series.  Check it out for some tips, how-to's, city highlights, etc!  Enjoy!  If you have any feedback, please let me know!  Make it a great day.

92835 Market Update - AUGUST!

Here are you numbers for the month of August!

Actives: 96 Total; 72 of them are standard sales
80 are Single Family Homes with the average list price of $734,173
16 condos, with the average list price of $189,068

Pending/Backup:  46 total; 27 of them are standard sales
34 are Single Family homes and 10 are condos!

SOLD since 8/1/2011:
27 Total; 17 standard sales
20 are Single Family Homes and 7 are condos
The price range is from $103,000 - $850,000
An average of 88 days on market

See you next month!

mylife2.0

So it has been FOREVER since I've written.  I'm ready to get back into this, and actually, do it a little differently! Maybe not 100% business, but life in general!  So here it goes...its been a busy few months! 

My other half moved to Texas

SOLD a few homes :)

Went to Hawai'i for a close friends wedding

All in all, its been a good first 6 months of 2011...let's keep it up!!

92835 March Market Update

Happy MARCH! Here is your March Market Update! Active Listings: 101 Total, 17 are standard sales 75 Single Family Homes, with the average list price of $778,003 25 Condos, with the average list price of $250,843 Pending/Backup Position: 39 Total, 17 are standard sales 27 Single Family Homes 12 Condos Sold Since 3/1/2011: 16 Total, 8 are standard sales 14 Single Family Homes 2 Condos Price Ranging from $220,000-$900,000 Have a great April everyone! :)

New Listing in Orange

Hey everybody! Check out this GORGEOUS home in Orange I just listed. It's a beautiful 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home located right near Old Town Orange. The first thing you notice when you enter is the well-maintained hardwood floors throughout the whole house. Keep going to find many upgrades that truly make this house a cozy home! Double-paned windows and upgraded doors, beautiful window shades, newer garage door, recessed lighting, ceiling fans, new paint, brand-new rain gutters, and so much more! Eight solar panels have been installed, cutting down the electricity bill to almost nothing! Gaze out into the spacious backyard onto the Labyrinth -- a soothing meditative walk to calm your spirits. This house has it all, and you don't want to miss it!

Own vs. Rent Part 2

Here is the second part of yesterday's post: the Top 5 Hidden Costs of Renting! Provided by Trulia...

1. Opportunity Costs. When you rent, you lose out on the equity -- which can mean an increase in your home's value but, even in a down market, can also mean the chance of ever owning the place you live free and clear.

2. Income Taxes. If you earn above a certain level of income, the income taxes you're paying as a renter will be substantially higher than they would be if you owned a home and could deduct your property taxes and mortgage interest.

3. Storage. Many a renter simply has too many personal belongings to stuff into their small apartment, so it's not uncommon for tenants to also pay for a storage space, without calculating that expense into their "housing" budget.

4. Costs of Improving the Property. Long-term renters may paing, replace the flooring, and do other improvements to make the place livable. But since it's not technically "their" home, when they DO move out, all the cash they invested is lost. In fact, some landlords may require them to pay or forfeit deposit money to bring the place back to its original, neutral decor.

5. Lost Deposits. Anyone who has rented more than a couple of apartments is well aware of the chances of losing some or all of your security or pet deposits, no matter how well you care for your home.


http://www.trulia.com/blog/taranelson/2011/01/hidden_costs_of_owning_and_renting_hold_until_rvb_012411?ecampaign=cnews201101C&eurl=www.trulia.com%2Fblog%2Ftaranelson%2F2011%2F01%2Fhidden_costs_of_owning_and_renting_hold_until_rvb_012411

Own vs. Rent?

I came across a great article today from Trulia discussing the Top 5 Hidden Costs of Owning and the Top 5 Hidden Costs of Renting. It's great information, and I thought I'd pass it on! Today will be the owning portion of it and tomorrow will be about renting! Enjoy!

1. Special Assessments. HOA dues to maintain the complex come as no surprise to condo owners, but hefty special assessments to make unexpected (and unbudgeted) repairs to the roof, windows, boiler, or even foundation often catch unit owners unawares. Even if your home doesn't belong to an HOA, don't be surprised to see special assessments tacked on top of your property tax bill, covering public services including things like street lighting, tree trimming, pest control, libraries, and even schools.

2. Utilities and services you didn't need while renting. Many renters have never had to pay for things like gas, garbage, water and pest services, and they've also looked to their electric, gas, garbage, alarm, water, pest, home warranty - which mitigates larger surprise costs of unexpected major repairs, gutter cleaning/maintenance, snow removal/winterizing, etc.

3. Private Mortgage Insurance. Today's savvy homebuyers are well aware that they'll have to pony up for private mortgage insurance, or PMI, if they're putting less than 20 percent down on their mortgage. But the cost of PMI has spiked over the last year, and the amount definitely catches buyers off guard.

4. Penalties and fines. HOA rule violations, like parking in the wrong spot, installing hardwood floors in an upstairs unit, or painting your home a forbidden hue can result in surprising fines, on top of the costs of remediating the issue. Even single-family homeowners can get ticketed and/or fined by their city or town for violations like having overgrown weeds or other building code violations - especially those which create fire and safety hazards.

5. Items you didn't need while renting, but you do as a homeowner. This varies based on your climate and the type of home you own, as well as on the services you outsource, but can include landscaping equipment (e.g., lawn mower, snow/leaf blowers), washer/dryer, fridge, window treatments, and light fixtures.


http://www.trulia.com/blog/taranelson/2011/01/hidden_costs_of_owning_and_renting_hold_until_rvb_012411?ecampaign=cnews201101C&eurl=www.trulia.com%2Fblog%2Ftaranelson%2F2011%2F01%2Fhidden_costs_of_owning_and_renting_hold_until_rvb_012411

New Listing!

Here's a listing I JUST listed in Anaheim. It's a 3 bedroom 1 bath home in the heart of Anaheim. The flooring has just been replaced throughout and the paint is fresh as well! The home is in an older, but well-maintained neighborhood! It is perfect for a starter family or investors! If you, or anyone you know may be interested, give me a call at 714.928.1757...This is definitely a great home for a great price :)

PRICE HAS JUST BEEN REDUCED TO $345,000!! (2/1/11)

Corona Home

HEY EVERYBODY! Hope everyone is having a great 2011 so far! I just relisted the home in Corona from a few months ago. It is a GORGEOUS home in Corona in the Eagle Glen Community. It is almost 3,000 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 3 FULL baths and a huge loft! The home was built in 2001 and is in fantastic condition. It is also a STANDARD SALE, which is rare these days, especially in Corona! This is a nice, well-kept community in a great school district! For more information and pictures, click on the link below!

http://www.visualtour.com/show.asp?t=2274841

92835 December Market Update

HAPPY NEW YEAR!! I hope everyone had a spectacular holiday season! I know I did! 2011 is here and it is going to be a great year! Here is your local 92835 market update for December...

Active Listings: 80 Total, 47 of these are standard sales
61 Single Family Homes, with the average list price of $838,967
19 Condos, with the average list price of $231,635

Pending/Backup Position: 28 Total, 11 are standard sales
23 Single Family Homes
5 Condos

Sold Since 12/1/2010: 14 Total, 7 are standard sales
11 Single Family Homes
3 Condos
Price Ranging from $140,000-$1,374,000

Numbers seemed to slow a little bit, due to the holiday season, but prices in all categories rose slightly! Until next time! Make it a GREAT year :)