Owing more than your house is worth is not a favorable position if you should need to sell, even more so if you are under pressure to sell quickly for personal or financial reasons. Often already under a great deal of stress, taking on the sale of a house can seem like an overwhelming proposition. […]

Along with the tax benefits, there are many reasons to invest in commercial property in Orange County, one of them being the diverse options among this market sector, allowing investors to branch out into differing areas, creating security against economic downturns in any one sector. Another advantage is your built-in hedge against inflation, as rental […]

Real estate offers many benefits if you are looking for a smart way to reinvest your cash when selling an old house. As a tangible asset, it cannot disappear overnight and while there are market fluctuations, they tend to take longer in real estate. Wise investors can maintain vigilance over national and local market trends […]

Of course, when new investors are buying properties for sale, their goal is diversifying their investments to protect against economic downturns in any one sector, building generational wealth, and creating passive income streams to secure their retirement. Therefore, new investors must take a business-like approach to their real estate investments, learn the laws governing their […]

A damaged home in Orange County can be a nightmare to sell. Most buyers are not interested when there is visible damage on a listing, preferring homes ready for immediate occupancy. However, if they have the time, inclination, and finances to take on a project, some buyers may take a chance and toss an insultingly […]

When your mortgage is underwater, the amount you owe on the mortgage loan is more than the property’s current market value. So, of course, it’s best to ride out the changing real estate market and stay in the home for several years to allow equity to build. However, many motivating factors lead homeowners to sell, […]

As a real estate investor, staying on top of ever-changing REI terminology and buzzwords is imperative to keeping ahead in the profession. The real estate investment business is not a stagnant enterprise but requires dedicated oversight and real-time adjustments to your investment strategy to protect your holdings.  Staying up to date in the real estate […]

Investing in real estate with friends can work out well when your work ethics and personalities are well-matched. If there’s no one close to you that quite fits the bill, networking at events for local real estate investors can help you increase your local market knowledge and build relationships that can evolve into successful partnerships.  […]

If you’re like most sellers, once you decide to sell, your next thought might have been skipping the commissions and selling your house independently as an FSBO. However, the mountains of paperwork and complicated nature of the transaction often send sellers out into the world seeking recommendations for a good agent.  If you’d like to […]

If you’re on the fence about selling your investment property, it never hurts to be well-informed on the various indicators your property may fall under. Read on as we explore these five signs that it’s time to sell your Orange County investment property! Aging When major systems like the HVAC or structural components like the […]