An important factor shaping today’s market is the number of homes for sale. And, if you’re considering whether or not to list your house, that’s one of the biggest advantages you have right now. When housing inventory is this low, your house will stand out, especially if it’s priced right. But there are some early signs that … [Read more...] about Are More Homes Coming onto the Market?
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What Experts Project for Home Prices Over the Next 5 Years
If you're planning to buy a home, one thing to consider is what experts project home prices will do in the future and how that might affect your investment. While you may have seen negative news over the past year about home prices, they’re doing far better than expected and are rising across the country. And data shows, experts … [Read more...] about What Experts Project for Home Prices Over the Next 5 Years
5 Trends to Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal in 2023
When it comes to home renovations, the exterior of your home is just as important as the interior. A home’s curb appeal, ergo how attractive it looks from the sidewalk, can significantly influence a property’s value. But like all things, curb appeal trends change throughout time. In recent years, for example, the pandemic forced … [Read more...] about 5 Trends to Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal in 2023
Buyer Traffic Is Still Stronger than the Norm
Are you putting off selling your house because you’re worried no one’s buying because of where mortgage rates are? If so, know this: the latest data shows plenty of buyers are still out there, and they’re purchasing homes today. Here’s the data to prove it. The ShowingTime Showing Index is a measure of buyers touring homes. … [Read more...] about Buyer Traffic Is Still Stronger than the Norm
Top Things to Do in O.C.: Aug. 23-29
AUG. 26 SUMMER GARDEN PARTY Sherman Library’s premier annual event takes place throughout the gardens. Attendees can enjoy dinner from 608 Dahlia, make a flower arrangement at the bouquet bar, bid on items at a silent auction, and enter the garden party hat contest. Sherman Library and Gardens, 2647 East Coast Highway, … [Read more...] about Top Things to Do in O.C.: Aug. 23-29
Everything You Need to Know About Land Loans
Buying land can open potential for business, investment or building a home, but lenders typically don’t offer traditional mortgages for land without a valuable structure on it such as a home. Specialized land loans can be used to finance land purchases, but you should understand the limitations, benefits and drawbacks of land … [Read more...] about Everything You Need to Know About Land Loans
Four Ways You Can Use Your Home Equity
If you’re a homeowner, odds are your equity has grown significantly over the last few years. Equity builds over time as home values grow and as you pay down your home loan. And, since home prices skyrocketed during the ‘unicorn’ years, you’ve likely gained more than you think. According to the latest Equity Insights … [Read more...] about Four Ways You Can Use Your Home Equity
Top Things To Do In O.C.: August 2-8
THROUGH AUG. 6 “SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CONTEMPORARY ART” The exhibit of 119 artworks donated to the Laguna Art Museum by Judith Vida-Spence and Stuart Spence features some of the museum’s most significant pieces of California art created between 1970 and the present. Work on display ranges in style from California conceptualism … [Read more...] about Top Things To Do In O.C.: August 2-8
Don’t Fall for the Next Shocking Headlines About Home Prices
If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, one of the biggest questions you have right now is probably: what’s happening with home prices? And it’s no surprise you don’t have the clarity you need on that topic. Part of the issue is how headlines are talking about prices. They’re basing their negative news … [Read more...] about Don’t Fall for the Next Shocking Headlines About Home Prices
Laguna Niguel Residents Get Free Entry To Sawdust Art Festival
The 57th anniversary of the annual Sawdust Art and Craft Festival is underway in Laguna Beach, and Orange County residents have the chance to get into the festival free of charge, organizers said. Orange County residents quality for free entry to Sawdust Art Festival one evening every week, with every area in the county … [Read more...] about Laguna Niguel Residents Get Free Entry To Sawdust Art Festival
