Home Buying – American Dream is Not Dead, The Approach is Different

You Don’t Have to Wait: Using a 401(k) for a Home Down Payment Is Already Possible The American Dream is not dead! First let me say the American Dream is not dead, you just need to change your strategy and approach to make it possible in today’s world. There is a different feeling about where […]
Why Isn’t Housing Getting Cheaper? Congress Tried to Fix It — But It’s Stuck.

🏠 Why Isn’t Housing Getting Cheaper? Congress Tried to Fix It — But It’s Stuck. Everyone agrees: homes are too expensive in many parts of the country. Houses and apartments cost too much, rents are high, and there’s not enough new construction happening where people need it most.To try to fix that, lawmakers in Washington […]
Struggling to Buy a Home? A Must Read, This is For You! My Slightly Crazy Home Buying Plan — And Why It Might Work

🌟Home Buying Struggles? My Slightly Crazy Home Buying Plan — And Why It Might Work There is a big struggle with younger people, single people with 1 income, people starting over, and many first time home buyers wanting to buy a home… This is for YOU! If you know people in this position, send this […]
Buying a Home: Without a House-Poor Lifestyle

Buying a Home, Avoiding the House-Poor Lifestyle Choosing Homeownership That Feels Good! What’s the Point of a House You Can’t Enjoy? Let’s Talk Home buying and Finances. First things first, I want to be crystal clear: in my opinion, it is never worth being house poor to buy a home. Sure, owning a home is […]
Gorgeous Dove Canyon View Pool Home, RSM: A Must See!

Gorgeous Dove Canyon View Pool Home, RSM: A Must See! This is a blog post I wrote a while back. I thought it would be nice to show homes inside Dove Canyon. It is no longer for sale, but if you are interested in this ara, worth exploring different homes inside the Dove Canyon Community. […]
Inside a Dove Canyon Home: Why This Gorgeous Community Is Worth the Move

Inside a Dove Canyon Home, sneak peek of a Home inside this Gorgeous community, a 24/7 Guard Gated Community of Dove Canyon. I’ll walk you through a home here, Check out our video showcasing Dove Canyon area: It’s Gorgeous! Dove Canyon is a highly desired area in 24/7 guard gated community. Located in the #1 […]
How schools impact property values in Orange County CA

Take a look at your new home wish list. You’ve undoubtedly included the number of bedrooms and bathrooms you need, listed the amenities you hope to find, and perhaps even the type of neighborhood you hope to live in. One aspect of the home purchase that few buyers consider is the house’s future resale value. […]
Orange County Property Tax – The Percentage, Mello Roos, & Special Assessments – Everything You Need to Know

Comprehensive Guide to Orange County Property Tax Rates Including Percentage, Special Assessment Taxes, & Mello Roos Planning to buy a new home in Orange County, California, can be an exciting, yet daunting experience. As a home buyer, it’s essential to understand the Orange County property tax rates, including percent, Mello Roos, and Special Assessments, to […]
What is due diligence when buying a home and why it’s so important in real estate.

Don’t Skip the Boring Stuff: A Fun Guide to Homebuying Due Diligence Buying a home is a huge moment—somewhere between “I got my first paycheck” and “I kept a houseplant alive for more than three weeks.” It’s exciting. So exciting, in fact, that many buyers fall in love with the pretty kitchen, the cute front […]
4 Bedroom Condos For Sale – Rancho Santa Margarita – RMS – Seacounty Las Flores

This blog post is part of my series of 411 Ultimate Guide for Rancho Santa Margarita Condos and Townhomes for sale. Annette and I realize that with home affordability here in Orange County CA, the struggle is real. Sometimes with only 15 – 20 active condos for sale, it is important to know all your choices […]