Making Life Easier

First Time Buyer Fears – 5 Reasons Renters Hesitate to Buy a Home

Posted on January 2, 2012. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Making Life Easier, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: , , , |

As first time buyer specialists, we’re constantly helping buyers address their fears about purchasing real estate. Some are very valid, while others are simply fear of the unknown. If you know someone going through pre-homebuying drama , please share this post with them, so they know they’re not alone, and understand how to overcome! 1. Fear [...]

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Do You Qualify for a Loan Modification?

Posted on November 10, 2011. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Lenders & Loan info, Making Life Easier, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: , , |

I’m astounded at how many Orange County homeowners qualify for a loan modification. And I’m even more astounded that they never seize the opportunity, generally because there’s so much misinformation floating around. As a result, hundreds of distressed homeowners never get the help they need. Mike Hatcher, seasoned modification advisor with the Ascent Network, is [...]

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Orange County VA Loans – 8 Things Realtors (and Vets!) Should Know

Posted on October 3, 2011. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Lenders & Loan info, Making Life Easier | Tags: , , |

Hey Orange County Veterans!  I read this great article about VA loans in OCAR mag this month, and was able to get permission for reprint here on our blog.  If you’re interested in a VA loan or getting a home with your veteran benefits please contact Paul or The Weeks Team! VA Loans on the [...]

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First Time Homebuyers Have a New Reason to Rejoice

Posted on September 1, 2011. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Making Life Easier, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: , , |

As if there weren’t a bonanza of incentives already available to first time homebuyers, newbies have yet another excellent reason to purchase a house. Called Homepath, this very generous program currently enables Fannie Mae to offer buyers up to 3.5% in closing cost assistance through October 31, 2011.  In addition, a $1,200 selling agent bonus [...]

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A Good Deal Starts With a Realistic Investor Strategy

Posted on September 1, 2011. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Making Life Easier, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: , |

Like any investors, those delving into Orange County real estate want the best possible deal. Great. But investors also need to temper their profit quest with a sound strategy and realistic expectations. Getting a good deal boils down to four essentials: 1. Decide how much you want to spend. 2. Determine your intention. Do you [...]

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Owning Laguna Hills Real Estate May Take Some Creativity

Posted on June 2, 2011. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Making Life Easier, Orange County Home Improvement, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

“As Orange County realtors with specialization in Laguna properties, the Weeks team has been successful at helping folks just like yourself actualize your dreams and own a piece of Laguna Hills real estate.   It is always recommended that you consult a financial advisor when it comes to a large purchase, but don’t be surprised if [...]

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Making the Orange County Move Green Style

Posted on May 29, 2011. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Making Life Easier, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: , |

Whether you’re moving into or out of an Orange County home, you probably have a ton of stuff to lug along on your journey. And that, of course, means you’ll be needing an assortment of boxes and other packing materials for the thousand and one household belongings you’ve accumulated over the years. Now what if [...]

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Orange County Home Staging – need a FAST sale?

Posted on May 3, 2011. Filed under: Home Seller Tips, Making Life Easier, Orange County Home Improvement, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: , , |

Many of you have heard of Home Staging and thought “OK, maybe, but does it really work? Is it really worth the money?” Last night I got a call from a home-owner I worked with at the end of March to pick up some props. When I staged their house I left some items behind [...]

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Flex Your Solar Power – Orange County Solar Options

Posted on March 25, 2011. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Home Improvement Ideas, Making Life Easier, Orange County Home Improvement | Tags: |

As we roar into the home stretch of March, I thought I’d squeeze in one more reminder that this is Green & Sustainability Month.  Being the environmentally-conscious citizen that I am, I’d like to pitch in by covering one more topic related to the health and well-being of our planet – solar power. Those of [...]

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Orange County Home Staging: Horrible Odors

Posted on March 10, 2011. Filed under: Home Improvement Ideas, Home Seller Tips, Making Life Easier | Tags: , , |

Keren Shamay of Shamay Staging & Redesign Inc. here. I am currently in AZ at Real Estate Investment school. Today’s topic? Fix and Flip. How to do it the right way. What are the hazards? What problems come up? During one of the discussions we ran across a house that had terrible pet odors. The [...]

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Orange County Moving Company Offers YOU a 10% Discount

Posted on January 26, 2011. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Making Life Easier, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: |

If you’re moving or planning to move, the Weeks Team has a great way to eliminate headaches, as well as save time and money. We’re teaming up a with an amazing group of local professionals who’ve dedicated themselves to making your move as simple and hassle-free as possible. Bigs & Smalls Moving & Storage Services [...]

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11 Great Reasons to Buy an Orange County Home in 2011

Posted on January 1, 2011. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Making Life Easier, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: , |

A New Year means new opportunities. And one place you’ll discover opportunities galore is in the Real Estate market. It’s true. I did some poking around and came up a whole slew of great reasons to buy an Orange County home in 2011.  Here’s 11 for 11 – Low Interest Rates – Right now they’re [...]

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‘Tis the Season to Beat the Burglar

Posted on December 1, 2010. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Making Life Easier, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: |

It just doesn’t balance out. Only one person will sneak into your beautiful Orange County home this holiday season and leave nice things for you. But there are hundreds who’ll be more than happy to slip into your comfy crib and permanently remove things – often very valuable things. Known as burglars, these predators luv [...]

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New Incentive Brightens Picture for Orange County Homebuyers

Posted on September 30, 2010. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Making Life Easier, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: , |

More good news for Orange County homebuyers.  Fannie Mae has a new seller assistance incentive for Fannie Mae-owned properties listed on the company’s REO website, HomePath. What’s it all mean for those of you in the market for a home? Just this. If you’re a qualified buyer, you could receive up to 3.5 percent of [...]

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Homebuyer Advice on Purchasing an Orange County Relocation Home

Posted on September 28, 2010. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Making Life Easier, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: , |

I recently closed a sale on a fantastic Orange County relocation home, which in this case happened to be a flip. To my delight, the buyer was extremely pleased with both the house and the service provided by yours truly. Always plenty of decisions to be made when making a home purchase; even more so [...]

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Fighting Foreclosure in Orange County

Posted on September 28, 2010. Filed under: Making Life Easier, Orange County CA Foreclosures, Orange County Real Estate, Orange County Short Sales | Tags: , |

The present foreclosure stats tell a grim story. Hard-working folks are losing their homes in alarming numbers. Fortunately, people facing foreclosure in Orange County are not as defenseless as they think. That’s why I’ve started this informative new blog series — Fighting Foreclosure. It’s all about helping people discover the options and resources they have [...]

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Am I Ready to Buy a Home in Orange County?

Posted on September 14, 2010. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Making Life Easier, Orange County Real Estate |

Alright, you’ve decided to make the big move. You want to own a place of your own. Congratulations! You’ve definitely taken a major step toward a more rewarding lifestyle and a more secure financial future. And right now you’ll discover a fantastic selection of excellent Orange County homes for sale.  Of course, buying an Orange [...]

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Orange County Association of Realtors Launches Young Professionals Network

Posted on August 25, 2010. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Making Life Easier, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: |

Been a long time coming, but it’s finally here. The Orange County Association of Realtors (OCAR) has just started its own chapter of the Young Professionals Network (YPN).   And I’m both honored and thrilled to have been named the Vice Chair of the organization. What’s so good about the YPN you ask?  I’d say the [...]

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Disclosing Advice For Orange County Home Sellers

Posted on August 16, 2010. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Home Seller Tips, Making Life Easier, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: |

Disclose Before You Close When it comes to selling a home, it seems that you just can’t disclose too much. Yes, certain details matter a great deal. In fact, from a legal standpoint, sellers must make these details available to prospective home buyers. And it is the responsibility of every agent to dig deep and [...]

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How Short Sales and Foreclosures Can Affect You

Posted on August 12, 2010. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Lenders & Loan info, Making Life Easier, Orange County CA Foreclosures, Orange County Real Estate, Orange County Short Sales | Tags: , , |

It’s the law of the universe. Every action triggers a reaction. And this law certainly comes into play in the world of foreclosures and short sales. If you’re an Orange County homeowner who’s gonna go through with one or the other, it’s best to know what’s in store for you when the dust settles. Derek [...]

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