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: buying a home, first time buyer, first time homebuyer, Orange County Real Estate |
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 [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )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: buying a home, VA loans, Veteran financing |
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 [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )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: buying a home, first time buyer, Orange County Real Estate |
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 [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )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: buying a home, Orange County Real Estate |
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 [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Four Tips for Serious Real Estate Investors
Posted on April 15, 2011. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Informed Investor Alliance, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: buying a home, Orange County Real Estate |
For success in today’s marketplace, a Real Estate investor definitely needs a realistic strategy and set of expectations. Before you plunk down your hard earned money on an Orange County property, you’ve got to cut through all the debris and determined exactly what IS a good deal, who gets them, and how. From my experience, [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Abundant Opportunities in the Mission Viejo Real Estate Market
Posted on January 15, 2011. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: buying a home, mission viejo property, Orange County Real Estate |
You say you want to buy a home at a fantastic price in a fantastic community? Then it’s time you discovered the wealth of opportunities Mission Viejo Real Estate has to offer. Mission Viejo is a community of dreams. A suburban jewel that has been voted one of the top cities in the United States. [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )It’s Buy Time in the Orange County Real Estate Market
Posted on January 14, 2011. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: buying a home, Orange County Real Estate |
Well, the New Year is underway, and many of us are probably looking back at ‘2010, going over all the plusses and minuses. Hopefully, there are more plusses in your corner. At any rate, before more of ‘011 slips by, it’s definitely a good time to take stock of things, re-assess our goals, and hopefully [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )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: buying a home, Orange County Real Estate |
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 [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Not Quite a Million and One Reasons to Luv Laguna Niguel
Posted on December 12, 2010. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: buying a home, Orange County Real Estate |
Just a few miles inland from the beach with the same first name, Laguna Niguel definitely is one of the best places to hang your hat in Orange County. There are about a million and one things this upscale community can offer anyone seeking a blend of suburban sophistication and laid-back charm. Due to space [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )A Mission Viejo Real Estate Treasure
Posted on November 9, 2010. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: buying a home, Orange County Real Estate |
Anybody who’s ever set foot in Mission Viejo knows there’s a lot to like about this city. No doubt one of the reasons for such widespread appeal is the Cortez community. You’ve just got to see it to believe it – acres and acres of very well-maintained, 1 and 2 story homes tucked away in [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 1 so far )Mission Viejo Real Estate Strengthened By High Inventories
Posted on October 31, 2010. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: buying a home, Orange County Real Estate |
Mission Viejo always has had a lot to offer. From blue ribbon schools to bustling businesses to special events, this prime destination community has plenty of everything for everyone. And right now what Mission Viejo has in especially great abundance is homes. In fact, home inventories are at an all time high in this community. [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Exciting Option for Luxury Living in Orange County
Posted on September 30, 2010. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, OC Property Profiles, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: buying a home, Orange County Real Estate |
Got a penchant for luxury living in Orange County? If so, you need to know about Astoria at Central Park West, located in the heart of Irvine’s bustling business district. Incredibly priced, this upscale condominium community is conveniently close to a wide variety of prime shopping and entertainment destinations such as the Orange County Performing [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )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: buying a home, Orange County Real Estate |
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 [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )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: buying a home, Orange County Real Estate |
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 [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Mission Viejo Home Great Deal For Orange County Homebuyers
Posted on August 20, 2010. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, OC Property Profiles, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: buying a home, Orange County Real Estate |
Mission Viejo Property Gets ‘A’ for Amazing Hey, folks. An amazing Mission Viejo home has just hit the market. Why all the excitement? Because this ready-to-occupy, turnkey property has it all. And then some. First of all, this adorable tri-level home is located in one of the most desirable cities in the world – sunny [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )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: buying a home, Mortgages and Loans, Orange County Real Estate |
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 [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Orange County Foreclosure Help – TEN Dimensions Team
Posted on August 11, 2010. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Making Life Easier, Orange County CA Foreclosures, Orange County Real Estate, Orange County Short Sales | Tags: buying a home, Mortgage Payment Relief, Mortgages and Loans, Orange County Real Estate |
Pull Yourself Out of Foreclosure Chaos The prospect of foreclosure typically whips up a whirlpool of financial and emotional woes for homeowners facing this very stressful scenario. More often than not, folks caught in the swirl of foreclosure chaos feel overwhelmed, out of control, and hopelessly trapped. Fortunately, we at Weeks Team understand the excruciating [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Liven Up Your Living Space With a Special Home Improvement Loan
Posted on July 28, 2010. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Home Improvement Ideas, Home Seller Tips, Making Life Easier, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: buying a home, Mortgages and Loans, Orange County Real Estate |
OK, I’ve told all you Orange County homebuyers, sellers, and agents about this fantastic home improvement loan before. Now you get a sneak peek of what’s possible. But first, a recap – – Right now you can take advantage of a Home Improvement Loan program that combines the sale price of a home and the [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Living it Up Lake Mission Viejo Style
Posted on July 16, 2010. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: buying a home, Orange County Real Estate |
If you’re looking for one of the ideal places to live in Orange County, you don’t need to search any further than one of the Lake Mission Viejo communities. One major reason is the proximity to the lake itself. Living in this idyllic area means you’re only a walk away from the full range of [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )More Good Tax News For Orange County Home Buyers
Posted on July 9, 2010. Filed under: First Time Buyer help, Making Life Easier, Orange County Real Estate | Tags: buying a home, Orange County Real Estate |
The Weeks Team has great news they recently received from a local tax specialist – home buyers DON’T have to wait until next year to get their tax credit! In fact, qualified buyers can get a check this year. All they need to do is amend last year’s Federal tax return. Patricia Yeckel, an Enrolled [...]
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