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Category Archives: Blog

This is where I give practical advice to Orange County and Laguna Beach home buyers and sellers. I’ll keep you updated on both real estate and lifestyle in Laguna Beach and South Orange County.

Big Changes Coming!

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The way buyers are getting pre approved for home loans is going to change this August! The new Dodd- Frank rules will change the way homes are bought and sold. Whether you are a buyer or seller, you need to know how this is going to affect you!

Laguna Royale Condos

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Laguna Royale is a beautiful, one of a kind coastal condo community in Laguna Beach, CA. Laguna Royale consists of 78 ocean front and ocean view condos, varying in size from 1 to 3 bedrooms. This is one of the best places to find beach front condos under $3,000,000.

Modern Studio

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Modern interior design has been very popular in homes for decades. While it may not be suitable for everyone’s tastes, modern design can be a strong selling point for a home. Buyers are likely to appreciate the clean lines and simplicity. With a rising demand for Mid Century Modern homes in Orange County, I figured […]

Laguna Beach Lido

Pricing Updated June 2023: Ocean views don’t get better than those at Laguna Lido. This luxury high rise condo community is located on the sand on the west side of PCH in South Laguna Beach. Residences have majestic views of their almost private beach, Catalina Island and Laguna Beach city lights.

Foreign Buyer’s Guide

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Here is all you need to know about buying real estate in Orange County, CA. Whether you are a foreign investor, a snowbird or a new immigrant, purchasing real estate in a different country can be daunting. While this guide will help you get started, it is no substitute for the expertise of experienced real estate agents, attorneys, […]

Laguna Home Prices Up

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From the Laguna Beach Indy: The median price of homes sold in Laguna Beach last year was close to $1.8 million, exceeding the previous peak median price of $1.7 million in 2006. In a year to year comparison, the median sales price for single family homes in Laguna jumped 16 percent in 2014.

“1031” Exchange Basics

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When you sell real estate held for investment, you have to pay the capital gains tax. However, nobody likes to pay taxes. Luckily the so called “1031 Exchange” can offer significant savings to property owners. Wondering how you can benefit? Welcome to 1031 Exchanges 101!

Was 2014 the year to buy?

Last year I met a lot of people who were debating whether or not 2014 was the right time to buy a home for their family. Some of these buyers decided to put off the purchase of a new home until 2015. Wouldn’t it be interesting to see whether their decision to wait made sense?