Home Improvements and Design The New Trend in Floor Design Terrazzo Flooring There are plenty of options when it comes to flooring, from tile to laminate, wood to vinyl and everything in between. But how do you choose which one is right for you? Whether you’re going for a classic look or a modern touch, the style of floor you choose says a lot about […]
Selling Use Your Move to Make a Change Moving Is A Big Deal! So much to do! Real estate paperwork, escrow, your loan officer, repairs, packing, cleaning, moving…. And so much change! But this is also a great time to look for some “out of box” opportunities to make some changes you may not have thought about. Here Are Some Suggestion: 1. Have you […]
Buying Signs You Are Ready to Stop Renting and Buy a Home Are You Ready to Stop Renting and Buy a Home Renting a home gives you the freedom to move around and not have the responsibility of a mortgage, yet homeownership is a goal for most people. With mortgage rates at an all time low, you may be asking if you are ready to make the […]
Buying Are You Overpaying for Your Home? Signs You’re Overpaying for Your Home We live in an age of information with the ability to research and find information sitting in the palm of our hand. And as technology has evolved, it’s become much easier to find information on home prices, especially with sites and applications like Zillow and Trulia. So why is […]
Financial Best Retirement Cities in Orange County Choosing the Right City to Retire In As you approach retirement years there are many factors to keep in mind, housing being one of them. There are many benefits to purchasing your retirement home sooner rather than later. Tax benefits like Prop 60/90 allow you to maximize your retirement. But there’s also something to be […]
Home Improvements and Design Back to School Home Improvement Projects Easy Back to School Home Improvement Projects Summer is almost over and even though the warm weather will continue on for a while longer, the activity in Orange County decreases when the kids go back to school. For most homeowners, when the kids go back to school, there’s time to complete some easy home improvement […]
Communities Best Gated Communities in South Orange County Premier Gated Communities in South Orange County South Orange County is an incredible place to live. The weather is amazing year round, there’s something for every lifestyle and there are beautiful luxury homes in premier areas. Some of those homes are new developments and some are in gated communities. Living in a gated community is […]
Real Estate Owning a Condo vs. Owning a Home Is Owning a Condo or Home Better? Owning property in any capacity is a plus. When you own property, you’re constantly building equity. But there are different responsibilities that come with different types of property ownership. Owning a condo is different than owning a home. If you’ve been going back and forth between purchasing a […]
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Local Events Summer Events in Orange County Mark Your Calendar, Summer is Coming! The marine layer is burning off faster and the sun is showing itself more in Orange County as we make our way into summer. It’s one of the best places to be during this time of year. The beaches are filled with people enjoying the sun on their face […]
Buying Preparing to Buy a Home in the New Year Buying a Home in 2019 Buying a home or investment property is an exciting process. It’s full of excitement and leads to so much happiness at the end of it all. If you’re preparing to buy a home or looking to make your next investment, purchasing at the beginning of the year is a great […]
Selling Signs It’s Time to Downsize Your Home When is it Time to Downsize my Home? When you’re first starting your family, you buy a home for your future. You plan to fill the rooms with children or a couple dogs. As you start to move through life, those kids grow up. They go on to live their lives and you’re left with […]
Local Events The Benefits of Living by the Beach Living by the Beach in South Orange County If you’ve ever lived by the beach, you know how amazing the lifestyle is by the water. There’s something different about beach cities and cities located close to the ocean. The people are friendly, the areas are clean and well maintained, and there are always people out […]
Selling Selling Your Orange County Home this Summer Tips to Sell a House in Orange County During the Homestretch of Summer Summer is coming to a close here in Orange County, and school is right around the corner. There have been plenty of open houses all over Orange County this summer as the housing market has leaned towards sellers for most of the […]
Market Trends The 2018 Summer Real Estate Market in Orange County The Summer Market is Here! How can you tell when summer is here in the OC? If you can’t tell by the bikers and joggers running up and down PCH or the long summer days and warm summer nights, just look at all the FOR SALE signs you see in the front yards of homes […]
Financial Refinancing as Rates Rise in 2018 Mortgage Rates Rise, Refinancing Rates Fall As a homeowner, you are responsible for a variety of different things. Whether you are worrying about keeping the landscaping crisp, updating a bathroom or refinancing your home, there is always something to think about. As the cost of living in Orange County and in the rest of California […]
Financial 2018 Tax Deductions for Selling a Home Preparing for Tax Season Spring is here and with that comes our favorite time of year…tax season! Actually, tax season is usually more of a headache than anything else. But there are a couple things you can do to make your life easier when the time comes.  If you are thinking about selling your home […]
Home Improvements and Design Choosing the Right Color for Your Home Painting Your Home Deciding to paint your home is the first and easiest step in the painting process. While adding some new hues to your rooms can help to freshen up your home’s overall appearance, it can also ruin your home’s ambiance if not properly executed. The colors you choose and how you incorporate them […]
Selling Working with a Listing Agent What to Expect when Selling your Home As we enter 2018, the market forecast is shaping up for this year to be another strong year for seller’s throughout Orange County. With the unmet demand for housing due to low inventory, you may be considering taking advantage of this current seller’s market. Once you’ve made the decision […]
Real Estate 2017 in Review A Recap of 2017 Kathy’s Making Dream Homes a Reality! 2017 was a tremendous year for the real estate market throughout Orange County, and it was a year of making dream homes a reality for my clients. It was such an honor to help all my clients with each and every property and I’m truly […]
Home Improvements and Design Popular Features Buyers Want in a Home Cost-Effective Home Upgrades As a homeowner, making repairs and upgrades to your home is a necessary part of keeping every room well-maintained. In the current market, many buyers are looking for a move-in ready home that features an open floor plan, upgraded kitchen and lush landscaping. In preparation to sell, or maybe to make some […]