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Selling your house in Orange County? Don’t want to pay commission but not interested in listing yourself? Why not examine the method of selling directly? There are a significant number of pros to consider. If you’ve never really explored working with a professional buyer, you may be surprised to learn why so many choose this…

Overwhelmingly, real estate agents honorably perform their professional duties. However, sellers like you are just one of many when an agent focuses on the almighty dollar instead of fulfilling their fiduciary duty to you. Read on to discover five of the signs of a bad Orange County real estate agent. Trust A fiduciary…

Have you ever considered selling your house directly? Sellers facing the reality of repair costs are all too often overwhelmed with the work, time, and expense of readying their home for a traditional listing. Selling on your own or with a licensed real estate agent entails much of the same process. While you’ll potentially save…

FSBO property listings are one option for homeowners in Orange County. “Let’s sell it ourselves and save all of those real estate agent commission fees for ourselves!” Sounds great, right? When it comes to FSBO listings for sale by owner, going it alone isn’t always the right move. The process of selling a home is…

Do you need to sell your house in Orange County? For homes that need updates, remodeling, or total rehabbing, standard real estate sales listings are not necessarily the best option to sell for a fair price. Some homeowners are not financially or physically able to carry out the necessary work to compete on the Orange…

Unlike a private home, selling your multi-family property involves several people, depending on the number of units. Sellers must put a great deal of consideration into the transaction to ensure they aren’t crossing any legal lines regarding the laws, rules, and regulations of Orange County by which multi-family property owners must abide. Failure to do…

It’s no secret that it is a hot market right now in the real estate world. Low housing inventory and high demand should mean that your home would sell quickly. Homeowners are often left to wonder why their house just is not selling or even getting any showings when the Orange County real estate market…

Selling your home at auction in Orange County is a growing practice throughout America, because it offers an opportunity to sell your house fast, without paying real estate agent fees, and often with a profit.   However, as with all things, there can be downsides to auctioning your home…

Probate is simply the process of administering a decedent’s estate. Most of us have heard the stories about how long and headache filled the probate process usually is, and we dread it when we actually have to face it. The reality, though, is that done right, the probate process for a house in Orange…

You’ve decided to sell your house on your own, and you realize there will be some costs involved. So, wisely, you’re now asking: “What should I budget for if I sell my house on my own in Orange County?” The answer may surprise you. It is true that home prices are rising in…

If you’re thinking of selling your house using owner financing, make sure you read this blog post to learn the 6 owner financing tips for sellers in Orange County… There are many ways to sell your house. You could list it on the market and see what sellers will pay. You could…

A house you purchased at one point in your life may not be the right house for you today. The good news is that you don’t have to hold onto your house forever! Learn about the easiest way to sell your Orange County house in our latest post! There are a number…

When selling your house in Orange County, there is more than just one way to go about it. Every situation requires its own unique solution. In this post, we offer information about your available selling options so that you can sell your house fast and move on.  Do you need to sell…

Foreclosure occurs when, for whatever reason, agreed to payments for a mortgage loan and not being made in a timely and consistent manner. The reasons this can vary as widely as there are homeowners, from the sudden loss of life from a contributing family member, unexpected loss of income, or a myriad of other possibilities….

Why isn’t my house selling? Waiting for a buyer can be stressful when you’re selling your home. Emotionally, the constant readying for showings and let down as no offers follow can be draining. Financially, depending on the circumstances you’re facing, the bills keep rolling in as time passes. If you’ve had to relocate, you’re now…

The decision to sell your home is a big one. Now that you’re ready to sell, you must consider the method you select to sell your home. While most homeowners first thought is to call a licensed real estate agent, why not consider the alternative of selling to a professional investor, like those at OC…

The consequences of foreclosure have long-reaching effects that carry over into your personal and financial life for many years. Should you qualify for any type of credit moving forward, with a foreclosure on your report, you will pay the hefty interest due to the risk you now pose as a borrower. As life becomes more…

So, you have inherited a house, while this may sound exciting, the reality is less than a pleasure. The truth, however, is that you have inherited expenses along with the house. Well-intentioned loved ones all too often leave their property in their will to beneficiaries that are already struggling to afford their monthly bills. Often,…

Mobile homes come in all shapes, sizes, and styles and can be a fantastic alternative to traditional housing. However, as time passes and circumstances inevitably change, you may find yourself holding a mobile home that is no longer serving your needs. Or perhaps you have not had the means to maintain the house or are…

Myths long outlive the truth, and this is true regarding professional home buyers. These myths range from forcing sellers into accepting unfair offers, and nothing could be farther from the truth about OC Home Buyers. Another illusion is that all sellers are better served by selling on their own or working with a real estate…

At OC Home Buyers, we take a different approach to real estate. We offer a refreshing alternative to the traditional method of home buying and sales, including listing on the MLS with a real estate agent or attempting to sell on your own. Here are five ways OC Home Buyers is revolutionizing real estate in…

Whether you have inherited the property and do not want it or the headaches of running a multi-family property have made you realize you do not enjoy the landlord’s job, you have a small pool of buyers. If there are issues with the property, such as serious repairs or troublesome tenants, buyers will grow even…

While selling your house on your own will save you in real estate commissions, much of the costs you will absorb, such as marketing, are included in the commission. These savings come at a high price for most sellers, and we’ll discuss the costs you can expect with an FSBO listing in Orange County. …

Downsizing homes can be a daunting task. You can feel confident moving forward and avoid the sense of dread that so often overwhelms homeowners by following a few simple tips to help you downsize your house in Orange County. Allow yourself plenty of time to go through your belongings, taking several weeks…

Disclosure documents in real estate require you as the seller to list any known issues with the property and remodeling projects undertaken by the current owners. The disclosure process does not exist only to protect the buyer. It is essential to understand that sellers benefit significantly from this step in any real estate transaction. Read…

Suppose you have been considering making alterations to your home. In that case, the bottom line is to make sure the work is permitted if required by law to avoid the consequences, which are much more complicated than pulling the permit initially.  While you may believe you and your family will live in your current…

No matter why you need to sell your home, whether you can not afford to make the repairs any longer or you are ready for a change, at OC Home Buyers, solving your problems is our focus. Because our homes are usually one of the most significant investments we make in life, the method of…

Saying goodbye to your home and moving to a new location requires a form of closure for many homeowners. Changing our mindset from the change being news to becoming our reality and finally carrying out the move can be made easier through careful preparations. You’ll find five tips below that will help you prepare in…

Maybe it is time to move!  Signs may be telling you that the time has come, though you may be ignoring them! Is the thought of moving, dealing with showings, or dread of the entire traditional sale process delaying the inevitable? We’ll explore five signs you have owned your house for too long in Orange…

Decided to sell but have a problem? Homes that haven’t been maintained and have become an eyesore create a unique set of issues for their owners. If you should find yourself holding property in less than stellar condition, we will explore how to get the best price for your run-down house in Orange County. …

There are many stages in life where the mindset of temporary housing or a rental phase makes sense. However, Orange County home sellers should know that while it would have previously been the norm, these people are now more focused on finding permanent housing situations and increasing the number of buyers competing for homes in…

Real estate is usually among the largest investments of our lifetime, and the exit strategy you enact can severely affect the outcome. There are just as many unique issues as there are properties. When sellers consider putting their home on the market, their minds inevitably wander to the problems they face with the property, their…

Professional investors understand the risks involved in taking on the problems of homeowners. If you have had even the slightest experience in real estate, you have heard the phrase “location, location, location” as the primary requirement of making a good real estate investment. The location has a powerful influence on the long-term value of the…

It’s not always easy to know how to be successful with a real estate sale, especially when you’re selling your house when you need to relocate in Orange County quickly. But there are some tips and suggestions that you can follow when selling your Orange County house that will lead to a successful sale. …

Starter homes are just that, an excellent place for new homeowners to get a start. These are usually smaller, more affordable homes and may require renovation. Wise real estate investors know that homeownership includes selling and buying multiple homes in a lifetime. Some common triggers usually set the chain of events into motion that propels…