Are you looking to sell your home? Numerous new sellers enter the process without a good knowledge of what buyers want. According to realtors, these are a number of the most common errors made by sellers with homes on the real estate market.1. Neglecting Curb Appeal Curb appeal is ultimately your home's first impression. As people pull into your driveway, they are already making up their minds about whether or not your house is the right one for them. Mowing the lawn, putting away bicycles, and providing areas of interest such as flower beds and a wreath will make buyers excited to see what else lies in store.2. Leaving Minor RepairsScuffs on the wall and dripping faucets might seem like minor issues, but they can be a big deal to home buyers. Many people will see the minutiae as proof ... 07/30/2016

These inquiries are just one factor in deciding your credit score. The great news is you can begin to enhance your credit score today with a couple basic steps.Begin by pulling your credit report including your FICO score to observe where you're. Luckily, there are lots of basic things which are possible to do to advance your score. There are lots of approaches to raise your credit score in only a day, or even hours. The easy steps described above can help you to enhance your score, and you might seem results very fast.So your very first task is always to discover and memorize your credit rating. With that specific background in your mind, you most likely already have some guesses regarding what is going to improve your own credit score. The more available credit you've got, the other t... 07/19/2016

Having rental properties can produce a super profitable revenue. This falls under the type of "passive income" that is actually searched for by several of the most intelligent investors. However, not every one is cut out to be a landlord, and many opt to dish off the obligations by working with a property management company. But, as in many other markets, there could come a time when a contractor isn't making the cut, and it's time to kick 'em to the curb. Here are literally the top ten warning signs of a poor property manager: Before you work with:1. They really don't provide references.If the property manager hesitates or unable to offer names and contact information of former clients and/or property owners, it would be better to strike them from your list of prospects. This will spar... 07/15/2016

Sometimes, he might anticipate a rise in the price of the entire property and choose to pay the option premium together with the hope of getting the property at a lowly price. Furthermore, You will understand how much the monthly lease payments will likely be too as the sum of option credits towards the finished purchase cost of your dwelling. In case the choice to buy isn't exercised, the purchaser will lose the option fee and rent premium. Combining the lease agreement with a choice to get the asset, within a predetermined period of time plus at pre-determined price tag, causes a lease with choice to buy. Lease with Option to Buy Homes: the Ultimate Convenience!Therefore many potential pitfalls are linked with lease-with-option-to-buy contracts that consumers must always employ a prof... 07/13/2016

 Community Garage Sale in Rancho Niguel Subdivision,  Laguna Niguel, CA June 3rd 2017. Multi-Family garage sale Saturday June 3rd 2017 from 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM.HOME OWNERS, this is your chance to clean out the garage or attic and sell some of the kids clothes and toys that are unloved. Why not sell those unused tools and sports gear that you are not really using? Preregistration is encouraged to help with signage and planning. All you need to do is open your garage and sell. We will provide advertising and signage into the communities. Starts at 7:30 officially but as you might know the dihards are out by 6:30 AM.BUYERS, this is the community garage sale you have been waiting for with over 80 families participating! Just come from the 5 freeway south on Crown Valley Pkwy till you reach M... 06/20/2016

Exotic Opulence, Sophisticated Style, Gorgeous Upgraded Home, Marina Hills Area. Regal Tones & Luxurious Design Features throughout. Custom Tile Floors, Recessed Lighting with Adjustable Switches, Crown Molding & Encasements, Dual Pane Windows & Slider, Custom Fireplace with Marble Facing, Italian Import Crystal Light Fixtures, Plantation Shutters, Custom Shades, Tropically Inspired Ceiling Fans, Mirrored Wardrobe Doors, Custom Closet Organizers, Whole House Re-Piped last year. Upgraded Kitchen, Rich Cabinetry, Storage Drawers, Upgraded Fixtures & Hardware, Custom Tile Backsplash, Marble Counter Tops, Large Farmers Sink, Under Counter Lighting, High End Stainless Steel Appliances, & Breakfast Bar. Upgraded Baths with Custom Tile Work, Square Sinks, Modern Faucets & Fixtures, Marble Vani... 05/04/2016

REAL ESTATE APPRAISALS ARE SUBJECTIVE Real estate appraisers have a difficult job for sure. The appraiser will try and arrive at the market value of the "subject property" from three different angles. Usually a rebuild and replace method (cost approach), sometimes from an income approach and usually in residential real estate from a market comparison approach. You will hear the term "comparable sales" which is used in the market comparison approach. Why do I say appraisals are subjective? One of my listings just appraised low (first time in years). The home had a new kitchen worth about 40K which was just completed in the last four months. I don't believe the appraiser gave us full value for the kitchen and other recent upgrades. Secondly there have been only two sales (low sales volume... 03/21/2016

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 A city boy, Kenny, moved to the country and bought a donkey from an old farmer for $100. The farmer agreed to deliver the donkey the next day. The next day the farmer drove up and said: "Sorry son, but I have some bad news. The donkey died." Kenny replied, "Well then, just give me my money back." The farmer said, "Can't do that. I went and spent it already." Kenny said, "OK, then just unload the donkey." The farmer asked, "What ya gonna do with him?" Kenny: "I'm going to raffle him off." Farmer: "You can't raffle off a dead donkey!" Kenny: "Sure I can. Watch me. I just won't tell anybody he is dead." A month later the farmer met up with Kenny and asked, "What happened with that dead donkey?" Kenny: "I raffled him off. I sold 500 tickets at $2 apiece and made a profit of $998.00." Farme... 01/09/2016

Tool For Tracking The Housing Market (in any area) Laguna Niguel Housing Market Tracking Tool Have you ever wondered which way the housing market is going in Laguna Niguel, Dana Point, Aliso Viejo or Mission Viejo? Now you can track the market fluctuations in any city for free. This tracker goes back to 2001 and only projects out a few months in the future.  When using this internet tool, from Weiss Index, the color scale goes from RED (negative)  to Green (positive or increasing value) and neutral is white. It is fun to check out different zip codes. Let me know if you think it accurately reflects the history in your area.     Click on weissindex.com   Of course no one can truly predict the future and I don’t know the accuracy for each area, but for south Orange County housing in the ... 12/10/2015

    People who look at homes during the holidays are Serious Buyers. Less Inventory during the holidays, means less homes for serious buyers to choose from. Houses "Show Beautifully" when decorated for the holidays. Buyers tend to be more emotional and have urgency to Buy before years end. Out of town Buyers have more time to shop and look at a house during this time. Many Buyers want to buy at year end for tax purposes. January is traditionally the month for job transfers, so many transferees will buy before the year end. Showings by appointment or specific time showings is very acceptable during this time. You can sell now and delay closing after the holiday season when things are more settled. By selling now, you have better opportunities to buy in the coming months when housing  inv... 11/24/2015

Laguna Niguel Local Market Update | October 2015Laguna Niguel Market Update through October 2015. November's report will be available in December. This report represents both attached and detached homes.Would you like to know what your home is worth? Contact me today for a FREE evaluation.Interested in Selling or Buying an Orange County, CA Home?Contact me to get started today!JILL MURTY | 949.355.5321 | JillMurty.com 11/20/2015

Fall is a great time to buy or sell a home in Orange County California.Homes sell year around, especially in the OC. My clients in Laguna Niguel, Dana Point, Aliso Viejo and Mission Viejo often ask me, "What is the best time to list or buy a home?" We have the good fortune in south Orange County CA of having beautiful weather year around. There is never a bad time to list. Oddly the slowest month of the year in my opinion is August.   Families often want to purchase and be moved, settled in and get in a vacation  before school starts in late August. This leads to a slump in August. The second best time to list is the FALL. Click HERE for homes in Laguna Niguel for homes in Laguna Niguel and Dana Point.Why is FALL a good time to list? After all, now that the time has changed you are thin... 11/02/2015

Laguna Niguel Local Market Update:September 2015  Laguna Niguel Local Market Update through September 2015.  October's report will be available in November. This report represents both attached and detached homes. Would you like to know what your home is worth?  Click here to get started. It's free.  Isn't that nice? 🌻Interested in Selling or Buying a Home in Orange County, CA?I can help!  Contact me today.JILL MURTY | 949.355.5321 | JillMurty.com 10/17/2015

Housing Market Report for Laguna Niguel and Dana PointLaguna Niguel and Dana Point are two cities in south Orange County California. The Spring Housing inventory started fairly low in Orange County. The low point in inventory was mid April with multiple offers occurring on most nice homes. From April through August the housing inventory has risen steadily as new sellers are pushing prices and the buyers are pushing back. CLICK HERE for homes in Laguna Niguel and Dana Point.The Blue line charts the inventory for 2014 and the Red line charts the inventory supply for 2015. As you can see the inventory is up about 40% over April levels. What does this mean for home sellers in Laguna Niguel and Dana Point? While the technical chart still favors sellers we are approaching a balanced market. S... 08/27/2015

Rancho Niguel Community Garage Sale June 27th, 2015This is the annual mega garage sale in the Rancho Niguel Subdivision of Laguna Niguel. Save the date and time. Saturday June 27th 7:30 to 1:30.More than 80 families will be participating so there is something for everyone. Come early! The Rancho Niguel Garage Sale has been approved by the various community associations and is an annual event. Come to the corner of Crown Valley Parkway and Moulton and turn north on Moulton. The community is on both sides of the road. Follow the signs. Call or text Ron at 949-456-0505.Rancho Niguel Club is at the corner of Moulton and Rancho Niguel Rd.After you are done with the garage sale visit the Laguna Niguel Regional Park which which is located at La Paz and Rancho Niguel Road.Sponsored by the Ron B... 06/19/2015

I recently photographed 16 Dion, Laguna Niguel.  If you would like to see it please feel free to contact me.  06/04/2015

 Rawlins Piano Company in Orange County, CAFamily Owned & Operated Need a piano to provide the perfect touch for staging?  Rawlins Piano Company is here to help!  Lennar Homes and Tri-Pointe Homes have used Rawlins Piano Company to provide pianos to stage their properties and you can, too! A piano is a beautiful and majestic instrument that adds so much to a home.  The physical beauty of a piano is just the beginning.  When a person with the passion and skill to play the piano hits those keys, the house comes alive.   Wouldn't you you want the chance to experience that in your own home?  Rawlins Piano Company offers rentals and sales.  If you start out renting and decide you love having a piano so much that you want to buy, rent credit applies to the purchase of the rental or upgraded p... 05/21/2015

A Probate Hearing and a Weird Request A court date was scheduled for a probate issue related to a property on which my buyer clients have an accepted offer.  My client and I decided to go to the hearing in person.   As we walked down the hall, some ladies commented that they liked my hair.  "Thanks!", I said.  They asked what color it was.  Chestnut?  I said I wasn't sure, but that sounded like a reasonable guess. My client and I were waiting outside the courtroom and overheard the ladies continuing to talk about the color of my hair. They were discussing whether or not they should ask me if they could take a picture.  They weren't exactly whispering, so my client and I walked over and asked if they wanted a photo of my hair. They exclaimed "We were just talking about that!"  They snapp... 05/20/2015

My hashtag seller  #sellmyhousebytheweekend I was approached with this question: "Can you sell the house by this weekend?"  Of course, the answer was yes.  The approach would be different than that of a traditional sale. The situation was difficult because there were family issues tied to the sale of the property and there was considerable pressure being applied to the seller.  The seller was ready to have the house sold NOW. The seller has a tough exterior that can hide the fact that he's a real sweetheart of a guy.  He'd been so anxiety ridden that I hadn't really seen his funny side until I listed the property and he quickly got some offers. Once he relaxed, I started seeing his funny side.  He started sending text messages, frequently with hashtags.  I don't know why I thought it wa... 05/07/2015