Category Archives: Home selling

Amazingly Good Mortgage Loan Rates Go Down Even Further

Posted on November 12, 2011 by Harrison K. Long

  Mortgage loan rates in the U.S. headed even lower this week of November 10, 2011. Freerateupdate.com’s survey of wholesale and direct lenders showed the following on conforming loans up to $417k:  30 year fixed mortgage rates - 3.750% 15 year … Continue reading →

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Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Loan Lookup Tools

Posted on September 6, 2011 by Harrison K. Long

  If you are a home or property owner considering doing a REAL ESTATE SHORT SALE, you should know in advance who owns the loan.  This information would help you consider a SHORT SALE ~ whether you can possibly AVOID FORECLOSURE  ~ and whether … Continue reading →

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Orange County Home Buyers Alert ~ Now is Your Best Time to Get Going

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Harrison K. Long

  The average rate on a 15-year fixed mortgage loan has fallen to its lowest level in decades. Freddie Mac said the rate for the refinancing option dropped to 3.54 percent from 3.66 percent, which is the lowest average rate since it … Continue reading →

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Dove Canyon Homes at Rancho Santa Margarita CA Real Estate

Posted on August 9, 2011 by Harrison K. Long

Dove Canyon at Rancho Santa Margarita CA has some excellent home values for buyers.      Dove Canyon home ~ $899,900 ~ overlooking 14th fairway of DC Golf Course ~ 5 bedrooms and 5 baths ~ MLS# S667520 ~ IDX link   … Continue reading →

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Splash at Irvine CA – Private Pool Homes for Summer Buyers

Posted on June 25, 2011 by Harrison K. Long

 It’s summer at Irvine and South Orange County and time of year for some fun, backyard parties and family gatherings, grilling of fish, chicken or ribs on the barbecue, and getting wet in the pool. Irvine has 43 homes now listed for sale that have their own private swimming pools, … Continue reading →

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Orange County CA Home Renters Should Consider Buying

Posted on June 18, 2011 by Harrison K. Long

Home ownership remains a big part of the American dream for most people and families in the U.S. and here in California. However, during this challenging economy time the past decade, number of those renting vs. owning a home has grown here at Orange County, … Continue reading →

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3 Orange County Seller Tips to Stay Away from Competition

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Harrison K. Long

  TIPS FOR ORANGE COUNTY HOME SELLERS to help them stay competitive in today’s real estate market  1.  Price the Orange County home competitively from the start  Largest number of showings will occur in the first two to three weeks.  The multiple listing … Continue reading →

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Back Bay West Side – Newport Beach Real Estate

Posted on June 4, 2011 by Harrison K. Long

The west side of Newport Beach’s famous Back Bay area – at South Orange County - is beautiful and popular with folks who like outdoor activities, boating, canoeing, outrigger racing, sailing, kayaking, walking, running and hiking. Newport Beach homes in this area are … Continue reading →

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Turtle Rock at Irvine Home Sellers Need to Know

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Harrison K. Long

  Turtle Rock village at Irvine home owners who are thinking about selling their property and moving should strongly consider preparing for that and get going now.  These late months of spring, May and June, are times when Turtle Rock … Continue reading →

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Irvine Home Sales are Positive for the Orange County Economy Moving Forward

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Harrison K. Long

  Irvine is the primary driver for the economy engine at Orange County, California, and is one of the most sought-after cities for home buyers in Southern California. 438 Irvine homes were resold by real estate professionals during the first quarter … Continue reading →

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