Rising Interest Rates has become a problem for those looking to get a mortgage when buying a home in today's real estate market. These higher rates were intended to slow down pries and inflation but the actual opposite as happened. Due to low inventory, we have what they call shelter inflation which is reaction to the Federal government raising interest rates. It's basically explained as the higher the interest rates go, less and less people who currently have a 3 or 4 percent mortgages on their home would not want to put their home on the market and buy another property at interest rates in the 6 to 7 percent range due to the higher costs involved. So the higher interest rates have created a very limited number of homes coming on the market which is
…Rimrock San Clemente Homes
Sam Smith specializes in Rimrock San Clemente homes for sale and San Clemente Real Estate and is a local San Clemente Real Estate agent.
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San Clemente Homes with No Mello Roos
2,168 Views, 0 CommentsSan Clemente is an older beach town down that dates back to the 1920's when the homes were first built here. Since many of the neighborhoods in San Clemente have been around for a long time you won't typically find any Mello Roos in these neighborhoods. Mello Roos is a bond that is associated with brand new communities as a way of passing on the costs to the homeowners associated with building a new neighborhood. Builders are always looking for ways to minimize the costs when building homes and creating a Mello Roos bond which typically goes for 25 to 30 years and is smart way for them to avoid the costs associated with building streets, sidewalks, etc in a new community. Most buyers don't like this added extra cost when buying a home but since most
…San Clemente Homes On Cul-De-Sac Streets
2,516 Views, 0 CommentsSan Clemente offers a wide variety of neighborhoods to choose from the downtown San Clemente area that was originally built staring in the 1920's to newer areas like Talega that started constructions approximately 20 years ago and has spanned over 40 different communities. The one thing that all of these homes have in common is offering homes that are located on cul-de-sac streets. When looking for a home most buyers have a bucket list of items that they want to have in their new home. Location is typically at the top of the list when a client wants to live in a certain neighborhood or an area that is approximately that is a certain distance to the beach. Many times buyers will also want to have a private location which a cul-de-sac street can offer.
…San Clemente Coming Soon Listings
1,989 Views, 0 CommentsThe San Clemente Real Estate market in the last three to four months has been really crazy as buyers are bidding against each other when new listings that are priced well come on the market. Many thought COVID would bring the real estate market down but it has actually had a reverse effect and the market has never been stronger. One of the biggest issues is limited inventory which has been a problem for the last two to three years in San Clemente and has become even more limited due to COVID. What many buyers are doing is looking for homes that are not on the market yet but will be coming on the market soon. These listings that were once only limited to real estate agents are now available to the general public.
One of the best things you can do
…San Clemente Furnished Homes For Sale
1,945 Views, 0 CommentsSan Clemente has a large number of properties on the market for sale right now that are being marketed as fully furnished. This is becoming a big trend in selling a home How exactly does it work? For starters, there are various degrees in which an owner can decide to sell a home. We see some sellers offering select pieces of furniture to be included in the sale while others will offer completely everything including kitchen plates and silverware. One of the first things you should do it make a quick estimate on how much the furniture would cost if you were to buy it.
It's important to also factor in the selling price of the home as well. If the home is priced correctly and listed at a price point of where other similar type homes in the
…Solar Powered San Clemente Homes
2,005 Views, 0 CommentsOne of the benefits of living in the Southern California is the sunny weather we get to enjoy pretty much all year around, except for the June gloom that that occurs every year. Many residents have used this benefit to aide in going green and using solar panels as an alternative to electricity. The technology in this field has drastically changed over the years and as a result has become more affordable. Many homes in San Clemente are installing solar panels on their roofs which has become a huge selling point when it comes time to sell. Markeing a home with solar panels really does appeal to those who want to live a more green focused living and for those who are also cost conciecous who want to save money.
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…San Clemente Turnkey Homes
1,775 Views, 0 CommentsWhen I first got into real estate over 20 years ago I always heard the word "turnkey" and had no idea what people were talking about. It seems like its a favorite word among real estate agents for describing a home that is in excellent condition. it wasn't later that it was explained to me that it literally meant turn the key in the door and leave without any concern about something falling apart or not working correctly. Once I got this explanation it started to make sense but I still feel like it's a word that is over used by the real estate community.
Nevertheless, it's a short way to describe a home that needs little to no work done on the home. Basically, bring your touthbrush and move right in. This is especially true to describe condos in
…San Clemente Broker Preview Dates
7,015 Views, 0 CommentsReal Estate agents have a special day when they get to preview brand new listings that come on the market in the San Clemente real estate market place. This is called "broker preview" since real estate agents and brokers have the ability to view a large number of listings in a short four period. Often times, agents will spend just a couple minutes looking at a property and then drive on to the next property. This allows them to be able to see a large number of properties so they are better able to identify properties that may work for their clients.
The dates for properties located in San Clemente, Dana Point and San Juan Capistrano is every Wednesday from 9:30am to 1:30pm. Buyers are also welcome to attend these open houses and can quickly view a
…Relocating to San Clemente Requires A Skilled San Clemente Realtor
3,814 Views, 0 CommentsRelocating can always be challenging when considering moving from your current home location. Moving to an area that you are not familiar with can be scary and not understanding the nuances and price factors that contribute to the different areas can be challenging if you are not working with a skilled San Clemente Realtor. A good San Clemente Real Estate agent can give you a brief rundown of the city and help you find the perfect San Clemente community for you. There are so many great areas in the San Clemente area but local knowledge of factors that may effect home prices need to told to any prospective buyers. These factors can include land shifting, freeway proximity and noise as well as residential and mixed use areas. Also, make sure to ask for
…San Clemente Homes Provide Excellent Tax Shelter For Real Estate Investors
3,577 Views, 0 CommentsIf you are looking for tax shelters in today's economy many are turning away from the stock market and heading towards the real estate arena. With record low prices and rock bottom interest rates buying homes has never been cheaper. This is especially true for real estate investors that are buying homes with interest rates in the 4% range! This is something I thought I would never see happen. Buyers are now realizing that their monthly mortgage payment may be less then the amount of rent they can bring in on lower end properties. This can be achieved with putting as little as 20% down for homes under $300,000. We have several clients looking to buy multiple properties in this price range due to the affordability factor and monthly cash flow they will
…Rimrock San Clemente Home Just Sold by San Clemente Realtor Sam Smith
2,080 Views, 0 CommentsA Rimrock San Clemente home has just been sold by San Clemente Realtor Sam Smith who specializes in San Clemente Real Estate. This single family detached home featured a very large lot with a private heated pool & spa. If you are thinking about selling your San Clemente home please contact Sam Smith today at 949-291-0424. Sam specializes in San Clemente Real Estate, San Clemente Short Sales, San Clemente Foreclosures and beach front properties. Sam is also a San Clemente luxury real estate agent and looks forward to helping you.
Rimrock San Clemente Homes For Sale - Rimrock Home In Escrow
2,122 Views, 0 CommentsA Rimrock San Clemente home has just gone into escrow by Sam Smith, a local San Clemente Realtor who specializes in San Clemente Real Estate. The Rimrock San Clemente area is located in the Forster Ranch area of San Clemente with single level and two story homes situated on large estate pool size lots. Rimrock homes offer a tremendous value when comparing other single family homes in the San Clemente area. Sam Smith's Rimrock listing features a wonderful pool and spa in the backyard and great views of the Forster Ranch Mountains. If you are thinking about selling your San Clemente home please contact Sam Smith today at 949-291-0424. Sam specializes in San Clemente Real Estate, San Clemente Short Sales, San Clemente Foreclosures and beach
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