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10 Steps to Sell Your House

10 Steps to Sell Your House

Selling your house is a long, nerve-wracking process. Here's an easy guide to get you from staging to signing in no time.

In Selling a House, by Anthony Bayardelle

Relocating to Orange County

Relocating to Orange County

Moving to a new area is always difficult. Here are some tips to make your transition to Orange County a little easier.

In Miscellaneous Topics in Real Estate, by Anthony Bayardelle

What You Don't Know About Your Time in Escrow

What You Don't Know About Your Time in Escrow

There’s a lot that can happen during the escrow period that could affect or even jeopardize your home purchase.

In Buying a House, by Anthony Bayardelle

Dodd-Frank 101

Dodd-Frank 101

There has been a lot of talk about Dodd-Frank recently. Here's what you need to know and how it relates to real estate.

In Miscellaneous Topics in Real Estate, by Anthony Bayardelle

What Credit Score Do I Need to Buy a House?

What Credit Score Do I Need to Buy a House?

Here is a quick guide to how your credit score affects your ability to buy a house, your interest rate, and even your down payment.

In Getting a Loan, by Anthony Bayardelle

6 Tricks to Looking at Houses

6 Tricks to Looking at Houses

It's hard to get an accurate picture of a house from a 15 minute walk through. Here's what to look for so you don't miss a thing.

In Buying a House, by Anthony Bayardelle

Orange County Property Management Company Roundup

Orange County Property Management Company Roundup

Here's a list of the top-ranking property management companies in Orange County and what they offer potential customers.

In Miscellaneous Topics in Real Estate, by Anthony Bayardelle

3 Big Mistakes First-Time Home Buyers Make

3 Big Mistakes First-Time Home Buyers Make

Buying a house? Here's how to avoid the mistakes first-time buyers usually make.

In Buying a House, by Anthony Bayardelle

6 Steps to Buying a Home

6 Steps to Buying a Home

Avoid the common mistakes and pitfalls and turn the home buying process into something you can actually enjoy.

In Buying a House, by Anthony Bayardelle

The Ultimate Guide to FHA Loans

The Ultimate Guide to FHA Loans

1 in 5 new homebuyers chooses an FHA loan. Here's everything you need to know about this low-downpayment alternative to a traditional mortgage.

In Getting a Loan, by Anthony Bayardelle

8 Questions to Ask When Interviewing a Realtor

8 Questions to Ask When Interviewing a Realtor

Don't miss out on any important information when interviewing potential realtors.

In Real Estate, by Anthony Bayardelle

The Ultimate Guide to Downpayments

The Ultimate Guide to Downpayments

Here's everything you need to know about all the factors affecting your down payment.

In Buying a House, by Anthony Bayardelle

6 Common Mistakes When Making an Offer On a House

6 Common Mistakes When Making an Offer On a House

Make sure you make the right offer on your dream house by avoiding these six common pitfalls.

In Buying a House, by Anthony Bayardelle

Mortgages 101: The Vocabulary

Mortgages 101: The Vocabulary

Here’s a guide to the basics of getting a mortgage. Now you can focus more on your new home and less on trying to decipher fine print.

In Getting a Loan, by Anthony Bayardelle

Should I Refinance My Home?

Should I Refinance My Home?

In many situations refinancing your home can be a great financial move, but it can also be very risky. Here's how you can see if a refinance is right for you.

In Refinancing Your Mortgage, by Anthony Bayardelle

The Ultimate Guide to Closing Costs

The Ultimate Guide to Closing Costs

Everyone thinks of the downpayment, but many people are blind sighted by just how many closing costs come with the act of buying (or selling) a house.

In Buying a House, by Anthony Bayardelle

How to Find the Right Price to Sell Your Home

How to Find the Right Price to Sell Your Home

Here's a complete guide to finding the perfect listing price for your home.

In Selling a House, by Anthony Bayardelle

The Ultimate Guide to Traditional Mortgages

The Ultimate Guide to Traditional Mortgages

Over 70% of home loans are traditional mortgages. Here's everything you need to know about how to qualify and how to get a good interest rate.

In Getting a Loan, by Anthony Bayardelle

4 Realtor Secrets to Searching for Houses Online

4 Realtor Secrets to Searching for Houses Online

How to switch from casual window-shopping to a more structured, research-based approach to your online home search.

In Buying a House, by Anthony Bayardelle

How to Get a Home Loan

How to Get a Home Loan

With a little bit of information, the process of getting a home loan can be simple, straight-forward, and relatively easy.

In Getting a Loan, by Anthony Bayardelle

Should I Buy or Rent a House?

Should I Buy or Rent a House?

Here are the arguments for renting versus buying and some individual factors you need to consider when making your choice.

In Renting a House, by Anthony Bayardelle

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