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28411 Via Del Sereno, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
4 + Loft Bed | 3 Bath | 3,292 SQFT. | SOLD PRICE $ 2,100,000
Nov 17
1443 Georgia Street,Tustin, CA 92782
3 Beds | 3Bath | 1977SQFT. | SOLD PRICE $1,300,000
Nov 14
31321 Via Las Palmas, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
5 Bed | 5 Bath | 6,400 SQFT. | For Sale $ 6,198,000
Nov 10
53245 Avenida Martinez, La Quinta, CA 92253
5 Bed | 4 Bath | 3,226 SQFT. | For Sale $975,000
Oct 15
27381 Via Priorato, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
4 Bed+Office + 2 Lofts | 4.5 Bath | 4,870 SQFT. | For Sale $ 3,375,000
Oct 13
3321 Doheny Way Dana Point, CA 92629
A Turnkey South Cove Townhome with Ocean Views
3 Bed | 2 Bath | 1,943 SQFT. | For Sale $ 1,649,000
Sep 25
Seller Tips
Do Realtors Actually Spend Money on Me?
A lot of sellers hear, “My compensation is higher because my marketing is expensive,” and wonder what that really means. Here’s a transparent breakdown of what I personally invest in—and what I believe a listing agent should cover—so you can separate talking points from actual service. Photography & Video (the first showing is online) What I order (per listing): Unbranded video (property-only; MLS compliant) Branded video (I’m on camera walking through features; posted to Y
BEWARE: “Subject to an Existing Mortgage” (Why This Can Blow Up Your Deal)
A friend/client recently asked if I could help them buy homes “subject to the existing mortgage.” Quick note: this is not about assumable loans. We’re talking about non-assumable loans where the buyer takes title while the original mortgage stays in the seller’s name. After doing a deep dive, here’s the straight talk: this strategy can be fraudulent , puts both parties at serious risk , and can spiral into IRS and lender trouble fast. What “Subject To” Really Means (and Why
Your Agent Needs to Know These 10 Things (Before You List)
If you’re about to put your home on the market, get your agent everything they need before the sign goes up. The right details upfront prevent MLS mistakes, renegotiations, and blown escrows. Use this as your pre-listing checklist (and hand your agent the completed version). Pro tip: Don’t let your agent copy old MLS data from a neighbor’s listing. Verify everything. 1) HOA Details (all of them) What to provide: HOA name(s), management company, contact phone/email, payment
Buyer Tips
Do Realtors Actually Spend Money on Me?
A lot of sellers hear, “My compensation is higher because my marketing is expensive,” and wonder what that really means. Here’s a transparent breakdown of what I personally invest in—and what I believe a listing agent should cover—so you can separate talking points from actual service. Photography & Video (the first showing is online) What I order (per listing): Unbranded video (property-only; MLS compliant) Branded video (I’m on camera walking through features; posted to Y
BEWARE: “Subject to an Existing Mortgage” (Why This Can Blow Up Your Deal)
A friend/client recently asked if I could help them buy homes “subject to the existing mortgage.” Quick note: this is not about assumable loans. We’re talking about non-assumable loans where the buyer takes title while the original mortgage stays in the seller’s name. After doing a deep dive, here’s the straight talk: this strategy can be fraudulent , puts both parties at serious risk , and can spiral into IRS and lender trouble fast. What “Subject To” Really Means (and Why
Can I Cancel My Real Estate Contract? What It Really Takes (and Costs)
Here’s a plain-English guide to the six most common “I want out” situations I see, plus what each party can usually do next and where money is at risk. This is general info—not legal advice—so always check your state’s forms and deadlines. 1) Seller wants to fire their listing agent Who holds your contract? The brokerage, not the individual agent. The broker must approve any cancellation. What to do: Contact the broker named on the last page of your listing agreement. Be sp
Home Design
8 Home Purchases Every Homeowner Should Know About (Before It’s Too Late!)
A few real-life lessons (and splurges) from this week that can save you money, headaches, and deal-killing surprises—especially if you’ll sell someday. 1) Garage Door Springs + The Right Lube What happened: A thunder-boom “asteroid” sound… my torsion spring snapped. $800 later, lesson learned. Know this: Lifespan: Torsion springs ~7–14 years; extension springs ~5–10 (depends on cycles). Never use WD-40. It’s a solvent, not a lubricant—strips oils and attracts dust. Use a..
Timeless Sells: A Classic Home Tour and What Makes It Work
I get asked this all the time: “How do I update without chasing trends?” This home is the answer. Most of its renovations were done about ten years ago, yet it reads fresh, elevated, and sale-ready today. During our open house, traffic was constant and feedback was glowing. Here’s a quick room-by-room tour and a checklist of timeless moves you can borrow. What makes it timeless One calm paint color throughout. Clean white on every wall lets art, windows, and architecture lea
Avoid These Flooring Installation Mistakes
Thinking about new floors—or installation is about to start? Read this first. Most regrets come from prep and install mistakes, not the product itself. Use this checklist to get it right. 1) Acclimate correctly Bring material inside the home before install so it stabilizes to your temperature and humidity. Solid hardwood: 5–7 days (lean toward 7) Engineered hardwood: 2–4 days LVP/LVT: 24–72 hours Tile/porcelain: no acclimation needed, but see moisture note below Proof ma
Relocation
Leasing Homes in Orange County: What You Need to Know
Why Leases Are a Lot of Work Hi, I’m Audra Lambert, a real estate agent in Orange County specializing in buying, selling, and leasing...
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