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8 Rimani Dr, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
4 Bed | 3Bath | 2804 SQFT. | For Sale $ 1,850,000
2 days ago
27381 Via Priorato, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
4 Bed+Office + 2 Lofts | 4.5 Bath | 4,870 SQFT. | SOLD FOR $ 3,150,000
Jan 5
HousingWire Ranks Audra Lambert Among the Best Real Estate YouTube Channels
HousingWire ranks Audra Lambert’s real estate YouTube channel #4 nationwide, recognizing her commitment to clear, hyper-local market education for South Orange County buyers and sellers.
Dec 19, 2025
Your Complete FREE Guide to Kitchen Countertops: Must-Know Advice
Selling your home comes with decisions that can either protect your equity or put your entire transaction at risk. In this guide, you’ll learn the biggest mistakes sellers should never agree to—from allowing early move-ins to accepting unnecessary repairs or long closing timelines. These practical, real-world tips will help you avoid costly situations, maintain control of your sale, and navigate the process with confidence.
Dec 3, 2025
28411 Via Del Sereno, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
4 + Loft Bed | 3 Bath | 3,292 SQFT. | SOLD PRICE $ 2,100,000
Nov 17, 2025
1443 Georgia Street,Tustin, CA 92782
3 Beds | 3Bath | 1977SQFT. | SOLD PRICE $1,300,000
Nov 14, 2025
Seller Tips
Should You Sell Now or Stay Put? A Real-Talk Guide
Thinking about selling and trying to time “the top”? Wondering if you should cash out, rent, downsize, or move up? This is a gut-check guide packed with options, hard-won lessons, and practical next steps. A quick personal note (on seasons + patience) There are seasons where everything feels stuck. I’ve had them—career pivots, family challenges, even a brutal hair journey. Two years later, the outlook (and the hair!) changed. Same with real estate: panic creates bad decisions
What Today’s Buyers Care About (and How Sellers Should Prepare)
The market has shifted toward a more balanced environment. Buyers are choosier, inspectors are stricter, and insurers are scrutinizing everything. If you’re selling, here are the hot-button items that will attract questions, delays, or deal-breakers—and what to do about them. Safety & Code Essentials Smoke and CO Detectors Install detectors in the correct locations and ensure every unit works . Replace expired units; most have a 10-year lifespan . Label installation dates so
How to Prepare Your Home for a Real Estate Photo Shoot
Great photos can make (or break) your listing. Here’s a practical, no-nonsense checklist to get your home camera-ready for stills, video, and drone shots. 1) Pick the right day Check the weather. Avoid rain, snow, and high winds. Overcast (no harsh shadows) is great. Avoid trash day. Street cans ruin curb appeal in wide and drone shots. 2) Lighting = everything Every bulb working, every light on. Include oven and cooktop lights. Raise blinds / open drapes before the team
Buyer Tips
What Today’s Buyers Care About (and How Sellers Should Prepare)
The market has shifted toward a more balanced environment. Buyers are choosier, inspectors are stricter, and insurers are scrutinizing everything. If you’re selling, here are the hot-button items that will attract questions, delays, or deal-breakers—and what to do about them. Safety & Code Essentials Smoke and CO Detectors Install detectors in the correct locations and ensure every unit works . Replace expired units; most have a 10-year lifespan . Label installation dates so
Things Sellers & Buyers Do That Make No Sense (And What To Do Instead)
I’ve been in this business a long time, and some requests still make me go, “Wait… what?” If you’re selling your home—or buying—here are the most common head-scratchers I see, why they don’t work, and what to do instead. 1) “Please remove all photos and videos from the internet.” Once your listing hits the MLS, it syndicates everywhere. Those images live online—often indefinitely. Even if we pull assets from MLS, older versions may still surface. Some MLSs also require photos
Contract Terms That Cost You Money: Read This Before You Sign
Why this matters If you’re selling or buying, your contract isn’t just “price + close date.” It’s a stack of deadlines, “only-if” clauses (contingencies), deposits, and notices that can make or break your deal. Below is a plain-English guide you can hand to your agent and say, “Show me each of these—on the contract.” 1) Price & Term (the basics people still miss) Purchase price: Don’t rely on what someone “said.” Point to it on the page before you sign. Term / close date: I
Home Design
The Realtor’s Guide to Home Lighting (That Actually Sells Your House)
If your rooms feel dim, mismatched, or “meh” on camera, it’s almost always a lighting problem—not your furniture. Here’s a simple, foolproof guide you (or your handyman) can use to choose bulbs, hang fixtures at the right height, and create lighting that photographs beautifully and feels great in person. 1) Pick the right color temperature (Kelvin), not just a bulb name Most packaging says “Soft White,” “Bright White,” or “Daylight,” but those labels vary by brand. Use the K
Staging Your Home On A Budget: What Actually Moves The Needle
Getting your house market ready does not have to drain your wallet. Use this simple, seller friendly plan to make your home photograph beautifully, feel spacious, and show with confidence. 1) Declutter like you mean it Aim to remove about 30 percent of visible items. If a room feels a little bare, you are close. Pack away family photos and anything highly personal. Edit closets and storage so buyers see space , not stuff. If a room is hard to walk through, pull furniture ou
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..
Relocation
Selling After 20+ Years: A Senior Friendly Guide to Today’s Listing Process
If you have owned your home for decades, the selling process has changed a lot. This guide breaks it down in plain English so you feel informed, protected, and in control. 1) Digital paperwork without the pressure Ask your agent to email a PDF of any agreement before e-signing so you can zoom in and read every clause. If you prefer paper, request a printed copy and a sit-down review . You sign only when you are comfortable. You are never required to click through rapid e-sig
New Construction vs. Resale: What I’ve Learned After 11 Moves
I’ve moved 11 times in 22 years —and 9 of those homes were new construction . The other two were resales (including the one I’m in now)… and whew, I’m currently wrestling with termites, repiping, and aging everything. If you’re torn between buying brand-new or resale , here’s the real talk—pros, cons, costs, timelines, and a few “wish I’d known” moments. Why New Construction Can Feel Like a Dream It’s all new. Fresh systems (HVAC, water heater), LED lighting , solar , smar
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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