Should I buy or sell real estate in this Orange County market?

Should you buy? Yes!  With the right agent and advice, there are some amazing deals and incentives to be had in today's market.  Short sales, foreclosures, rising rents and record low interest rates make it a great time to buy!!  In fact, if you have ever considered becoming a landlord, there has been a better time in the last decade!

If you've been waiting to scoop up your first home, add an income property or try a flip, its a buyer's market out there. As a foreclosure and short sale specialist with an on-staff appraiser, we can help you find and accurately evaluate some great deals on Orange County properties.

Should you sell? It depends.  While many agents would tell you a resounding "Yes!"...I think its a question that requires some careful analysis, particularly if it is your home.    Why do you want to sell?  Are you moving up or down in home value?  If you buy now, your property taxes will be much lower than they would have been several years ago. Will it be a short sale? If it is a short sale, do you have continuing liability?  Recently enacted laws impact this and expiration of certain Federal legislation could have big tax consequences for short sales the close after December 31, 2012.

With 15 years of legal, business and finance experience, I can provide the information you need to help you understand and make those important real estate decisions.

So if you are looking for an agent, why chose Freedom First? 

Because you want to be well informed.  My clients benefit  not only from my experience and background as a broker, realtor and attorney, but also from the resources of an on-staff appraiser with over 15 years of residential real estate and foreclosure experience and in-house short sale negotiator.  We provide the resources you need to make an informed and educated decision. We live and work in Orange County. We know this market.

Because you want service. We offer above & beyond customer service, including a dedicated Orange County marketing specialist, use of the latest technology and a transaction coordinator to help you through all details & paperwork.  Together with my team, we are willing to do what it takes to keep you happy.

Because you don't want to feel pressured.  You'll will never be pressured to purchase or sell.  My job is to help you objectively evaluate potential and proposed real estate transactions.    

Because when you are ready, you don't mind having a tiger on your side, if you need one.  When the time comes or the need arises, it never hurts to have a trained lawyer, broker, agent and appraiser ready and in your back pocket.

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PS. Want more info on foreclosures, short sales or rental properties?  We often have access to these properties BEFORE they hit the market.  Send us an email with your address and ask to be added to our foreclosure email list. 

PSS. Want more info on buying or selling in this Orange County real estate market? Visit the "My Blog" by clicking on the link on the upper right.

Let's get together and talk about your home buying and/or selling plans. Call me at (714) 863-5485 or send me an e-mail (soldbymelinda@gmail.com), we'll set-up a time that is easy and convenient for you to meet.

P.S. If you're not ready to meet in person, please tour my website. I'm sure you'll find the resources here useful and helpful. Enjoy!