The Cost Basis Problem Behind a $4M+ Newport Beach Home Sale
What actually decides the tax bill on a $4 million-plus Newport Beach home sale? Your adjusted cost basis. For an owner who has held a Newport Beach or Corona del Mar home for decades, undocumented improvements can be worth hundreds of thousands in basis — and every dollar you can’t prove is taxable
Pre-Approval: Your Edge in Newport Beach's Market
How does getting pre-approved streamline your home search in Orange County? A mortgage pre-approval clarifies your borrowing capacity, signals to sellers that you're a serious and qualified buyer, and reduces the risk of financing surprises once you're in contract. In a high-price coastal market lik
Is It a Buyer's Market or a Seller's Market in Orange County Right Now?
Is Orange County a buyer’s market or a seller’s market in 2026? Orange County had about 3.1 months of housing supply in July 2026 — technically still a seller’s market. But the county splits by price. Under $2 million, sellers hold the cards. Above $2.5 million, and especially along the coast, buyer
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