Orange County Real Estate Blog

Straight answers from Dar Mardan, Realtor® + CPA, on selling, buying, taxes, Prop 19 and downsizing in Newport Beach, Irvine and across Orange County.

Why does mortgage pre-approval matter so much in Orange County?

Why does mortgage pre-approval matter so much in Orange County? In Orange County and Newport Beach, mortgage pre-approval is a critical first step before you tour a single home. Because home values here rank among the highest in California, pre-approval confirms your borrowing capacity, signals fina

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What does it cost to sell a house in Orange County, CA?

What does it cost to sell a house in Orange County, CA? Selling a home in Orange County involves several cost categories that reduce what you walk away with: agent commissions (fully negotiable), title and escrow fees, the county documentary transfer tax, HOA transfer demands, natural hazard disclos

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How to Turn Your Home Into Tax Free Income, A Powerful Strategy for Business Owners

Most people think of their home as a place to live, maybe an investment that grows over time, or something they will eventually sell. But what most homeowners and business owners do not realize is this. There is a legal way to use your home to generate tax free income, and in some cases, create a de

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