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.
Home Upgrades That Add Value in Orange County
In Orange County, the upgrades that add real resale value are curb appeal improvements, targeted kitchen and bath updates, outdoor living spaces, and energy-efficient systems, not gut remodels. The key is matching your improvements to your neighborhood's price point, not over-building for the block.
What Not To Fix Before Selling Your Home So You Do Not Lose Money
What Not To Fix Before Selling Your Home So You Do Not Lose Money (Watch the full breakdown in the video above) When Sarah called me, she sounded excited and exhausted at the same time. “We are almost ready to sell,” she said. “We are thinking about doing a full kitchen remodel, new bathrooms, new f
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