Best and Worst Projects to DYI

September 18, 2023

                DIY home projects can lead to big savings — but it’s better to leave some tasks to the pros. Here are some of the best and worst projects to tackle yourself.   Best DIYs: 🖌️ Painting. Interior painting is manageable for many people with patience and the […]

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Top 7 Tips to Attract the Best Offers for Your Home

September 12, 2023

                  Not long ago, home sellers were in their heyday, as historically-low mortgage rates triggered a real estate buying frenzy. However, the Federal Reserve shut down the party when it began raising interest rates last year.1     Now, it’s not as simple to sell a home. […]

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OC Housing Report: A Modest Deceleration

September 11, 2023

Orange County Housing Report: A Modest Deceleration As rates have edged higher and higher this year, the housing market has been slowing down from its insane pace, and now homes are taking a little longer to sell. Market Time is Rising The Expected Market Time has grown from 37 days in April to 49 days […]

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3 Tips to Avoid Overspending on Your Home Purchase

August 29, 2023

                    Buying a home is a major financial decision—so it’s not surprising that overspending is one of the top homebuyer regrets.   Avoid this common mistake with these 3 tips:   💸Get preapproved for a mortgage. Complete the process before you begin your search so you […]

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OC Housing Report: Lower Ranges Fading Away

August 28, 2023

Orange County Housing Report: Lower Ranges Fading Away The lower, entry-level price ranges have been slowly disappearing with far fewer closed sales and homeowners choosing not to sell their homes. Entry Level Changes There were an astonishing 57% fewer closed sales and 65% fewer FOR-SALE signs below $1 million this year compared to before COVID. […]

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7 Common Homebuyer Regrets (And How To Avoid Them)

August 23, 2023

                      To avoid buyer’s remorse, be sure to consider your future self when shopping for a home.   Most new homebuyers don’t regret becoming homeowners. In fact, according to a survey by LendingTree, 80% of recent buyers who successfully overcame a challenging housing market say […]

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OC Housing Report: Cool, Cool Summer

August 14, 2023

Orange County Housing Report: It’s a Cool, Cool Summer The summer of 2023 has been characterized by a low inventory, homeowners unwilling to sell, low demand, and a low number of closed sales. A Housing Cold Front There is a scarcity of homes available, a lack of demand, and very few closed sales even though […]

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IMPORTANT- State of the Real Estate Market!

July 26, 2023

We have provided some important information (see links below) that buyers and sellers should be aware of when selling or purchasing a property. As always, our team is available to assist you with any questions you have regarding real estate. The Wright Team has over 80 years of combined real estate experience. We specialize in […]

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Hidden Costs of a Home Renovation

July 10, 2023

Thinking about a home renovation? Be sure to include these often-overlooked costs in your budget, as needed.   Then read our latest blog post to learn about the surprising ways a renovation can impact your finances long-term.   🔗 https://bit.ly/43dUEoj   Ed & Julie Wright 🪧 #TheWrightTeam 📲 949.770.9888 DRE#00767891/01258209         #TheWrightTeam […]

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Renovate or Relocate? 3 Questions To Help You Decide

July 6, 2023

                Does your current home no longer serve your needs?   If so, you may be torn between relocating to a new home or renovating your existing one. This can be a difficult choice, and there’s a lot to consider—including potential costs, long-term financial implications, and quality of […]

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