The SoCal Keys Blog
Unlocking the Secrets of Southern California Real Estate
10 Steps to Sell Your House
Selling your house is a long, nerve-wracking process. Here's an easy guide to get you from staging to signing in no time.
In Selling a House, by Anthony Bayardelle
Relocating to Orange County
Moving to a new area is always difficult. Here are some tips to make your transition to Orange County a little easier.
In Miscellaneous Topics in Real Estate, by Anthony Bayardelle
What You Don't Know About Your Time in Escrow
There’s a lot that can happen during the escrow period that could affect or even jeopardize your home purchase.
In Buying a House, by Anthony Bayardelle
Dodd-Frank 101
There has been a lot of talk about Dodd-Frank recently. Here's what you need to know and how it relates to real estate.
In Miscellaneous Topics in Real Estate, by Anthony Bayardelle
What Credit Score Do I Need to Buy a House?
Here is a quick guide to how your credit score affects your ability to buy a house, your interest rate, and even your down payment.
In Getting a Loan, by Anthony Bayardelle
6 Tricks to Looking at Houses
It's hard to get an accurate picture of a house from a 15 minute walk through. Here's what to look for so you don't miss a thing.
In Buying a House, by Anthony Bayardelle
Orange County Property Management Company Roundup
Here's a list of the top-ranking property management companies in Orange County and what they offer potential customers.
In Miscellaneous Topics in Real Estate, by Anthony Bayardelle
3 Big Mistakes First-Time Home Buyers Make
Buying a house? Here's how to avoid the mistakes first-time buyers usually make.
In Buying a House, by Anthony Bayardelle
6 Steps to Buying a Home
Avoid the common mistakes and pitfalls and turn the home buying process into something you can actually enjoy.
In Buying a House, by Anthony Bayardelle
The Ultimate Guide to FHA Loans
1 in 5 new homebuyers chooses an FHA loan. Here's everything you need to know about this low-downpayment alternative to a traditional mortgage.
In Getting a Loan, by Anthony Bayardelle
8 Questions to Ask When Interviewing a Realtor
Don't miss out on any important information when interviewing potential realtors.
In Real Estate, by Anthony Bayardelle
The Ultimate Guide to Downpayments
Here's everything you need to know about all the factors affecting your down payment.
In Buying a House, by Anthony Bayardelle
6 Common Mistakes When Making an Offer On a House
Make sure you make the right offer on your dream house by avoiding these six common pitfalls.
In Buying a House, by Anthony Bayardelle
Mortgages 101: The Vocabulary
Here’s a guide to the basics of getting a mortgage. Now you can focus more on your new home and less on trying to decipher fine print.
In Getting a Loan, by Anthony Bayardelle
Should I Refinance My Home?
In many situations refinancing your home can be a great financial move, but it can also be very risky. Here's how you can see if a refinance is right for you.
In Refinancing Your Mortgage, by Anthony Bayardelle
The Ultimate Guide to Closing Costs
Everyone thinks of the downpayment, but many people are blind sighted by just how many closing costs come with the act of buying (or selling) a house.
In Buying a House, by Anthony Bayardelle
How to Find the Right Price to Sell Your Home
Here's a complete guide to finding the perfect listing price for your home.
In Selling a House, by Anthony Bayardelle
The Ultimate Guide to Traditional Mortgages
Over 70% of home loans are traditional mortgages. Here's everything you need to know about how to qualify and how to get a good interest rate.
In Getting a Loan, by Anthony Bayardelle
4 Realtor Secrets to Searching for Houses Online
How to switch from casual window-shopping to a more structured, research-based approach to your online home search.
In Buying a House, by Anthony Bayardelle
How to Get a Home Loan
With a little bit of information, the process of getting a home loan can be simple, straight-forward, and relatively easy.
In Getting a Loan, by Anthony Bayardelle
Should I Buy or Rent a House?
Here are the arguments for renting versus buying and some individual factors you need to consider when making your choice.
In Renting a House, by Anthony Bayardelle