Contrary to what many folks believe and what you see in the news media, homes are selling and buyers are back in South Orange County. Evidence of this is apparent at Open Houses, as well as with increased ad calls and "sign calls". Indeed, more sales are showing up on our office Sales Board, which tracks monthly sales activity. But one of the surprising facts that you might only know if you're out there trying to buy is this: Good listings that are well-priced are selling quickly again! In just the past few weeks, some buyer-clients of mine were interested in making offers on not one, but two consecutive bank-owned listings (both in Lake Forest). In both cases, before they could confirm their loan status with their lender and proceed with the offer, the homes SOLD, with multiple offers being submitted. The first listing broker indicated "gazillions" of offers came in (in less than a week on the market), while the second home attracted no less than 14 offers, in just 3 days on the market. It went into escrow at an agreed-upon price that was well above the bank's list price and now both are currently Pending Sales. The moral of the story, as my clients and I agreed, is that if you see a home that you really like and that is well-priced for you, don't assume it will be there long. There are many savvy buyers now taking advantage of what has become a very favorable market!
About Dick Hamer:
PLEASE CONTACT ME IF YOUR NEEDS INCLUDE: A consistent, award-winning listing agent who is skilled and experienced at producing timely sales results, year-in and year-out An experienced, caring professional dedicated to building repeat clientele A leading edge real estate marketer who is skilled in creative financing A certified e-PRO agent skilled in internet marketing and technology A skilled, experienced negotiator and agent for new home buyers Special care and empathetic handling for first-time buyers Both buyer and seller assistance with bank-owned (REO) and corporate Relo purchases Owner representation & counsel; lease-marketing of rental homes Extensive client references available The best in full-time full-service, creating desired results! MY DIVERSE REAL ESTATE EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS INCLUDE: Full-time Realtorฎ since 1988 and multi-million dollar producer each year, consistently placing in the top 3 - 5% in the U.S.A. Licensed California real estate broker with e-PRO Certification from National Assoc. of Realtors B.S. Marketing degree, University of Illinois Extensive and ongoing professional training, with 30+ years in sales & marketing Assisting buyers and sellers with IRC Sec. 1031 tax-deferred exchanges Owner-Investor of numerous residential income properties, over 30 years. REO marketing and sales of bank foreclosure properties Extensive experience with lender short sales, representing both buyers and sellers. SERVING BUYERS, SELLERS & INVESTORS IN SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY: Specializing in Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, Portola Hills, Foothill Ranch, Rancho Santa Margarita, Las Flores, Wagon Wheel, Ladera Ranch, Trabuco Canyon, Irvine, Laguna Hills, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Beach, San Juan Capistrano, San Clemente, Dana Point, and surrounding areas.
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