Susan V. Gregory's Blog

The South Orange County housing inventory is off to a slow start this year-chiefly due to the reduction in short sales and foreclosures coming onto the market.  Compared with last year, distressed sales are down 63%-that translates to 3,209 fewer short sales and foreclosures.  Since the end of Ju...

In this very competitive market, how can you be sure to write a Purchase Offer that will be the ONE that gets accepted?  Beyond just the price you offer, there are some other factors that can help ensure your Capistrano Beach Purchase Offer stands out-here are some tips that you can consider usin...

Large, family home in a great beach community-very desireable Capistrano Beach is a small neighborhood that features an eclectic mix of homes and homeowners.  This home is only 2 blocks from the bluff and beautiful Pines Park- a gorgeous ocean front neighborhood park.  Great curb appeal with a cr...

It's hard to find a home like this-large 4 bedroom, 5 full baths in approximately 5400 square feet with a jaw dropping ocean and Dana Point harbor view.  This home is impeccable, and has been meticulously maintained and upgraded by the original owners.  All of the rooms are spacious and light fil...

Sweeping ocean and harbor views from this executive, 4 bedroom and five full bath home in a private and centrally located area of San Juan Capistrano.  This 5400 square foot home is near San Clemente and Dana Point harbor, and is a short distance from world class beaches, restaurants and shopping...

The forgiveness of mortgage debt that occurs when a home is short sold can be a another thing to worry homeowners who are already facing financial stress.  The Mortgage Debt Forgiveness Relief Act is set to expire the end of 2012, and there is not any news of this important exemption getting an e...

Everyone wants a good credit score, and the FICO score is the most often used model to determine just who is "credit worthy".  Figuring out how to obtain and keep a high credit score is tricky-the exact model and criteria are TOP SECRET.  This information is kept hidden so that folks won't be abl...

A survey of home sellers recently discovered that 76% felt that that list price recommended by their agent was too low.  The majority of sellers feel that their home is worth more-but why?  It can be difficult for sellers to step back and take an objective look at their home-but that is exactly w...

Property values in Capistrano Beach are on the rise-a slight uptick in values for two months running is demonstrating that our local market may be on the upswing.  This small beach community offers a relaxed lifestyle for families, empty nesters and young couples due to a wide range of property t...

How badly will your credit report be affected if you short sale your home?  This is a concern for borrowers who need to get out from under their unaffordable mortgage, but do not want to ruin their hard earned credit rating.  Up until very recently, the way a short sale would be reported could va...