Walter Skip Kersten's Blog

I found a home I want to buy on the internet. I searched various web sites including Realtor.com, Zillow.com and Trulia.com. I spent many hours looking through property photos and descriptions.  I did all the work.  Why do I need a Realtor?   I have heard this question many times during recent ye...

The top 9 reasons why buying is better than renting, especially right now are as follows: •1.      Affordability is at an all-time high.  Across the nation, and especially in Southern California, prices have declined by 40% to 60% leading to a historic period of housing affordability. •2.      C...

"I want to buy a short sale or foreclosure property in Orange County."  "I am in the market for an Orange County REO or bank owned property."  "Can you help me buy a distressed property in Orange County?"  I hear these statements all the time from buyers.  When I ask why, I usually hear the same ...