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Real Estate Chat with Jason ZOrange County & Irvine Weekly Market Update - March 15Lack of Supply and Increased Demand continue to drive this hot sellers market. However, we could see an uptick in inventory over the next several months. April, May and June tend to supply over 30% of the annual inventory of homes. This could be a welcome change for buyers.
2021-03-1509 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZOrange County & Irvine Weekly Market Update - February 26Increasingly low supply and extremely high demand continues to drive the hot seller's market in Orange County. Sellers' are getting top dollar in record time and buyers are becoming increasingly frustrated.
2021-02-2709 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZOrange County & Irvine Weekly Market Update - February 12Buyers are having to make some difficult decisions in this hot sellers market. However, Irvine did see an increase in inventory which is a bright spot for buyers. Interest rates continue to be extremely low driving buyers into the market.
2021-02-1508 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZOrange County & Irvine Weekly Market Update - January 29Historically low interest rates continue to be the fuel driving our hot sellers market. Inventory dropped again this week while demand remains high, resulting in our continued hot sellers' market.
2021-01-3009 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZOrange County & Irvine Weekly Market Update - January 22Although we typically see inventory increase as we move closer to Spring, inventory actually decreased this week. Supply remains extremely low across the county leading to a continued hot sellers market.
2021-01-2207 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZOrange County & Irvine Weekly Market Update - January 15Inventory increased by 3% this week and demand is down 14%. However, there is more to these numbers under the surface and Buyers won't be getting the reprieve they are looking for.
2021-01-1610 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZOrange County & Irvine Weekly Market Update - January 8The market remains red hot to start 2021. Inventory is at its lowest point to start a year, since tracking began in 2004. By comparison, there are 29% less homes on the market to start 2021 when compared to the start of 2020. How long will this trend continue? Only time will tell.
2021-01-0909 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZOrange County & Irvine Weekly Market Update - December 19Curious about the Southern California Housing Market? You are in the right place. Each week I look at the Southern California Housing Market, specifically the Orange County housing market and Irvine housing market. Inventory dropped to the lowest point since tracking began in 2004. Demand is down but there are still a lot of buyers looking to take advantage of the low interest rates.
2020-12-1809 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZOrange County & Irvine Weekly Market Update - December 11Curious about the Southern California Housing Market? You are in the right place. Each week I look at the Southern California Housing Market, specifically the Orange County housing market and Irvine housing market. Inventory dropped again this week. Even with a hot seller's market 34% of all listings in Orange County have been on the market for over 60 days. If you are selling, you need to make sure you align your home properly.
2020-12-1109 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZOrange County & Irvine Weekly Market Update - December 4Curious about the Southern California Housing Market? You are in the right place. Each week I look at the Southern California Housing Market, specifically the Orange County housing market and Irvine housing market. Inventory dropped 6.7% this week in Orange County and 10.7% in Irvine. This is the highest demand and the lowest inventory, to start a December, since tracking began in 2004.
2020-12-0508 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZOrange County & Irvine Weekly Market Update - November 20Curious about the Southern California Housing Market? You are in the right place. Each week I look at the Southern California Housing Market, specifically the Orange County housing market and Irvine housing market. We are officially in the hottest November housing market since 2012. The inventory in Orange County dropped another 3% this week. As we move into the holiday season we expect demand to drop slightly. However, experts suggest that we could be in a low inventory market until Spring 2021.
2020-11-2008 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZOrange County & Irvine Weekly Market Update - November 13Inventory dropped again this week. Experts are predicting continued appreciation through 2021 and looking at the numbers, it will be unlikely that we will see a wave of foreclosures.
2020-11-1409 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZOrange County & Irvine Weekly Market Update - November 6Curious about the Southern California Housing Market? You are in the right place. Each week I look at the Southern California Housing Market, specifically the Orange County housing market and Irvine housing market. As we officially enter the holiday season we can expect inventory to continue to drop. In the past 5 years, inventory has dropped an average of 27% from now until the end of the year. It is hard to imagine that inventory will drop another 27% when inventory is at the lowest level, to start November, since tracking began in 2004.
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2020-11-0707 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZBuying a Home in a Hot Sellers MarketHome buying in a hot sellers market can be very frustrating. There are several thing you can do when buying a home in a hot market. Here are 6 tips that can help you compete if you are looking to buy in this hot market.
2020-11-0504 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZOrange County & Irvine Weekly Market Update - November 2Curious about the Southern California Housing Market? You are in the right place. Each week I look at the Southern California Housing Market, specifically the Orange County housing market and Irvine housing market. Inventory dropped again this week. We can expect this trend to continue as we move through the holiday season. Interest rates dropped again, setting a record low for the 11th time this year.
2020-11-0309 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZLet's Talk About Proposition 19 - California ElectionsProposition 19 is on the ballot next week and we have been asked by clients, friends and family what does it mean. This video breaks down Prop 19 and compares it to what is currently in place. There are some pros and cons to Prop 19 and California will have a tough decision to make come election day.
2020-10-3008 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZOrange County & Irvine Weekly Market Update - October 23Curious about the Southern California Housing Market? You are in the right place. Each week I look at the Southern California Housing Market, specifically the Orange County housing market and Irvine housing market. Inventory dropped again. We are now in the hottest market since 2012.
2020-10-2310 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZOrange County & Irvine Weekly Market UpdateCurious about the Southern California Housing Market? You are in the right place. Each week I look at the Southern California Housing Market, specifically the Orange County housing market and Irvine housing market. The market is still hot with interest rates as low as 2.37%. Inventory increased slightly. However buyers are still dealing with competition and multiple offers.
2020-10-1707 min
Real Estate Chat with Jason ZTips for Buying a Home With a PoolAre you thinking of buying a home with a pool? Living in Southern California a lot of people are looking to buy a pool home. If you have decided that a pool is a must have, here are 3 Hot Tips to remember when buying a home with a pool.
2020-10-1502 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZOrange County & Irvine Weekly Market UpdateCurious about the Southern California Housing Market? You are in the right place. Each week I look at the Southern California Housing Market, specifically the Orange County and Irvine Housing markets. The national housing index was released and home prices increased by 6.5% over the past year. Here in Orange County, the market is still hot. With interest rates and inventory low, and demand high, we are seeing sellers have success. However, those that are overpriced are struggling to sell.
2020-10-0306 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZParent Tips for Virtual LearningWith school back in session we wanted to give some Virtual School Hacks to all of the parents out there. We were able to speak with Patty C., a second grade teacher here in Orange County. These Virtual School Hacks can help your children succeed while learning from home. Not all of these hacks will apply to every student but they can help.
2020-09-2802 min
Real Estate Chat with Jason ZOrange County Weekly Housing UpdateCurious about the Southern California Housing Market? You are in the right place. Each week I look at the Southern California Housing Market, specifically the Orange County housing market and Irvine housing market. The fall market is officially here. Inventory is still low while demand has decreased slightly. Even with this hot sellers market, 33% of homes in Orange County have been on the market over 60 days.
2020-09-2608 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #54: Weekly Market Watch & Covid-19What a difference a week makes! This past week we saw most of the country shut down due to the Covid-19 pandemic. We truly are in un-chartered waters. All open houses in California will be cancelled until further notice. Undoubtedly this will have an affect on the housing market here in Orange County and Irvine. With updates daily, adaptation is the key. We are all in this together and will get out of it together. With the stock market volatility, we saw an increase in mortgage rates this week. As for the Housing Market, we did see a decrease in supply...
2020-03-2319 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #53: Orange County & Irvine Market WatchHousing supply continues to creep slowly. Inventory (supply) increased slightly this week to just above 4100 homes in Orange County. However, inventory did decrease slightly again in Irvine. Homes that are aligned properly are selling very quickly (Average Market Time of 44 Days in OC). We expect inventory to increase as we move closer to the summer, even though it is moving slowly. If you are looking to sell, the time is NOW. You may be able to stretch your price, especially if you are aligned properly. However, DON'T overprice your home or it will sit. If you are a buyer, a solid S...
2020-03-0315 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #52: Orange County & Irvine Weekly Market WatchThe market remains extremely hot as supply actually dropped from last week. Here is your Orange County & Irvine Real Estate Market Watch for the week of January 24 - 30. Unbelievably, there was a 20% supply drop in the First Time Home Buyer Market. Although we still expect to see inventory slowly increase as we head into the spring market, it seems to be moving slowly. If you are looking to sell, the time is NOW. You may be able to stretch your price. However, DON'T overprice your home or it will sit. If you are a buyer, a solid Strategy is a MUST...
2020-02-0113 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #51: Aligning Your Home in Today's MarketThe real estate market is on fire right now, especially here in Orange County. In this weeks episode I revisit the importance of Aligning your home in today's market. I go over the five parts to Alignment and explain how by adhering to this will ensure that you leave no money on the table when you sell your home.
2020-01-2113 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #50 - The California Rent Control Act - AB 1482Starting January 1, 2020, rent increases will be capped under the California Rent Control Bill AB 1482. In this weeks episode I take a look at 5 burning questions about this bill and how it affects both landlords and tenants.
2020-01-1412 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #49: Housing Forecast for 2020Now that we have entered 2020, what can we expect when it comes to housing here in Orange County. This week, I take a look the 2020 Housing Forecast and give some tips on how to win as both a seller and a buyer.
2020-01-0722 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #48: Investment Properties - What's Your End Game?You've decided to buy an investment property. What next? This week I talk about the importance of figuring out what you want out of your investment. In other words....What's Your End Game?
2019-11-2612 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #47: This Housing Market is NOT 2008Lately we have been hearing from both buyers and sellers, that the housing market is going to crash like 2008. This week I look at 3 reasons people believe this, and why they are mistaken.
2019-11-1811 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #46: Request for Repairs - Part 2 (Sellers)This week I continue my discussion about the Request for Repairs. In Part 2, I discuss the Sellers perspective and what to expect. .
2019-11-1109 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #45: Request for Repairs - Part 1 (Buyers)This week I chat about the Request for Repairs. In Part 1, I discuss the Buyers perspective and what to expect. This is another negotiation that is crucial to ensuring you as a buyer are protected and that you are able to close on the home you have fallen in love with.
2019-11-0509 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #44: Capital GainsWhether you are buying or selling, you want to make sure you understand Capital Gains when it comes to Real Estate. This week I tackle this subject.
2019-10-1709 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #43: ROI - 5 Worst Home ImprovementsLast week we talked about the top 5 home improvements, that yield the most ROI. It's only fair that this week we look at the 5 worst home improvements.
2019-10-0811 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #42: ROI - 5 Best Home ImprovementsEver wonder what home improvements give you the best Return On Investment? Well, wonder no more. This week I break down 2019's top 5 home improvements that yield the best ROI.
2019-10-0108 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #41 - Communication is KeyThe #1 complaint about real estate agents is the lack of communication. This is an issue not only between agents & clients, but between agents as well. This week I talk about the importance of Communication.
2019-09-2408 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #40: What is a CMA or Comparative Market Analysis?In this week's episode I talk about the importance of a CMA and the different situations where a CMA can really benefit you.
2019-08-2709 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #39: Not All Agents Are Cut From The Same ClothThis week I discuss (maybe rant a little) about dealing with difficult agents. I also talk about the importance of choosing the right agent whether you are buying or selling a house.
2019-08-2112 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #38: Mello RoosWhenever we are working with buyers, the topic of Mello Roos comes up. This is something that every buyer should be aware of here in California. This week I discuss Mello Roos, when they started, what they are and how to find out about them.
2019-07-2407 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #37: What is an HOA?This week I talk about HOA (Home Owner Associations). I discuss their purpose, what to expect and things to look out for when buying a home with an HOA.
2019-07-1609 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode 36: Natural Hazard DisclosuresIn this weeks episode I talk about one of the many disclosures involved in a real estate transaction. This is the natural hazard disclosure which is produced by the seller and is required for all residential purchases.
2019-07-0905 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #35: Buyer's Net Sheet (Closing Statement)Last week I talked about the Seller's closing statement (net sheet) so in this episode I discuss the Buyer's Net Sheet. I explain the items that are on the estimate and what they mean.
2019-06-2509 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #34 - Seller Net Sheet (Seller Closing Statement)This week we provided our clients with a couple Seller Net Sheets to give them a better idea of what they would Net after we sell their house. I thought it would be a great time to go over these Net Sheets, or Seller Closing Statements, so you have a better idea of what you are looking at and what to expect, when you receive one from your agent/escrow/lawyer.
2019-06-1809 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #33: Home WarrantiesThis week I talk about home warranties and the benefit for both buyers & sellers.
2019-06-1106 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #32: Escrow BasicsWe are always asked, "What is Escrow?". Well in this week's episode I answer this and several other questions regarding escrow. We just scratch the surface of what a good escrow officer does but this will give you a better understanding.
2019-06-0310 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #31: Memorial Day - The Importance of RememberingThis week I change gears a bit and discuss the importance of Memorial Day. It is so important for us to remember those that have laid down their lives so we wouldn't have too. It is also imperative that we pass on these memories to our youth so those that gave the ultimate sacrifice are never forgotten.
2019-05-2704 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #30: What Goes Into a Good Offer Package?Once you've decided to make an offer on a property, it is up to your agent to submit a great offer package to make you stand out. This week I talk about what goes into a great offer package.
2019-05-2206 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #29: Termite InspectionsTermite Inspections are very important and part of almost every residential real estate transaction here in Southern California. This week I talk about who typically pays for the inspection and what you can expect to see on the report.
2019-05-1407 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #28: The Buyers TimelineThis week is the second of two parts. In Part 2, I go over the timeline for all of the buyers out there. Now that you've made the decision to buy, what can you expect from a timeline perspective. I look at this on a macro level so you have an idea of what you should be doing and when.
2019-05-1015 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #27: The Sellers TimelineThis week is the first of two parts. In Part 1, I go over the timeline for all of you sellers out there. Now that you've made the decision to sell, what can you expect from a timeline perspective. I look at this on a macro level so you have an idea of what you should be doing and when.
2019-04-3012 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #26: The Final Walk ThroughThis week I talk about the importance of the Final Walk Through from both the buyers and sellers perspective.
2019-04-2307 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #25: What to Look for in a RealtorOnce you've decided to buy or sell a home, choosing the right Realtor is key. This week I go over 10 things to look for in a Realtor.
2019-04-1515 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #24: Ten Things To Not Do While In EscrowYour offer has been accepted and you are super pumped to get into your new home. Make sure you don't make one of these mistakes while you are in escrow or that excitement could turn to anguish. This week I talk about 10 things you should never do while you are in escrow.
2019-04-0911 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #23: Home Inspections. What to Expect.This week I talk about the importance of getting a home inspection and what you can expect during the inspection. I also explain how we use the information in the home inspection to ask the seller for repairs and the responses we can receive.
2019-04-0111 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #22 - The Importance of ContingenciesThis week I discuss several of the contingencies that you will come across during escrow. I talk about what they are, the time periods, and how to handle them as a seller and as a buyer.
2019-03-2613 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #21: Do I Need to Use The Neighborhood Specialist? The Short Answer is No.Every agent out there is a neighborhood specialist. When selecting an agent, choosing the Marketing Specialist is always the right choice. This week I talk about the difference.
2019-03-1808 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #20 - Orange County Housing Report (March 2019)This week I talk numbers. I look at what is happening in the OC Housing Market. I take a closer look at the supply and demand within different price points, in Orange County, and what these numbers mean if you are a buyer or seller.
2019-03-1210 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #19: Aligning Your Home in Today's MarketThis week I talk about the importance of aligning your home in the market to ensure it gets sold. I explain what alignment means and discuss the 5 ways to ensure your home is aligned properly.
2019-03-0510 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode 18: Preparing Your HomeIn this episode I give some tips on how to prepare your home to hit the market. Buyers are more picky than ever. These tips will ensure your home stands out.
2019-02-2506 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #17 - New Buyers: Where to Start & What to Expect!With more buyers deciding to look for a home, this week I talk about being a buyer in this market. Where you should start and what you can expect in the buying process.
2019-02-1821 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #16 - Orange County Market Update (February 2019)This week I look at what is happening in the Orange County Housing Market and what we can expect moving forward.
2019-02-1108 min
Real Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #15: Is a Recession & Housing Bubble Coming?In this episode, I look at information from some of the top economists in the country to answer the questions: Are we entering another Recession? and Are we on another Real Estate Bubble?
2019-01-1818 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #14: Marketing Luxury HomesSelling a luxury property can be overwhelming and stressful. In our latest episode we discuss marketing techniques and strategies your agent should be using when selling your luxury property.
2018-12-1408 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #13: December Housing Report - Did You Say Buyers Market??The market has shifted again!! We haven’t seen a housing market like this since 2011. Inventory is up 58% and demand is down 26% compared to last year at this time. Our average Days on Market has reached 124, double what it was last year. With rates hovering around 5 it is a great time to get into the market as a buyer. Sellers can be successful as long as their home is properly aligned in this market.
2018-12-0605 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #12: The Truths and Myths about MortgagesThis week I welcome seasoned lender Patty Carpenter to discuss the current market conditions, mortgage rates, home buyer planning, and common misconceptions about getting a mortgage.
2018-11-1526 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #11: Giving BackOn the eve of completing our Candy Collection for Operation Gratitude, this week I take a moment to talk about the importance of giving back to our communities.
2018-11-1004 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #10: To Stage or Not to StageThis week I talk about the importance of staging. We will look at a recent study by Home Staging Resource and why staging works.
2018-11-0209 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #9: Fish with a Net not a HookThis week I talk about the current Orange County market shift and the importance of Marketing on a local, national and international level, when selling your house.
2018-10-2515 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #8: Title Discussion with guest Marla McCrayToday we discuss Title with our rep Marla McCray. We discuss several aspects of Title including prelim reports, property profiles and methods of holding Title.
2018-10-1819 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #7: Prop 60 & Prop 90Today we discuss the advantages of Prop 60 & Prop 90. We also take a look at Prop 5 which is on the ballot this November.
2018-10-1107 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #6: October Market UpdateThe market has shifted again. Find out what is happening in the Orange County housing market as we move into October.
2018-10-0109 min
Real Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #5: Mid-Year Orange County Market UpdateAs we hit the midpoint of 2018, we take a look at what is happening in our current housing market. We look at how this affects you as a buyer or seller and what we can expect in the coming months.
2018-07-1009 min
Real Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #4: Father’s Day FunHappy Father’s Day to all the dads out there.
2018-06-1704 minReal Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #3: I Love It When a Plan Comes TogetherToday we discussed the importance of coming up with a strategy from the buy side. We talk about writing winning offers, presenting them and getting those offers excepted.
2018-06-0605 min
Real Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #2: A Picture is Worth a Thousand WordsLet’s talk professional photography and showcasing your home.
2018-05-2405 min
Real Estate Chat with Jason ZEpisode #1: Should I Stay or Should I Go? Buying a home now or later.Should I stay or should I go? Is this the right time to buy? Find out here.
2018-05-1612 min