PORTOLA HILLS LIVING by Kelly Turbeville

We are excited to note, our listing at 143 California Court, has Sold!  Our Seller is happily in his new home in Tennessee and a lovely new buyer has new home to make her own.   We always like to share the story behind our transactions because buying and selling real estate is more than putting a sign out and hoping a buyer comes through the home and likes it.  In fact, on this transaction my sign was actually stolen.. :(.  Well at least they stole it after we went into escrow, but seriously why would anyone steal a real estate sign... I helped my client purchase this condo back in 2015, as a first time buyer.  We looked at several homes, his goal was to purchase two bedroom condo with garage. But at the time, affordability was a concern and two bedrooms with garages was over the budget or just not a great investment.   When this home came on the market, I knew instantly it was the right home for him.  Super spacious, single level with a direct access and garage in a lovely community. 

  Check out my newest listing at 143 California Court, Mission Viejo .  It is a spacious 870+ square feet, One Bedroom with Direct Access Garage and a Private Yard.  When you enter, you will love the natural light and open floor-plan and access to your private yard. The large kitchen has so much storage and counter space, plus a lovely breakfast bar to enjoy conversations with friends. Down the hall you will find an extra large bathroom with dual vanities and a private shower area and direct access to the bedroom. At the end of the hall is your direct access garage.  More Details about the Property Pricing on this home is exceptional, the last model match sold for $595,000 and it is currently listed at $549,999.  In the current hot Mission Viejo Market it is hard to find a home with these amenities below $600,000.   Search Mission Viejo Homes Open House Schedule 6/18/22  12-3pm 6/19/22  12-3 pm Showings by appointment only.  Contact listing agent Kelly Turbeville direct to schedule. 

I recently helped a lovely client purchase his first home.. It was a 1-Bedroom Condo in Mission Viejo, California.  As we were searching for his home, and when working with other home buyers, the question often comes up, "Should I buy a 1-bedroom", my answer back is always "why not?" Especially when working with first-time home buyers the question really isn't should I.. In South Orange County. 1-bedrooms average pricing is around $300k-$350k in today's market, so the real question comes down to affordability and should you buy now or wait.  Another important factor to consider is the average rent for a 1-bedroom in South Orange County is between $1800-$2100/month. When working with first-time buyers, it is important to take special care to review all aspects of the real estate transaction:  Affordability,  Economic Factors and their current "Place in life"..  Are they single, starting a family soon, settled in a career, etc.   Once these