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        <title>Orange County Blog</title>
        <link>http://www.condosetc.com/blog/distressed-condo-sales-in-orange-county/</link>
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            <link>http://www.condosetc.com/blog/orange-county-real-estate-market-update.html</link>
            <author>todd@condosetc.com (Todd Jones)</author>
            <title>Orange County Real Estate Market Update!</title>
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Just as
the real estate market depends upon the neighborhood, the price range is an
extremely important factor too.



Three
Distinct Markets:  Every price range has dramatically improved in the past year, but some
ranges are hotter than others.



Let&rsquo;s start with the hottest price range and the most hype,
homes below $750,000.  Of course the hype
is well deserved.  Homes below $750,000
account for 57% of current active listing inventory, an astounding 82% of
demand, and an... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 30 Nov 2012 13:23:24 -0600</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.condosetc.com/blog/orange-county-market-update.html</link>
            <author>todd@condosetc.com (Todd Jones)</author>
            <title>Orange County Market Update!</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ 
The Orange County housing market is changing.  Recent report by Steven Thomas reported that only 8% of closed sales are foreclosres with an average sales price of 103% of list price.  At it's height it was as high as 44%.  In August, 68% of the sales were standard equity sales.  In 2009 it was the reverse with almost 63% of all sales being foreclosure or short sales.   Inverntory accross Orange County has dropped to another record low of 4,676; last year at this time there were 10,556 homes for... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 2012 19:30:35 -0500</pubDate>
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            <guid>http://www.condosetc.com/blog/condo-prices-near-4-year-high.html</guid>
            <link>http://www.condosetc.com/blog/condo-prices-near-4-year-high.html</link>
            <author>veronica@condosetc.com (Veronica Hicks)</author>
            <title>Condo Prices Near 4 - Year High</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ 
As reported by Jon Lansner, OC real estate news from the OC Register - The California Association of REALTORS has reported a 4 year high on OC Real Estate prices.  This matches what we are seeing in the market .. The trends that we are seeing in the market for OC Condos are as follows:


1) 2/3 of the OC Condo Listings are under contract!  


2) Much of the condos under contract are distressed sales


3) Active OC Condo inventory is mostly higher end and more on the luxury side .. 


For mo... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 23 Aug 2012 21:35:29 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.condosetc.com/blog/short-sale-deficiency-judgments-or-sb931-to-expire-123120121.html</link>
            <author>veronica@condosetc.com (Veronica Hicks)</author>
            <title>Short Sale Deficiency Judgments or SB931 To Expire 12/31/2012</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ 
If you are faced with Short Selling your property, you must act quick!  The state bill that protects the seller from a deficiency judgment expires on 12/31/2012.  


What that means to you?  Since the short sale process can be quite lengthy, you will want to get your home on the market immediately so you can start the short sale process.  In order to be protected under SB 931 you will need to compete this process by the end of the year.
... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 14 Aug 2012 15:13:35 -0500</pubDate>
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            <guid>http://www.condosetc.com/blog/real-estate-review-cash-vs-mortgage1.html</guid>
            <link>http://www.condosetc.com/blog/real-estate-review-cash-vs-mortgage1.html</link>
            <author>veronica@condosetc.com (Veronica Hicks)</author>
            <title>Real Estate Review, Cash Vs. Mortgage</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ 
Often people considering investing in real estate weigh the option of cash vs. mortgage.&nbsp;There are some great deals in today&rsquo;s market and often offering a cash deal can make a deal even sweeter.&nbsp;When cash is involved there is no mortgage, therefore no chance of a financial contingency getting in the way of closing.&nbsp;Cash is king, but is cash the best avenue for you and your real estate transaction?


Cash is great for:




negotiating power


negating a financing contingency&nbsp;speeding u... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 14 Mar 2011 15:29:41 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.condosetc.com/blog/combating-high-property-taxes1.html</link>
            <author>veronica@condosetc.com (Veronica Hicks)</author>
            <title>Combating High Property Taxes</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ 
Combating high
property taxes is something people should be aware of in a time when condo
values have dropped significantly.&nbsp;It can be a puzzling question to many
homeowners, if my condo&rsquo;s value has dropped 25% why have my property
taxes not decreased by the same amount?&nbsp; Your property tax bill
can be adjusted if you make an effort to challenge it.


The first step is to
take a good look at your property tax bill.&nbsp;This year&rsquo;s assessment and
last year&rsquo;s assessment should be list... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 04 Mar 2011 15:55:07 -0600</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.condosetc.com/blog/short-sale-frustrations.html</link>
            <author>veronica@condosetc.com (Veronica Hicks)</author>
            <title>Short Sale Frustrations</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ 
Short sale
frustrations could easily be the reason so many condos head to foreclosure. The
lengthy time frame to complete a short sale, combined with hanging in the
balance waiting for the mercy of the lender is wearing to say the least. A
short sale can be a great way to avoid foreclosure and save a credit rating but
it often takes thick skin and a whole lot of patience.


One of the most
frustrating things about a short sale is the fact that if the condo were
already foreclosed upon i... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 11 Feb 2011 16:15:45 -0600</pubDate>
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            <guid>http://www.condosetc.com/blog/more-foreclosures-on-horizon1.html</guid>
            <link>http://www.condosetc.com/blog/more-foreclosures-on-horizon1.html</link>
            <author>veronica@condosetc.com (Veronica Hicks)</author>
            <title>More Foreclosures On Horizon</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ 
Recent headlines tout
the message loud and clear, plenty more foreclosures are on the horizon.&nbsp;For
many condo owners the message is a scary one, one that they never expected to
face on the day that they moved into their condo.&nbsp;Do not let fear sideline
you.&nbsp;Foreclosures do not happen overnight, they take time and plenty of
it.&nbsp;In New York, condos in the foreclosure process have mortgage loans
that have been delinquent for an average of 600 days, Florida an average of
over 500 days, Ca... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 07 Feb 2011 14:46:06 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>veronica@condosetc.com (Veronica Hicks)</author>
            <title>Advice for Selling Your Condo During the Holidays</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ 
There are many things
to think about when selling your condo during the holiday season. It is hard to
believe that the holiday season is upon us. The day after Thanksgiving marks
shopping, with waves of holiday shopping specials, sales and more. The day
after Thanksgiving also marks a time when many people begin the search for the
perfect Christmas tree. When decorating your condo and preparing it for the
holidays there are a few tips to remember that will keep it safe and help avoid
any... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2010 16:27:21 -0600</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.condosetc.com/blog/ideal-time-to-buy-real-estate.html</link>
            <author>veronica@condosetc.com (Veronica Hicks)</author>
            <title>Ideal Time to Buy Real Estate?</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ 
News of recovery,
historically low mortgage rates and the overall feeling that the bottom is here
or near, have many people wondering if now might be the ideal time to buy a
first condo, trade up to a bigger condo, or simply invest in more real estate.
Let&rsquo;s face it, affordability is here when it comes to real estate.&nbsp; For
those who have a steady source of income and have the cash or the ability to
acquire a mortgage, there couldn&rsquo;t be a better time to buy a condo.


What are the be... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 16 Nov 2010 17:51:12 -0600</pubDate>
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