Richard Wamsat’s Real Estate News & Views

Local market updates, buyer and seller tips, and homeowner resources for Orange County and Irvine.

Subscribe

* indicates required

Intuit Mailchimp

Renting or Selling Your House: What’s the Best Move?

By Richard Wamsat | Jul 12, 2023

If you’re a homeowner ready to make a move, you may be thinking about using your current house as a short-term rental property instead of selling it. A short-term rental (STR) is typically offered as an alternative to a hotel, and they’re an investment that’s gained popularity in recent years. While a short-term rental can be a […]

Read More
Happy mature couple lying on meadow in front of their house

Renting or Selling Your House: What’s the Best Move?

By Richard Wamsat | Jul 12, 2023

If you’re a homeowner ready to make a move, you may be thinking about using your current house as a short-term rental property instead of selling it. A short-term rental (STR) is typically offered as an alternative to a hotel, and they’re an investment that’s gained popularity in recent years. While a short-term rental can be a […]

Read More
home wood toy in living room for property or building concept 3d rendering

Momentum Is Building for New Home Construction

By Richard Wamsat | Jul 11, 2023

If you’re in the process of looking for a home today, you know the supply of homes for sale is low because you’re feeling the impact of having a limited pool of options. And, if your biggest hurdle right now is that you’re having trouble finding something you like, don’t forget that a newly built home is […]

Read More

Capitalizing on Homeowner Equity: The Real Estate Jackpot You Can Win

By Richard Wamsat | Jul 11, 2023

Imagine waking up to the news that the Powerball jackpot has reached an incredible $725 million. While winning the lottery may seem like a distant dream, there’s another avenue for building long-term wealth that can be equally rewarding: real estate investment. In this blog post, we’ll explore how homeowners can capitalize on the rising equity […]

Read More

Momentum Is Building for New Home Construction

By Richard Wamsat | Jul 11, 2023

If you’re in the process of looking for a home today, you know the supply of homes for sale is low because you’re feeling the impact of having a limited pool of options. And, if your biggest hurdle right now is that you’re having trouble finding something you like, don’t forget that a newly built home is […]

Read More
Classic american house exterior. Front yard

Reasons Your Home May Not Be Selling

By Richard Wamsat | Jul 10, 2023

When it comes to selling your house, you want three things: to sell it for the most money you can, to do it in a certain amount of time, and to do all of that with the fewest hassles. And, while the current housing market is generally favorable to sellers due to today’s limited housing supply, […]

Read More

Reasons Your Home May Not Be Selling

By Richard Wamsat | Jul 10, 2023

When it comes to selling your house, you want three things: to sell it for the most money you can, to do it in a certain amount of time, and to do all of that with the fewest hassles. And, while the current housing market is generally favorable to sellers due to today’s limited housing supply, […]

Read More

Americans Still View Homeownership as the American Dream

By Richard Wamsat | Jul 4, 2023

Everyone’s interpretation of the American Dream is unique and personal. But, for many people, it’s tied to a sense of success, freedom, and prosperity. These are all things that owning a home can help provide. A recent survey from Bankrate asked respondents which achievements they feel most embody the American Dream. The responses prove owning […]

Read More
Boy on bicycle learning with proud dad and happy family in their home garden outdoors. Smiling father teaching fun skill, helping and supporting his excited young son to ride, cycle and pedal a bike

Evaluating Your Wants and Needs as a Homebuyer Matters More Today

By Richard Wamsat | Jul 3, 2023

When it comes to buying a home, especially with today’s affordability challenges, you’ll want to be strategic. Mortgage rates impact how much it costs to borrow money for your home loan. And, to help offset the higher borrowing costs today, some homebuyers are taking a close look at their wish list and re-evaluating what features […]

Read More