Orange County real estate
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Buying and selling advice, neighborhood breakdowns, and video walkthroughs from around Orange County.
August 27, 2026
How Much Do First-Time Home Buyers Actually Put Down?
Katherine looks at national data on what first-time buyers actually put down, and how that compares to average savings by age.
July 16, 2026
Newport Beach vs Huntington Beach: Which Is Better?
Katherine compares beach access, housing prices, neighborhoods, and lifestyle in Newport Beach and Huntington Beach to help you decide where to look.
August 12, 2026
Buying a Home? Ask These 10 Questions at Every Open House
Katherine breaks down 10 questions every buyer should ask at an open house, from the seller's motivation to hidden repair issues.
July 2, 2026
What to Expect During Escrow in California
Katherine walks through what happens during escrow in California, from inspections and appraisal to signing, funding, and closing.
More videos
What Is a 2-1 Mortgage Rate Buydown? | How It Works
September 10, 2026
10 Biggest Mistakes First-Time Home Buyers Make
August 11, 2026
Condo vs. Mobile Home: Which Is the Better Investment? | Pros & Cons Explained
July 28, 2026
10 Real Estate Words Sellers Should Know
July 17, 2026
Types of Mortgage Loans, Property Taxes & Mortgage Rates
July 13, 2026
What Is an Appraisal?
July 11, 2026
What NOT to do while buying a house
July 1, 2026
How to Prepare Your Home for Listing Photos
June 30, 2026
Home Warranty vs Home Insurance: What's the Difference?
June 27, 2026
HELP! My Landlord Is Selling the House… Do I Have to Move?
June 26, 2026
What Sellers Should Know About Buyer Repair Requests
June 25, 2026
What Happens After You Accept an Offer?
June 24, 2026