Kelly McLaren Real Estate Group

Thinking about selling your house without an agent?

You should know there are some major downsides.

You’d miss out on marketing tools, expert pricing, top-notch negotiation skills, and the know-how to handle all the fine print.

Why take on all that stress alone? Let’s chat and make sure you have the support you need.

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Kelly McLaren | 951.642.8320
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Why a Vacation Home Is the Ultimate Summer Upgrade

Summer is officially here and that means it’s the perfect time to start planning where you want to vacation and unwind this season. If you’re excited about getting away and having some fun in the sun, it might make sense to consider if owning your own vacation home is right for you.

An Ameriprise Financial survey sheds light on why people buy a second, or vacation, home (see below):

• Vacation destination or a place to get away from the stresses of everyday life (81%)

• Better weather (49%)

• Rental income (41%)

• Primary residence in the future (33%)

• Having a venue for gatherings with family and friends (25%)
Ways To Buy Your Vacation...

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Why a Vacation Home Is the Ultimate Summer Upgrade Summer is officially here and that means it’s the perfect time to start planning where you want to vacation and unwind this season.

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What’s one of the top things today’s homebuyers say they need more information on?

It’s programs that can help with the upfront costs of buying a home.

There are over 2000 down payment programs available – and with how tight affordability still is, it’s worth seeing if there’s one that can help you.

Want to learn more? Connect with a trusted lender and local agent.

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Establish goals and habits now to prepare.

5 Financial Tips for First-Time Parents So a babe is on the way? Congrats! Along with the chaos of, well, everything that is to come, your f...

Do Elections Impact the Housing Market?

The 2024 Presidential election is just months away. As someone who’s thinking about potentially buying or selling a home, you’re probably curious about what effect, if any, elections have on the housing market.

Home Sales

During the month of November, in years when the Presidential election takes place, there’s typically a slight slowdown in home sales. As Ali Wolf, Chief Economist at Zonda, explains: “Usually, home sales are unchanged compared to a non-election year with the exception being November. In an election year, November is slower than normal.”

Home Prices

What about home prices? Do they drop during election years? Not typically. As residential...

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Do Elections Impact the Housing Market? The 2024 Presidential election is just months away.

With the Presidential election only months away, you may be wondering what impact that’ll have on the housing market.

Fortunately, the impact is usually small and temporary. History shows us the market remains strong during election years.

That's good news for you because it means this year's election shouldn't affect your move. If you want the data, shoot me a message.

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Real Estate Is Still the Best Long-Term Investment [INFOGRAPHIC]

According to a recent poll from Gallup, real estate has been voted the best long-term investment for twelve straight years. That’s because a home is so much more just than a roof over your head. It’s also an asset that typically grows in value over time. If you’ve been debating if it makes more sense to rent or buy, DM me to talk about why homeownership can be a better bet in the long run.

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Real Estate Is Still the Best Long-Term Investment [INFOGRAPHIC] According to a recent poll from Gallup, real estate has been voted the best long-term investment for twelve straight years.

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For twelve years straight, real estate has been voted the best long-term investment in an annual Gallup poll.

So, if you’re debating between renting or buying, remember, that it's more than just a roof over your head. A home is an asset that usually grows in value over time – and that makes it a powerful investment.

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🎉 Big News! 🎉

We are incredibly proud to share that we’ve been awarded Most Units Sold for the month of April. We are so thankful to our Clients that make this possible. Every property sold represents a dream realized, and we are so honored to be a part of your journey. Here's to more successes and helping even more people reach their Real Estate Goals. 🏡

Congrats to our Agents Miguel Aguirre and Jonny Lauderdale. And special callout to our AMAZING Operations Manager Erika Lamorie for her attention and Client care on every one of our sales! A special ‘Thank You’ to our Transaction Coordinator - Tina McKay, Escrow Officer - Sonya Vaughn, Title Rep - Lisa Favorite, Preferred Lender - Lara Locke, and other partners for your continued support that contribute to achievements like this. ❤

This isn’t like 2008. Builders aren’t overbuilding, they’re just catching up.

This graph shows there’s a gap to make up after over a decade of not building enough homes.

Plus, builders are focusing on completing what’s already started versus breaking ground on a whole lot of new homes. This means they’re being mindful and that’s a good thing.

Have questions? Let’s chat.

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Home Prices Aren’t Declining, But Headlines Might Make You Think They Are

If you’ve seen the news lately about home sellers slashing prices, it’s a great example of how headlines do more to terrify than clarify. Here’s what’s really happening with prices.

The key is knowing the difference between the asking price and the sold price.

Understanding Asking Price vs. Sold Price

In essence, the asking price, also known as a listing price, is the amount a seller hopes to get for their home when they list it. In reality, sellers can’t just put any price tag on their house and expect it to sell for top dollar.

Here’s the most important thing to note: Actual sold prices are still rising, and they’re...

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Kelly McLaren | 951.642.8320
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Home Prices Aren’t Declining, But Headlines Might Make You Think They Are If you’ve seen the news lately about home sellers slashing prices, it’s a great example of how headlines do more to terrify than clarify.

For a relatively low cost, a home warranty can make buying a home a lot less worrisome.

The Pros of Buying a Home Warranty For $600 or so a year, plus a service fee of around $75 every time you ask for repair, a home warran...

The Wealth-Building Power of Homeownership [INFOGRAPHIC]

If you’re trying to decide if buying a home is worth it, consider the long-term benefits, like building equity as home values grow over time. According to the FHFA, home values have increased by 315.7% since 1991. Home equity is one reason owning your own place can really pay off in the long run. When you're ready, DM me.

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The Wealth-Building Power of Homeownership [INFOGRAPHIC] If you’re trying to decide if buying a home is worth it, consider the long-term benefits, like building equity as home values grow over time.

Considering selling your house on your own?
Here’s why teaming up with an agent can make the process smoother.
An agent knows the local market and how to set a competitive price that draws in buyers.
An agent will handle all the legal documents and ensure accuracy, reducing risks and delays.
Remember, a pro by your side can save you time, stress, and potential pitfalls.

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Kelly McLaren | 951.642.8320
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Thinking about buying a home? Consider the long-term wealth-building benefits.
Homeownership isn't just about having a place to live—it's a key to building wealth. As you pay off your mortgage, your equity grows, and any increase in your home's value adds to your net worth.
Just check out how home values have grown since 1991.

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Your Equity Could Make a Move Possible

Many homeowners looking to sell feel like they’re stuck between a rock and a hard place right now. Today’s mortgage rates are higher than the one they currently have on their home, and that’s making it harder to want to sell and make a move.

What Is Equity?

Think of equity as a simple math equation.
Your equity grows as you pay down your loan over time and as home prices climb. And thanks to the rapid home price appreciation we saw in recent years, you probably have a whole lot more of it than you realize.

The latest from the Census and ATTOM shows more than two out of three homeowners have either completely paid off their mortgages.
That means the majority of...

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Kelly McLaren | 951.642.8320
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Your Equity Could Make a Move Possible Many homeowners looking to sell feel like they’re stuck between a rock and a hard place right now.

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👷🏻‍♀️🔨 Great Framewalk Inspection with my buyer Deepak who’s getting one-step closer to moving into his brand new home at the TruMark Homes new community of Saddleback Place in Mission Viejo!

After opening escrow in August LAST year (!) on one of the final pre-construction phases, we are OFFICIALLY on the countdown to his move-in this fall! Happy Client, Happy Realtor! 😎👍

🧐Considering new construction? Yes we sell resale homes (lots!), but did you know we have helped a ton of buyers purchase brand new homes across multiple SoCal Counties and various builders?

🛑The process of buying a new home is VERY different than buying resale in SoCal and you DO want your own representation to guide you through the process and look after your interests in this major financial transaction. Builders ONLY represent themselves, never the Buyer, and you almost always need to have your Buyer’s Agent with you at the first visit.

😎👍Good News! We’ve been there and done that so you’ll be in EXPERIENCED hands. Call Kelly today 951-642-8320 or anyone on our Team to get started!