Lake Forest, CA

If you are considering listing your home, one of the most difficult decisions you will have to make will be how to price it. Proper pricing is the key to getting your home sold and providing you with the greatest profit.

The first thing to know is your Realtor® does understand that you want the most profit possible. Secondly that it is your “home” so there are a lot of emotions tied to it.

When it comes down to figuring out how to price it your Realtor® will guide you in determining what is happening in your local market. But determining the price is a team effort. Of course the standard, location, amenities and competition all are very important, but there are some intangible aspects that proper price provide that will get the seller with best results.

Intangible Benefits of Proper Pricing:

• Faster Sale
• Attracts “cleaner” financing
• Increased buyer response, no looky loo's
• Less inconvenience
• Better return on advertising efforts
• Attracts higher offers from serious buyers
• Ultimately providing More money to sellers

Now you may think these points are common sense but they are often not considered as sellers only focus on getting that high price. Resulting in the home sitting on the market, receiving low ball offers, not getting financing approved and ultimately the seller feeling extremely frustrated.

Price it right = $$$$ in your pocket!

Kelly Turbeville is one of South Orange County premier Realtors® focusing in the Saddleback Valley and the communities of Lake Forest, Portola Hills, Foothill Ranch, Trabuco Canyon, Mission Viejo and Rancho Santa Margarita. Whether she’s helping a first time buyer accomplish the goal of homeownership, or coaching a homeowner on how to use their equity to step up into a nice home or use it to buy an investment property or finding exclusive properties for the high end consumer. Kelly is committed to making it happen. So if you’re considering selling or buying a home in Saddleback Valley, call Kelly to schedule a free consultation. Whatever your dream, with Kelly at your side, Its Possible!

The above information is provided as an opinion and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Perfect house hunting weather. The sun is shining, it's a mild 70 degrees out, and all the hills within eyesight are lovely shades of spring green.

Good house hunting weather is also good open house weather! It's time to get out there and find the perfect home before everyone else does.

Gotta love spring in Southern California!

I stumbled across an organization that is doing good work in Orange County and am excited to help.

Women Helping Women is an Orange County non-profit that provides services to approximately 2,000 low-income clients each year, helping them attain and sustain employment and reach self-sufficiency. All services are provided FREE OF CHARGE, including professional business apparel and accessories, computer classes, life skills workshops, and employment support services - resume building, job placement, and mock interview sessions.

From March 20th-April 20th in Portola Hills, we will be holding a Clothing Drive to support Women Helping Women!

Items needed:

• Suits, Blazers, Slacks, Skirts, Dresses
• Blouses, Sweaters, Dress Shirts
• Dress Shoes, Purses, Totes, Scarves, Belts, Jewelry
• Bras, Slips, Pantyhose, Knee Highs, Trouser Socks
• Prom Dresses
• Regular & Sample Sized Shampoo, Conditioner, Health and Beauty Products

If you would like to donate any items, please contact Kelly.

For more information on the organization Women Helping Women check out their website at www.WHW.org.

Kelly Turbeville is one of South Orange County premier Realtors® focusing in the Saddleback Valley and the communities of Lake Forest, Portola Hills, Foothill Ranch, Trabuco Canyon, Mission Viejo and Rancho Santa Margarita. Whether she’s helping a first time buyer accomplish the goal of homeownership, or coaching a homeowner on how to use their equity to step up into a nice home or use it to buy an investment property or finding exclusive properties for the high end consumer. Kelly is committed to making it happen. So if you’re considering selling or buying a home in Saddleback Valley, call Kelly to schedule a free consultation. Whatever your dream, with Kelly at your side, Its Possible!

The above information is provided as an opinion and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

The City of Lake Forest is holding two important events regarding housing in the next couple of weeks that you won’t want to miss. First is the final update on the Opportunities Study and the second is a Housing Element meeting.

The Opportunities study.

• Monday March 31^st @ 7:00 pm @ Portola Hills Elementary School 19422 Saddleback Ranch Road, Lake Forest
• Monday April 14^th @7:00 pm @ El Toro High School, 25255 Toledo Way, Lake Forest

This study was undertaken to take advantage of an opportunity to re-zone nearly 800 acres of vacant land on six properties in Lake Forest. It's the last opportunity for the city to shape what future development will look like, so the City is taking a proactive role in looking at the features residents have said they want most.

2008 Housing Element:

• March 27, 2008 @ 7:00pm @ Lake Forest City Hall
• April 1, 2008 @7:00 pm @ Lake Forest City Hall

The Housing Element is a meeting required by state law that requires the city to provide a general update every five years. These meetings cover the years from 2006-2014. At these meetings, the Planning Commission and City County will review the Draft 2008 Housing Element prior to submittal of the document for review by the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).

I am a firm believer; the community you live in is what you make it! Make sure to attend these important meetings to ensure your views are considered.

Kelly Turbeville is one of South Orange County premier Realtors® focusing in the Saddleback Valley and the communities of Lake Forest, Portola Hills, Foothill Ranch, Trabuco Canyon, Mission Viejo and Rancho Santa Margarita. Whether she’s helping a first time buyer accomplish the goal of homeownership, or coaching a homeowner on how to use their equity to step up into a nice home or use it to buy an investment property or finding exclusive properties for the high end consumer. Kelly is committed to making it happen. So if you’re considering selling or buying a home in Saddleback Valley, call Kelly to schedule a free consultation. Whatever your dream, with Kelly at your side, Its Possible!

The above information is provided as an opinion and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

As I speak with buyer’s, I am often asked “Where are the Deals” and after a long discussion of what they are looking for and what constitutes a deal, I often feel a bit sad as I see they don’t see the deal right in front of them.

I am intent on getting this information out there for buyer’s as there are some amazing home buys on the market in South Orange County and this window of opportunity is not going to last forever!

Kelly’s Picks for Best Deal In Portola Hills!

• A perfect Starter or Rental: Includes 1 bed plus a loft with an attached garage. Priced at $259,000. Yes, $259k in South Orange County.
• Great Floorplan: Includes 3 bed/3 bath/2 car garage with wood floors, stainless steal appliances and a perfect sized yard for entertaining. Priced at $429,900! / sold comparables are $490k
• Lovely Paired Homed: Includes 3 bed/3 bath/Loft plus den. Floorplan is light and bright at 2100 sq. ft and priced at $535,000. Sold comps are $580k
• Simply it’s a Steal!: 5 bedrooms, 4 baths (yes, 4 baths),2800 sq.ft., large open family room and kitchen with a formal living and dining room. The home includes a nice yard, with slate, spa and ready for a built in BBQ. Price $689k. Sold comps are over $800k

Kelly has picked these homes as best buy’s after looking at the following: Below Market Price, Location, Conditions, Negotiability and Potential Rental Factor. Remember, the key to getting the deal is reacting!

Should you like detailed information on any of these properties, call Kelly Today!

Kelly Turbeville is one of South Orange County premier Realtors® focusing in the Saddleback Valley and the communities of Lake Forest, Portola Hills, Foothill Ranch, Trabuco Canyon, Mission Viejo and Rancho Santa Margarita. Whether she’s helping a first time buyer accomplish the goal of homeownership, or coaching a homeowner on how to use their equity to step up into a nice home or use it to buy an investment property or finding exclusive properties for the high end consumer. Kelly is committed to making it happen. So if you’re considering selling or buying a home in Saddleback Valley, call Kelly to schedule a free consultation. Whatever your dream, with Kelly at your side, Its Possible!

The above information is provided as an opinion and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.