Your Complete Guide to the Home Buying Process in Northern California Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make. And while it's exciting, it can also feel overwhelming, especially if you're a first-time buyer. But don't worry. With...
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Understanding the Current Northern California Real Estate Market: What It Means for You Hey everyone! I'm Kallie Orr, your local Realtor® here in Northern California. If you're thinking about buying a home right now, I know how overwhelming it can fee...
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Thinking About Investing in Real Estate? Here's Where to Start If you've ever thought about owning an investment property or building long-term wealth through real estate, you're not alone. It's one of the most powerful ways to grow your financial futu...
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What's Included in a Home Inspection? When you're buying a home, the inspection isn't just a formality. It's a key step that can save you from major surprises — and major costs — down the line. I'm Kallie Orr, a Northern California Realtor® who b...
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3 Common Home Buying Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Buying a home is exciting, but it's easy to make costly mistakes if you don't know what to watch out for. Whether you're buying for the first time or making a move after years in your current home, th...
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Should You Sell Your Home Without a Realtor? Let's Talk FSBO Honestly You've probably seen the signs. For Sale By Owner. No agent. No commission. Just a homeowner trying to do it themselves. I get it. As a Realtor®, I know it might sound strange for ...
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What Credit Score Do You Really Need to Buy a Home? Thinking about buying a home but unsure if your credit score is good enough? You're not alone. There's a lot of confusing and outdated information out there, and it stops way too many people from movi...
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What Home Buyers Need to Know About Representation & Broker Agreements Buying a home? Let's make sure you're fully in the know before you sign anything. I'm Kallie Orr — a real estate agent here to guide you through every step, including one of the ...
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Home Buying Budget Breakdown for First-Time Buyers in Northern California Are you thinking about buying your first home and wondering, "What can I actually afford?" You're not alone! Hi, I'm Kallie Orr a Realtor® based in Northern California, and I help...
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In the olden days, when someone wanted a home loan they walked downtown to the neighborhood bank or savings & loan. If the bank had extra funds lying around and considered you a good credit risk, they would lend you the money from their own funds. It doe...
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