Nathan Kramer

I agree with the agent before... You are going to get a zillion opinions and no one really knows when is the BEST time to buy...

I think the thing to do is to get setup with a service that will only show you homes that you are interested in and that will also update itself automatically so that you can get a good idea of what prices are like in the areas. It will take some time to get adjusted to the areas and get a sense of the price you will likely pay for what you want but it will give you confidence in your purchase... and that is what you really want right? You want to find a home that you feel confident is the 'right house for you at the right price'...

Trust me... there will almost always be a home that sells for less than what you paid for it.... in almost all cases.... and since you already stated that you are looking to use this home as a in between before you move into a larger home then you are looking at the perfect time to buy... prices are low... will they go lower? possibly... maybe not by much.... and will they all go higher in the coming years when you'll want to sell? surely... so the thing is finding you two the best home for you when prices are at the relative lowest that they can be....

Go to my site... http://www.iwantaBIGGERhouse.com and create an account. You control the search, you control when to change... I am just here to help answer your questions and offer my services when you are ready... the search will show you pictures, info, neighborhood info, etc... its really helpful for your stage of the buying process...

Any other questions you can give me a call or email....
Nathan Kramer
Century 21 Professionals
(888)865-2525 - Wed Mar 18 2009, 13:22

Hi Claire,
That is a very smart idea in today's market... Moving up is the best type of buyer to be.... Are you looking to sell your current home before you purchase a new one? If so it can make your move to the larger home more difficult and the timing will need to be worked out to perfection yet I've dealt with it before and actually enjoy the process since you can bring in several interested parties that are all working towards a common goal of purchasing and selling a home.

I have created a website specifically for people in your position... it is http://www.iwantaBIGGERhouse.com
It can help you understand what will be required for your move to occur. I am here to help so please ask me any questions that you might have so that I can help you through this process.

I can set you up with a service where you can A) find your next home online and search anytime you choose with me there the whole time to help navigate the inventory and B) see all your competition so you can see the best way to market your home to get it sold... This strategy will keep you in the loop the entire time and you will feel confident in the process and in myself as your real estate agent... - Tue Mar 3 2009, 11:25

If you are looking for a good second home within a beach community I would definitely look into the Newport beach to Laguna Beach area... These are areas where you can get a property and be certain that the values will not diminish like other areas SINCE they are in such a highly desirable area.

Also, if you ever decide that you want to rent out the place since you aren't using it you can get extremely high rents for the place as well...

You asked about websites to look at for properties in the area. Well you can look at this site that I have created that will allow you to actually create your own search criteria and change it whenever you please. You can freely search the MLS for homes that you might desire purchasing. The site is http://www.IwantABIGGERhouse.com
I highly recommend making your own account and beginning your online research for the perfect home for you. Also, you can contact me for further information or for any concerns that you might have...

Nathan Kramer
Century 21 Professionals
(888)865-2525 - Fri Feb 20 2009, 13:20