Ruth Real Estate AdvisorMay 122 minTax Advantages of Owning a HomeEven though tax day has come and gone, the tax advantages of owning a home stick around all year long. As a refresher, here are seven of...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorMay 11 min14 Sundown Pass, Irvine, Deerfield Community Amazing Mountain and Sunset Views with Dual Master Suites in this Lovely home in the heart of Irvine. Can you say curb appeal! You will...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorMay 11 minIt's Gonna Be May- Outdoor Home Maintenance🪴It’s Gonna Be May! Before you can enjoy lazy days in the yard, there are a few outdoor maintenance tasks you might want to go ahead and...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorApr 223 minWhy This Housing Market Is Not a Bubble Ready To PopHomeownership has become a major element in achieving the American Dream. A recent report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR)...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorApr 81 min4 Fox Hollow, Irvine, Woodbridge Community Original owners, spared no expense on this amazing remodeled 2 BD 1.5 BA Woodbridge Somerset townhome. Just wait until you see this...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorApr 82 minHow to Navigate a Hot Housing Market: For Buyers and SellersWho you work with and hire is most important. Having the right team is Key! Check out this client testimonial where Ruth Bruno Real...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorFeb 131 min3 Mountain Laurel, Irvine 3 BD 2 BA 2 CAR, Lovely Deerfield Home Peace, comfort & joy are yours in this lovely, single-story home in the heart of Irvine, highly...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorFeb 131 minFive Tips For Funding Your Next VacationThere’s nothing quite like some well-earned time off in a cool new place, but vacations certainly don’t pay for themselves. Here are a...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorFeb 131 minFive Home Repairs To Budget ForYou’re going to have to do some regular repairs and maintenance on your home—it’s just a fact of home ownership. So that you’re not...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorDec 14, 20211 min7 Sunridge, Irvine3 BD 2 BA 2 CAR, Lovely Deerfield Home Peace and comfort are yours in this lovely, single-story home in the coveted Deerfield community....
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorNov 23, 20212 minFive Tips For Reducing ClutterIt doesn’t take much time to go from a perfectly organized room to a cluttered, chaotic mess. Papers pile up on surfaces, coats and bags...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorNov 22, 20211 minCalling In A ProfessionalRenovating your home can be a stressful and expensive endeavor. How much should you spend? Who should you trust? Who’s the best...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorNov 21, 20212 min28 Sembrado, Rancho Santa Margarita 4BD|4BA|View|Pool|Main level BD/BA |Bonus RoomThis home has it all. It is located in beautiful Rancho Santa Margarita with great views, a pool, a spa, and an open floor plan, all on a...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorOct 24, 20212 minIrvine: 2 Homes 1 Lot: 9 Gold Bluff : Deerfield 4 BD 3 BA2 HOMES ON 1 LOT- So unique with added ADU/in-law suite or rental. Quaint Cul-de-sac Street in the Heart of Irvine, in the highly...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorOct 24, 20211 minRenovate Vs. RelocateIs it worthwhile to improve your property, or is moving a better choice? Unless you built a custom home, you probably have a long list of...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorOct 8, 20211 min6502 Santa Monica Av, W. Garden Grove | 3BD BA 2Car |Largest cul-de-sac corner lot home located in the desirable Eastgate Village of West Garden Grove. Perfect located on a quiet peaceful...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorSep 19, 20212 minHow To Plant A Tree In Your YardHave you ever wanted to change the landscape of your yard by adding a tree or shrub? Whether you have a green thumb or are a green dud,...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorSep 19, 20212 min54 Festivo, Westpark Community Irvine | 3BD 3BA +Office 3Car“Curb Appeal”! This stunning home is ready for you, come see it! Welcome home to your highly upgraded large corner lot home in the very...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorSep 2, 20212 minTrabuco Canyon Estate: 5.1 Acre Horse Property 19701 Live Oak Canyon Rd, Trabuco Canyon Trabuco Canyon Estate, this is a ONE-OF-A-KIND Home/Horse Property with barn is a MUST SEE! No...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorAug 15, 20211 minThe Best Things About Home OwnershipIf you own a home, there was certainly a lot that went into your decision to buy rather than continue to rent. Now you’re enjoying all...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 25, 20211 minMoving On A BudgetPurchasing a new home is likely one of the largest financial investments you will make in your lifetime. And on top of the home cost...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 25, 20211 minClosing Costs 101What are closing costs? Closing costs are the fees for services required to finalize your mortgage. Typically, the buyer is responsible...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20213 minOrange County Housing Report: Housing Abloom March 12, 2019Good afternoon! Not only have the clocks changed, so has the housing market. The Spring Market: The best conditions to sell a home are...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20214 minThese Home Improvements Could Hurt Your Home’s Value When You Sell Every seller wants to snag the highest possible price for their home when they sell, which is why certain measures should be taken to...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20213 minOrange County Housing Report: Buyers Gamble Many buyers are sitting on the fence waiting for interest rates to fall, but don’t know when to cash in their chips. Gambling on Rates:...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20214 minShort-Term or Long-Term Amortization Periods: Which One is Best For a Mortgage? There are a number of factors to consider when choosing a particular mortgage product. While the interest rate and fees associated with a...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20211 minWhat To Negotiate When Buying A Home Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned veteran, the negotiation part of the transaction can be a little daunting and...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20211 minIS IT TIME TO UPSIZE YOUR HOME? Unfortunately, our homes don’t always grow with us. What may have initially worked fine for a single person, a young couple’s starter...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20211 minDispelling Refinancing Myths “Refinancing” is a scary word for many people, but that shouldn’t be the case for you. For many homeowners, refinancing can not only...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20212 min5 Negotiating Tactics That Can Hurt A Sale Negotiation is a subtle art in real estate, but skilled negotiators can usually find some common ground that satisfies all parties. On...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20211 minStaying Put- OC Housing ReportReach out if you like to learn more.
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20215 minHow to Boost Your Chances of Getting Approved For A MortgageRoughly 8% of all mortgage applications are denied by lenders. But as challenging as it can be to get approved for a mortgage, it’s not...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20212 minNew Home? Here’s How To SaveHere are a few things new homeowners can do to save on energy and maintenance. When you’ve just purchased a new home, there’s a ton on...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20211 minTips For Speeding Up Your Home SaleSelling your home is a huge undertaking to begin with, but if the process drags on for months and interest trickles in much slower than...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20211 minMortgage Rate MathShopping around for the best possible mortgage terms is an important part of the home buying process. A few percentage points can make a...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20211 minThe Difference Between Home Warranty & Home InsuranceWhen purchasing a new home, it’s important to do in-depth research on all facets of the homebuying process. One thing you’ll need to...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20211 minTHIS WEEK’S REAL ESTATE UPDATEReal Estate is changing in ways that will ultimately improve the market in many different ways. Some recent changes: Virtual Open Houses:...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20212 minNew Home, Better LivingWhen you’re house hunting, focus on the things that will improve your quality of life. There are so many factors that go into a home...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20211 minNeed-to-knows For Smart-home TechnologyHomeowners have the ability to automate anything from locks to lights to air conditioning and more. With new technology popping up every...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20211 minDeerfield Community IrvineRaising my daughters in this community and growing up in Irvine, I wanted to invite you to one of the best kept secrets in the heart of...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20212 min10 Ways to Save on Utility Bills During the Summer MonthsThe summer heat is often the culprit behind jumps in electricity costs during the summer months, so do what you can now to conserve...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20211 minFive Tips For Selling Your Home In A HurryThere are a lot of factors that will determine how quickly your house is sold, and it’s important to tackle the factors you can control....
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20211 minRevamp Your At-home WorkspaceNothing ruins a workday like not having a designated, comfortable place to work from. And when you are working from home, whether it be...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20211 minGive Your Deck A FaceliftHanging out with your family or hosting friends on your old, dingy deck is not very appealing. Lucky for you, refreshing it doesn’t have...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20211 minWhy You Need To Work With A Buyer’s AgentThe home buying process can be exciting and fun, but also complicated, stressful, and overwhelming. Maximize your chance of success and...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20211 minValue-boosting Renovations For Your HomeBuying a home is likely one of the largest purchases you will make in your lifetime. So why not maintain and grow that investment so if...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20211 minTHE PRICE IS RIGHT: What You Should Know About Pricing Your HomeOne of the most daunting parts of selling your home is deciding what to price it at. You don’t want to price too high and get little to...
Ruth Real Estate AdvisorJan 24, 20211 minEye-catching Ways To Decorate With PlantsUsing plants as décor is a great way to add a little color and a natural, bright feel to any room. There are endless types of plants to...