Author Archives: Scott Stephens

About Scott Stephens

I have been a licensed Realtor in North Orange County since 1994 and a hard working community leader, since buying my first home here, in 1988. Having been the recipient of many awards in both these areas of my life, I guarantee that you will love my service. Calif. DRE Lic.# 01192262 "I'm Here to Help"

Pure Professionals

Posted on September 14, 2022 by Scott Stephens

It takes a village! Over my 27 years in real estate, I have worked with many service providers; some good, some not so good and some Excellent.  These are the people I trust the most to help me help you. … Continue reading →

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Know Someone Affected by recent Floods?

Posted on September 13, 2022 by Scott Stephens

When a natural disaster hits, the effects are typically much more significant than you might first suspect. Sure, there is the immediate impact and potentially some damage resulting directly from that, but in most cases, there is also a significant … Continue reading →

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The Age-Old Question…

Posted on September 6, 2022 by Scott Stephens

As they say, “the home is where the heart is”, and for so many homeowners, it’s a lot more than a saying. Their home is a place where they made so many memories with family and friends, and considering selling … Continue reading →

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5 Dos and Don’ts for Moving

Posted on August 31, 2022 by Scott Stephens

Are you planning a move sometime soon? When packing up your house to move, it’s easy to start throwing things in boxes without a second thought. You may have every intention of purging your possessions once you arrive at your … Continue reading →

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When it gets Hot Out

Posted on August 15, 2022 by Scott Stephens

Do you have outdoor space that would be the perfect place to hang out in during the summer? You probably imagined having a backyard oasis when you chose your home. Yet the reality may be a little different when the … Continue reading →

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Jack & Jill Bedrooms or Bathroom?

Posted on August 3, 2022 by Scott Stephens

A Jack-and-Jill bathroom is a space that works in conjunction with two bedrooms, allowing the spaces to have a conjoining, en suite bathroom. Traditionally, Jack-and-Jill bathrooms were found in homes for larger families and were shared by siblings. Toying with … Continue reading →

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5 Ways Rate Hikes could Affect You

Posted on July 26, 2022 by Scott Stephens

Obviously mortgage interest rates are going up. Yet they are not always driven like you might think. To keep up with the surging cost of living, consumers are spending more and saving less — and rising interest rates aren’t helping the matter. … Continue reading →

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Know Air Conditioner Ratings

Posted on July 14, 2022 by Scott Stephens

Heating and cooling costs are skyrocketing. So, homeowners & tenants alike want to have the most efficient Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC) units in their home that they can afford. Asking for recommendations for a specific unit can bring about … Continue reading →

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An Important Step in Staging

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Scott Stephens

There are a lot of little things that you can do to increase the appeal of your home to buyers. Many of the tips you’ll find to improve your home’s appeal focus on things inside the house, ranging from paint … Continue reading →

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Sometimes as amateurs we leave more waste

Posted on May 10, 2022 by Scott Stephens

Many reasons to take on a DIY projects You may decide to do something yourself because you think it will be an easy project, or because you enjoy working with your hands. You might even consider doing a DIY project … Continue reading →

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