Advice for home buyers PRESS RELEASE FOR BUYER CLIENTS regarding NAR Settlement & Buyer Agent Commissions For immediate Release – March 16, 2024: By Scot D. Campbell, Broker of Record  ~  Coldwell Banker-Campbell Realtors, Huntington Beach, CA  In response to the Sitzer/Burnett v. National Association of REALTORS® (“NAR”) lawsuit, NAR announced changes to the Realtor MLS rules.  The changes reflect the most significant modification of the rules of agency since the […]
Advice for home owners PRESS RELEASE FOR SELLER CLIENTS regarding NAR Settlement & Buyer Agent Commissions For immediate Release – March 16, 2024: By Scot D. Campbell, Broker of Record  ~  Coldwell Banker-Campbell Realtors, Huntington Beach, CA The changes reflect the most significant modification of the rules of agency since the practice of Buyer Agency was introduced following the Easton V. Strassburger case in 1984. The changes to the Multiple Listing Service […]
Community News FREE Shred Event – Saturday April 6 2024 – 10AM-2PM Come to our office via 18th Street (driving on 18th Street toward PCH from Walnut Avenue), or from Pacific Coast Highway (driving from the 17th Street), turn right on 18th Street.   There may be a line of cars lined up on PCH. When you arrive to the parking lot, follow the line of vehicles.  Your […]
Advice for home buyers The Luxury TREND Report 2024 The Coldwell Banker Global Luxury TRENDS Report for 2024 has been published. It is filled with insights on luxury markets in the United States and internationally. Enjoy the reading!    
Advice for home owners 10 Year Huntington Beach Real Estate Market Summary My observations of Huntington Beach real estate market conditions allow me to provide valuable insights to home buyers & sellers.  If you have a minute, allow me to point out the trends and conditions that drove the real estate market over the last 10 years. Days of Supply is defined as the number of days […]
Community News Stunning Seagate Waterfront Townhome 16123 Saint Croix is a stunning waterfront townhome on the Lagoon in the Seagate community in Huntington Harbour. CLICK HERE to see the Full Realtor MLS listing & photographs. CLICK HERE to see the walk-thru 3D tour. It is one of very few units with an oversize front window offering an abundance of light. The unique […]
Community News New Modern Home with Guest House (ADU) JUST LISTED in Huntington Beach Welcome to 17241 & 17245 Lynn Lane in the Los Patos (near Brightwater) custom home area of Huntington Beach. CLICK HERE to see the Full Listing & Photographs. CLICK HERE to see the Walk-Thru 3D Tour This Modern Luxury Quality Home + Guest House was just completed and it is ideal for a multi-generational household […]
Community News Modern 3 Story Beach Home An Amazing opportunity in our community!  Recently constructed 413 California Street in Huntington Beach is For Sale for a fantastic price:  $2,695,000! A unique home is available for purchase in Downtown Huntington Beach! CLICK HERE to look at the Walk-Thru 3D Tour. Here is a LINK to more photos and all the listing details! This […]
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Advice for home owners SPECIAL REPORT: Real estate related law changes for the New Year. Source:  California Assn of Realtors – by Huntington Beach Realtor Scot Campbell – 714-336-0394 As always, there are many new laws going into effect for the New Year.  There are some that homeowners and landlords should be aware of.  Below is a summary of laws going into effect in 2024: GENERAL HOUSING LAW CHANGE:   […]
Advice for home buyers SPECIAL REPORT:  What is the Best Indicator of Market Conditions for the Huntington Beach Housing Market By Scot Campbell, Realtor 12/7/2023 | Sources: Reports on Housing, Realtor MLS, NAR, Wikipedia I have been selling real estate for over 30 years in Huntington Beach, and I have a formal education in real estate finance and economics. So, my friends, past clients, and family often ask the familiar question: “How is the Market?” […]
Advice for home buyers SPECIAL REPORT: 2023 Year End Market Recap for Huntington Beach By Scot Campbell, Broker | Source: Realtor MLS, FreddieMac, NAR Revised – December 28, 2023 How is the Huntington Beach Market?  “Days of Supply” is the best overall indicator of real estate market conditions in Huntington Beach.  I have been tracking the numbers carefully since 2014. A Days of Supply reading above 120 is a […]
Advice for home owners SPECIAL REPORT: Where are people moving? by Scot Campbell, Coldwell Banker-Campbell Realtors According to an article in Axios on 10/28/2023, there are some very clear patterns on where people moved in 2022.  “New data from the U.S. Census shows that around 820,000 people moved out of California and 550,000 out of New York in 2022. They join more than 8 million […]
Advice for home owners What are the typical Seller Closing Costs   Typically, buyers are stretching to get all the money necessary for the down payment and closing costs when they purchase a home. Since buyers are unable to close the escrow without all the necessary funds, the real estate industry long ago structured the normal payment of closing costs as we see today.  Yes, it […]
Advice for home owners Why is it important to use the Best Imagery for your home listing?   We have all seen those property photos on the Realtor MLS or Zillow that make you wonder “Do they not want to sell the house?”  Sometimes listing photos have bad lighting, poor resolution, are blurry, or perhaps the house just was not ready to be photographed in the first place. Listings which have poor […]
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Community News 11th Annual FREE Pumpkin Patch at the Beach I am hosting our 11th Annual FREE PUMPKIN PATCH at the Beach on Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 10AM to 2PM. The event is going to be at my oceanfront office:  1720 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA.  Every child gets a Free Pumpkin + Face painters, balloon artists, and a chance to win $100 […]
Advice for home buyers SPECIAL REPORT: Exchanging With a Related Party Source: Article was provided by First American Exchange Company, LLC, a Qualified Intermediary, is not a financial or real estate broker, agent or salesperson, and is precluded from giving financial, real estate, tax or legal advice. Consult with your financial, real estate, tax or legal advisor about your specific circumstances. First American Exchange Company, LLC […]
Advice for home buyers Here are 50 real estate terms you should know by Scot Campbell | Broker | Realtor | 714-336-0394 | Scot@CampbellRealtors.com Whether a home buyer, home seller, investor, or Realtor, there are some words and phrases that frequently crop up. With the help of Inman News and 30+ years in the industry, I chose 50 terms to create an easy-to-use glossary you’ll return to again […]
Advice for home owners SPECIAL REPORT: California CAPITAL GAINS TAX Rules real estate investors and homeowners should know before selling By Scot Campbell, Broker | Coldwell Banker-Campbell Realtors | Scot@CampbellRealtors.com | 714-336-0394 In March 2022, writer Jeff White wrote an interesting article which was published in Seeking Alpha.  I read the article recently and made some notes… below are the interesting points and examples I organized for your consideration while I was reviewing the article. […]
Advice for home owners SPECIAL REPORT: Step-Up in Basis ~ What It Is & How Does It Apply to Real Estate By Scot Campbell, Broker | Coldwell Banker-Campbell Realtors | Scot@CampbellRealtors.com | 714-336-0394 According to an informative article written by Kimberlee Leanard in Seeking Alpha, a “step-up in basis” is an adjustment to the value of appreciated assets upon inheritance. It is important to understand the rationale for this rule and how it impacts investment real […]