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Advice for home owners Tips for Selling your Huntington Beach home quickly January 9, 2025  |  714-336-0394  |  Scot@CampbellRealtors.com | Broker of Record – Coldwell Banker-Campbell Realtors  If you’re thinking about selling your home in Huntington Beach and want to do it quickly for top dollar, it’s essential to understand the local real estate landscape.  Huntington Beach, known for its coastal charm, fantastic weather, surf culture, and […]
Advice for home owners How Much Are Closing Costs When Selling a Home in Huntington Beach? January 9, 2025  |  714-336-0394  |  Scot@CampbellRealtors.com | Broker of Record – Coldwell Banker-Campbell Realtors  Understanding Closing Costs in Huntington Beach If you’re buying or selling a home in Huntington Beach, understanding closing costs is crucial for a smooth transaction and avoiding surprises. Here’s a breakdown of everything you need to know about closing costs […]
Advice for home buyers How Do I Choose the Right Real Estate Agent in Huntington Beach? January 2, 2025  |  714-336-0394  |  Scot@CampbellRealtors.com | Broker of Record – Coldwell Banker-Campbell Realtors  When you’re navigating the real estate market in Huntington Beach, finding the right agent can make all the difference. Whether you’re buying your first coastal home, selling a beloved property, or investing in a lucrative opportunity, your agent will be […]
Advice for home buyers REAL TRENDS Announces #1 Agent Ranking for Huntington Beach Scot Campbell has been Awarded the #1 Agent Ranking in Huntington Beach! 2024 RealTrends Verified Individual Agent Rankings by City   >Huntington Beach, Ca:      #1   >Award:                                    America’s Best by Volume   >Individual Agent:      […]
Advice for home owners History of Agency in California Residential Real Estate Transactions May 12, 2024  |  714-336-0394  |  Scot@CampbellRealtors.com | Broker of Record – Coldwell Banker-Campbell Realtors  As one of the very few practicing real estate professionals in California who has worked through all the Agency changes in California Residential Real Estate Transactions over the last 40 years,  I can effectively explain where the real estate industry […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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 […]
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 Author 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. Capital Gains Tax […]
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 […]
Advice for home owners SPECIAL REPORT: Residential Installment Sales ~ Who should consider this type of a home sale?  INSTALLMENT SALES ARE FOR HOMESELLERS WHO WANT TO REDUCE CAPTIAL GAINS TAXES AND DESIRE RELIABLE MONTHLY INCOME AFTER THE CLOSE:  For years, sellers of real estate have used Installment Sales (seller carry back financing) to reliably collect income after selling a property… they also did it to defer and minimize capital gains taxes. When rates […]
Advice for home owners SPECIAL REPORT: What can Homeowners Facing A Big Capital Gain Tax Liability do to “Sensibly Make a Move” ? What can a capital gain tax conscious homeowner do to sensibly “make a move” when their Highly Appreciated home is no longer consistent with their lifestyle or budget? Real Estate Marketplace Observations by Scot Campbell – Real Estate Broker Background: The sale of a significantly appreciated personal residence often requires the payment of substantial capital […]

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