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Welcome to the ActiveRain Home Buying section. This is the place where you'll find comprehensive information on everything connected to purchasing a home – and we mean everything.


What exactly goes on in a home inspection and how is it different from a home appraisal? Curious about what it takes to purchase that foreclosure you've had your eye on? You'll find out how to do it right here. Look around: the professionals at ActiveRain have the information you need.


ActiveRain is the top real estate social network in the world. So, while you may find articles about purchasing a home on other websites, only at ActiveRain do you have the opportunity to read the words of wisdom from over 300,000 real estate industry professionals. From real estate agents to lenders to home inspectors and stagers -- that's a lot of brain power and we've harnessed it, right here at AR.


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Recent blogs on Home Buying
By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Localist Realty)
Lake Forest Weekly Market Update April 28th - May 4th, 2025 Heatherview RECENTLY SOLD Heatherview | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1351 sq. ft. | $899,000 Le Parc BACK ON THE MARKET Le Parc | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 733 sq. ft. | $499,990 RECENTLY SOLD Le Parc | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1123 sq. ft. | $645,000 Tuscany at Foothill Ranch NEWLY LISTED Rue De Valore | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 936 sq. ft. | $575,000 BACK ON THE MARKET Rue De Valore | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1048 sq. ft. | $649,000 White Oak RECENTLY SOLD Mont Pointe | 2 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1020 sq. ft. | $585,000 View Pointe | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 990 sq. ft. | $589,900
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By E. Steve Banis, Jr., https://www.SouthCarolinaHomesInc.com
(South Carolina Homes Inc.)
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Localist Realty)
Laguna Niguel Weekly Market Update April 28th - May 4th, 2025 Breakers RECENTLY SOLD Shorebreaker Drive | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1553 sq. ft. | $1,098,000 Chandon BACK ON THE MARKET Chandon | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1256 sq. ft. | $880,000 Costa Brava RECENTLY SOLD El Adolfo | 3 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1451 sq. ft. | $1,074,900 Foothill Townhomes RECENTLY SOLD Dry Dock | 4 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 2000 sq. ft. | $1,147,500 Hillhurst Condos BACK ON THE MARKET Hillhurst Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 978 sq. ft. | $579,000 Laguna Sur NEWLY LISTED Marseille | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 2337 sq. ft. | $1,900,000 Le St. Tropez RECENTLY SOLD Outrigger Way | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1742 sq. ft. | $1,060,000 Mirador NEWLY LISTED Via Fierro | 3 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1342 sq. ft. | $975,000 Niguel Poi...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Localist Realty)
Fullerton Weekly Market Update April 28th - May 4th, 2025 Gilbert Vista RECENTLY SOLD Loma Alta Drive | 2 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1092 sq. ft. | $670,000 Malvern Creek NEWLY LISTED Whitewater Drive | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1381 sq. ft. | $859,000 Park Ridge RECENTLY SOLD Associated Road | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 676 sq. ft. | $476,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Localist Realty)
La Habra Weekly Market Update April 28th - May 4th, 2025 Fashion Walk RECENTLY SOLD Las Lomas Drive | 2 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1384 sq. ft. | $549,000 Heritage Village BACK ON THE MARKET Pine Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1181 sq. ft. | $649,000 Stone Harbor BACK ON THE MARKET Stone Harbor Circle | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 972 sq. ft. | $650,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Localist Realty)
Cypress Weekly Market Update April 28th - May 4th, 2025 Bowers Condominiums NEWLY LISTED Walker Court | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1662 sq. ft. | $799,000 Influential Townhomes RECENTLY SOLD Cobblestone Lane | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1296 sq. ft. | $794,900 Tanglewood North NEWLY LISTED Via Ingresso | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1056 sq. ft. | $789,900 RECENTLY SOLD Via Encinas | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1587 sq. ft. | $789,999 Twin Lakes BACK ON THE MARKET Twin Lakes Drive | 2 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 993 sq. ft. | $650,000 Twin Lakes Drive | 1 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 920 sq. ft. | $500,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Localist Realty)
Costa Mesa Weekly Market Update April 28th - May 4th, 2025 Newport Chateau RECENTLY SOLD Irvine Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1588 sq. ft. | $1,295,000 The Vendome BACK ON THE MARKET Anaheim Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1212 sq. ft. | $799,000 Woodstream Condos NEWLY LISTED University Drive | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1348 sq. ft. | $999,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Localist Realty)
San Clemente Weekly Market Update April 28th - May 4th, 2025 Las Jardines RECENTLY SOLD Avenida Del Presidente | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 920 sq. ft. | $734,990 President Heights I BACK ON THE MARKET Avenida Adobe | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1468 sq. ft. | $1,000,000 Villa Grande RECENTLY SOLD Avenida Granada | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1162 sq. ft. | $1,189,000 Vista Pacifica NEWLY LISTED Calle Del Cerro | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 818 sq. ft. | $675,000 RECENTLY SOLD Calle Del Cerro | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 608 sq. ft. | $540,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Localist Realty)
Garden Grove Weekly Market Update April 28th - May 4th, 2025 Greenbrier Terraces RECENTLY SOLD Garden Grove Boulevard | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1057 sq. ft. | $580,000 Les Jardins BACK ON THE MARKET Bay Hill Court | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 693 sq. ft. | $419,000 Lotus Walk NEWLY LISTED Palm Street | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 864 sq. ft. | $509,000 Stonegate NEWLY LISTED Stonegate Lane | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1357 sq. ft. | $825,000
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
(Joe Manausa Real Estate)
2662 Heathrow, Tallahassee, FL Click here to Get Directions$375,000 4 Beds - 2 Baths - Photos Maps & Local Schools Print This bright, beautiful 4 bedroom home on a culdesac in the Glen at Golden Eagle features vaulted ceilings, stainless appliances including a Bosch dishwasher and many custom extras. Roof replaced in 2018 and termite bond included. This property has smart smoke/CO detectors, an Ecobee thermostat and touchscreen security system with Skybell camera and garage door access. This open concept home has lots of natural light, double rainfall showerheads in primary bathroom, new wood shelving in laundry room, and fresh paint throughout most of the house. Privacy fenced yard backs up to Golden Eagle and features a covered patio area, key lime tree and a great space for children...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
(Joe Manausa Real Estate)
2058 Thomasville Rd, Tallahassee, FL Click here to Get Directions$400000 4 Beds - Photos Maps & Local Schools Print Remodeled Duplex in the heart of Tallahassee! This charming and cozy duplex has been tastefully updated with ample parking and easy, walkable access to Midtown, local parks, and shopping. Great opportunity for investors or homeowners that want to live on one side, rent the other. Outstanding opportunity for income production for gameday weekends, too! Follow This Home
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Localist Realty)
Newport Beach Weekly Market Update April 28th - May 4th, 2025 Bayridge RECENTLY SOLD Seaborough | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1349 sq. ft. | $1,050,000 Belcourt Hill BACK ON THE MARKET Northampton Court | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 2516 sq. ft. | $2,389,000 Big Canyon Villas BACK ON THE MARKET Muirfield Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1850 sq. ft. | $1,699,900 Harbor Ridge Estates RECENTLY SOLD Harbor Ridge Drive | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 2700 sq. ft. | $3,695,000 Newport Crest RECENTLY SOLD Land Fall Court | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1622 sq. ft. | $1,695,000 Villa Balboa NEWLY LISTED Cagney Lane | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1748 sq. ft. | $1,350,000 RECENTLY SOLD Cagney Lane | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1761 sq. ft. | $1,299,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Localist Realty)
Santa Ana Weekly Market Update April 28th - May 4th, 2025 City Place RECENTLY SOLD E Jeanette Lane | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1404 sq. ft. | $735,000 Normandy Place BACK ON THE MARKET Normandy Place | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 835 sq. ft. | $435,000 RECENTLY SOLD Normandy Place | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 804 sq. ft. | $439,900 South Coast Springs NEWLY LISTED S Bear Street | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1480 sq. ft. | $429,999
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Mission Hills Weekly Market Update April 28th - May 4th, 2025 4055 Falcon NEWLY LISTED Falcon Street | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 942 sq. ft. | $775,000 Villa Portofino on Front RECENTLY SOLD Front Street | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1165 sq. ft. | $799,000
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
North Park Weekly Market Update April 28th - May 4th, 2025 Coral Ridge NEWLY LISTED Florida Street | 0 bedrooms | 1 baths | 520 sq. ft. | $399,900 Villa Sao Miguel RECENTLY SOLD Alabama Street | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 378 sq. ft. | $285,000
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Santee Weekly Market Update April 28th - May 4th, 2025 Fanita Rancho RECENTLY SOLD Fanita Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1056 sq. ft. | $489,999
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By Will Hamm, "Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"
(Hamm Homes)
    In the world of property inspections, one of the most common industry adages is "no home is perfect." From mold to roofs nearing the end of their lifespan, it's a rare occasion when a home inspector walks through a home and doesn't discover an issue worth addressing before closing a sale—this goes for new homes, too. The Misconception: New Homes Don't Need InspectionMany homebuyers mistakenly believe that if they're buying a newly constructed home, they don't need to order a home inspection. The truth is that brand-new homes are not immune to issues that can accumulate into costly repairs down the road. The reason newly constructed homes still need a home inspection boils down to the distinction between building code inspectors and home inspectors, and what each looks for. Common I...
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Chula Vista Weekly Market Update April 28th - May 4th, 2025 Autumn Hills RECENTLY SOLD Maple Drive | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1576 sq. ft. | $595,000 Belleza RECENTLY SOLD Salinas Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1244 sq. ft. | $624,900 Bolero RECENTLY SOLD De Leon Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1025 sq. ft. | $599,900 Cordova NEWLY LISTED Capistrano Way | 3 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1725 sq. ft. | $737,777 Fairway Villas RECENTLY SOLD Greenbriar Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1454 sq. ft. | $735,000 Greystone RECENTLY SOLD Yellow Pine Place | 4 bedrooms | 4 baths | 1851 sq. ft. | $760,000 Mar Brisa BACK ON THE MARKET Corte Patio | 3 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1285 sq. ft. | $670,000 Mer Soleil RECENTLY SOLD Nicolette Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1315 sq. ft. | $598,300 Cannes Place | 2 bedr...
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Carlsbad Weekly Market Update April 28th - May 4th, 2025 Alta Mira RECENTLY SOLD Camino Del Prado | 3 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1204 sq. ft. | $1,049,900 Alta Mira II RECENTLY SOLD Caminito Madrigal Street | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 959 sq. ft. | $799,000 Carlsbad Crest RECENTLY SOLD Carnation Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1263 sq. ft. | $939,000 Carlsbad Palisades RECENTLY SOLD Coralwood Circle | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1389 sq. ft. | $850,000 La Costa Alta RECENTLY SOLD Ballena Way | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 696 sq. ft. | $500,000 Las Playas RECENTLY SOLD Batiquitos Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1292 sq. ft. | $892,500 Boxwood Court | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1292 sq. ft. | $899,000 Majorca West NEWLY LISTED Altisma Way | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1040 sq. ft. | $715,000 Meadow Villas RECENTL...
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By Thomas Santore Lic Associate Real Estate Broker, Realtor®-ABR-Land, Residential & Commercial Sa
(Coldwell Banker Realty/Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT)
One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 6“Where the Sidewalk Ends—But the Lots Begin”Today’s route started with curb appeal and ended in raw potential. I looped from Route 118 into Underhill Heights and down to the dead ends that back into nothing but woods. It’s the kind of terrain that reads fully developed—until you start spotting odd slivers of untouched land between backyards, or a driveway that goes nowhere.I parked near a cul-de-sac and followed a narrow trail between two homes, barely noticeable unless you were looking. Behind them? Nearly two acres, flagged in old survey tape. It’s technically “residential land,” but it feels like a backyard that outgrew its neighborhood.There’s an interesting thing happening in Yorktown: homeowners who never thought of selling are discovering tha...
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