December 2018

As home prices continue to rise, homeowners are finding they're sitting on record amounts of home equity, and there are plenty of reasons homeowners may want to take out a loan to unlock it.

Most builders are outfitting newly constructed homes with smart technology. Here are some of the top features buyers are wiling to pay extra for.

Brainstorming a list of non-negotiable amenities is one of the best ways to narrow a broad home search and reign in overwhelming options. Defining the difference between a "must" and a "nice to have" provides focus and reflection in the home purchase. Below showcases the top five essential features most home shoppers require.

The Aaronson Group has leased 4 Cloudcrest, Aliso Viejo, Orange County, California.

Featuring the largest two bedroom floor plan in the Villas North community, this private end home offers two spacious bedrooms – with the master suite providing a large walk-in closet – and a spacious loft that can be used as a third bedroom. The open concept floor plan creates a flow from the living room, dining area, and kitchen onto the balcony with green hills view. In addition to plenty of natural sunlight and greenery views, the property boasts vaulted ceilings, new carpet, numerous windows, direct access two-car garage, and lots of storage.  This home is located nearby a beautiful park within walking distance, blue ribbon awarded schools, the Aliso Viejo Town