March 2020

Although the COVID-19 pandemic is causing an economic slowdown, home values have actually increased in 3 of the last 5 U.S. recessions. With the information at hand, the current housing market will not be a repeat of 2008.

When listing your home for sale, your top goal will be to sell for the best price possible. To do so, here are some tips that will make your property buyer ready.

View how the behaviors, motivations, and financial situations of recent home buyers and sellers differ by generation.

If the idea of purchasing a fixer upper sounds appealing, be sure to conduct your due diligence to avoid falling into a financial trap. While these individual signs might not derail a sale on their own, they might warrant a call to a local expert who can assess the problem, offer solutions, or give repair estimates.

The Aaronson Group has listed 200 Paris Lane #207, Newport Beach, Orange County, California, for $669,900. (MLS® #OC20030351)

Enjoy Southern California lifestyle at its finest from this beautiful ocean view studio prominently positioned on the bluff offering spectacular panoramic Newport Harbor, ocean, city lights, and sunset views through floor to ceiling windows! This light and bright open floor plan features a state-of-the-art kitchen with upgraded appliances including a built-in fridge, elegant wood floors, inside laundry, and a balcony perfect for capturing the unforgettable views. The home includes a private garage and gated parking spot. The property is within walking distance to the most serene Orange County beaches & steps away from

The Aaronson Group has listed 65 Tidewind #59, Irvine, Orange County, California, for $1,199,000. (MLS® #OC20047938)

Enjoy luxury living indoors and out in this pride of ownership home nestled in the beautiful Ridge Garden community of Turtle Rock. Enter through a private gated courtyard into this highly upgraded light and bright home, boasting soaring vaulted ceilings. The sophisticated design includes oak hardwood flooring, new paint in today’s colors, vinyl windows and doors, custom fireplace, plantation shutters, recessed lighting, and much more! The chef’s caliber gourmet kitchen is outfitted with exquisite quartz counters, a custom backsplash, a center island, upgraded soft-close cabinetry, top of the line appliances, and a Blanco sink.

Finding the perfect house can take some time, and two thirds of home buyers have searched for more than three months before going under contract on a property. Here are some of their reasons for the time span.

The Aaronson Group has listed 27985 Lucero, Mission Viejo, Orange County, California, for $929,900. (MLS® #OC20043060)

This highly upgraded New Castille property is prominently positioned on a single loaded street that features breathtaking panoramic mountain, sunset, and city lights views. This light and bright home boasts soaring cathedral ceilings with warm inviting interiors, including beautiful wood flooring and designer appointments throughout. An expansive chef’s caliber kitchen features quartz counters with modern backsplash, shaker cabinets with soft close drawers, a center island, and views of the backyard pool and impressive panoramas beyond. The spacious family room is enhanced by a cozy fireplace, a wet bar with quartz counter, and a