4.7 
47 It was very easy to reach the locksmith by phone (I really hate it when I can't reach a real person). He came out within a few hours and very quickly repaired the two door knobs. If I had known it was so hassle-free, I would have had the doorknobs fixed a lot sooner.
The sale went thru thanks to the hard work of the Real Estate Agent.
Leanne Carswell Expert Real Estate TeamThey do a lot of advertizing on TV. They always have specials on. They did a good job. We were real happy with what they did, they did it fast, and they did it in one day. We had them came out and the salesman came out and said what they could do, and they could send somebody the next day and...
Katie was a huge help to us in finding and buying our first home. Katie assisted us for about a year while we searched for the perfect home. As first time home buyers, we had a lot to learn about the process. Katie walked us through the entire process and made sure we felt informed and...
Katie Loughney of CompassWe learned, to our delight, that it REALLY DOES make a difference who your agent is! Although there are over 30,000 agents here in South Orange County, Terry is about the only one who REALLY looks out for his clients obsessively (and obsession is what we like when it’s OUR money on the line!...
Terry Hunter Hunter-Broker
On site or virtual appraisals available. Single family, condo & 2-4 Unit income property appraisals. Current and back dated appraisals. Trusts, Estates. Real Estate Sales with customized service. Serving Southern California and Southern Nevada for over 25 years. CA Dept of Real Estate Lic #00573449 CA State Certified Appraier AR014019. NV Appraiser #A.02808753- CR
"It went very well. Penny is diligent, efficient and very pleasant to work with. She always got back to me when I had messages or phone calls. She never left me hanging, she always got back to me quickly. Easy to work with. I highly recommend her. It was $425 because it was done remotely ."
Kathryn N on August 2025
On site or virtual appraisals available. Single family, condo & 2-4 Unit income property appraisals. Current and back dated appraisals. Trusts, Estates. Real Estate Sales with customized service. Serving Southern California and Southern Nevada for over 25 years. CA Dept of Real Estate Lic #00573449 CA State Certified Appraier AR014019. NV Appraiser #A.02808753- CR
"It went very well. Penny is diligent, efficient and very pleasant to work with. She always got back to me when I had messages or phone calls. She never left me hanging, she always got back to me quickly. Easy to work with. I highly recommend her. It was $425 because it was done remotely ."
Kathryn N on August 2025
LBN Appraisal Service is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business
"Prompt and professional"
Basil N on March 2020
LBN Appraisal Service is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business
"Prompt and professional"
Basil N on March 2020
Simmons Street, Inc is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. We offer real estate sales and appraisal services. simmstreet.com
"Responsive!"
Jeanne T on May 2025
Simmons Street, Inc is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. We offer real estate sales and appraisal services. simmstreet.com
"Responsive!"
Jeanne T on May 2025
In your practice you may need EXPERIENCED APPRAISERS for a Real Estate property that may be the subject of Re-finance, Pre Listing/Selling, Line of Credit, Loan Modification, PMI removal, Tax Dispute, settlement, Various Family Trust and other legal proceeding. Included in the attached Resume are most of the services we are proficiently able to provide you with; We approach our services with due diligence, supportive data and comprehensive arguments in support of our conclusions in a manner that will stand to extreme scrutiny. **Please note, this is not a free service.**
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Edward M on April 2024
In your practice you may need EXPERIENCED APPRAISERS for a Real Estate property that may be the subject of Re-finance, Pre Listing/Selling, Line of Credit, Loan Modification, PMI removal, Tax Dispute, settlement, Various Family Trust and other legal proceeding. Included in the attached Resume are most of the services we are proficiently able to provide you with; We approach our services with due diligence, supportive data and comprehensive arguments in support of our conclusions in a manner that will stand to extreme scrutiny. **Please note, this is not a free service.**
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Edward M on April 2024
We are a real estate investing and construction management firm. We offer expertise in providing real estate appraisal of your residential property, in addition, to expert owner representation services to guide you in your renovation and construction projects.
We are a real estate investing and construction management firm. We offer expertise in providing real estate appraisal of your residential property, in addition, to expert owner representation services to guide you in your renovation and construction projects.
Certified residential real estate appraiser (1-4 units) and licensed real estate broker. Also a licensed mortgage broker.
Certified residential real estate appraiser (1-4 units) and licensed real estate broker. Also a licensed mortgage broker.
We buy houses in Orange County and all over California. Get in touch with us for a free offer for you house. Get a quick estimate for a cash offer where you make no repairs or pay commissions or fees.
We buy houses in Orange County and all over California. Get in touch with us for a free offer for you house. Get a quick estimate for a cash offer where you make no repairs or pay commissions or fees.
If you are looking to sell your home or buy, give me a call. If you sell or buy with me, your appraisal service will be free.
If you are looking to sell your home or buy, give me a call. If you sell or buy with me, your appraisal service will be free.
Your neighborhood Realtor, supporting Orange County for 19 years. Providing friendly, experienced, beyond great service. Communications and keeping my clients well informed throughout the process of buying or selling their home. I work with my daughter, Kristin, so you get double the support. Let me know if we can help you with any of your real estate needs.
Your neighborhood Realtor, supporting Orange County for 19 years. Providing friendly, experienced, beyond great service. Communications and keeping my clients well informed throughout the process of buying or selling their home. I work with my daughter, Kristin, so you get double the support. Let me know if we can help you with any of your real estate needs.
Hello! Your business is important to me. While being mindful of the current events in our world, I take every precaution to practice Covid-safe signings. I have worked flawlessly with signing agents, lawyers, title companies and the general public to ensure accurate signings while being attentive to the client confidentiality. I will work around your busy schedule and will travel to YOU for your notary needs! I offer professional and reliable mobile notary services for individuals, families, lenders, title companies and more. I am background screened, bonded and insured. I have a real estate background and am familiar with various loan forms. I look forward to hearing from you
Hello! Your business is important to me. While being mindful of the current events in our world, I take every precaution to practice Covid-safe signings. I have worked flawlessly with signing agents, lawyers, title companies and the general public to ensure accurate signings while being attentive to the client confidentiality. I will work around your busy schedule and will travel to YOU for your notary needs! I offer professional and reliable mobile notary services for individuals, families, lenders, title companies and more. I am background screened, bonded and insured. I have a real estate background and am familiar with various loan forms. I look forward to hearing from you
Yes, hiring a real estate agent is worth it. Many homeowners make the mistake of trying to sell their homes by themselves, thinking that they’ll save money on the commission, but what they save on the commission, they very often pay for in frustration and concessions on the sale price. Hiring a real estate agent to handle the sale of your home not only makes the process far easier and takes the burden off of you, but most homeowners get more for their homes when going through an agent because of the marketing and salesmanship they bring to the table.
Real estate agents work on commission, so the cost of hiring an agent will depend on the cost of the home you’re buying or selling. The listing contract should include information about the commission for both agents, which is usually 6 percent of the sale price in total or 3 percent per side. With an average national home value of around $440,000, the typical commission per agent is $13,200. However, you won’t pay this total out of pocket. Instead, the commission comes out of the sale price of the property.
Interviewing real estate agents is the best way to find the right person for the job. Consider asking the following questions to find the best agent for you:
How will you show my property?
Will you do open houses to market my home?
How will you handle dual agency (representing the buyer and you as the seller)?
Should I make repairs to my home before listing?
Will you get professional photos taken of my home?
What is the best price you think we can get for my property?
How long do you expect the sale to take?
You don’t legally need a real estate agent as a buyer, as you can represent yourself, but you should always hire an agent as a home buyer. A professional real estate agent will have access to local MLS services to find homes that meet your criteria and needs, can connect you with other professionals—like a mortgage broker and real estate attorney—you’ll need for the purchase, and can often negotiate a better price for your home to help save you money. Plus, as the buyer, your agent’s commission comes from the seller’s proceeds from the sale of the home.
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