Reon Boydstun Howard's Blog

Posted on 08/02/2021

Buying a House with a Relative or Friend

Image by Iakov Filimonov from Shutterstock You may be looking for ways to make the transition into homeownership a little more affordable or perhaps you dream of owning a vacation home. In these cases, combining resources with a close friend or relative may be a good option. Working together can provide you with more buying power and lower...

Financial Planning

Home Buying Tips

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Posted on 07/26/2021

Work Smarter, Not Harder: Low-Maintenance Front Yard Tips

Not everyone has extra time to spend taking care of their front yard. While outdoor spaces are important, it’s easy to let yard upkeep fall by the wayside. Luckily there are lots of things you can do to make your yard attractive and inviting without spending hours working on it every week. Here are some of the best...

Posted on 07/19/2021

Home Options for Communal Living

Photo by cottonbro from Pexels Multi-generational homes have grown in popularity as the benefits of communal living become more recognized and celebrated. If you are searching for a home to share with both your children and parents, there are many options open to you. Single-family home with apartment: Some single-family homes have been built or renovated to include...

Posted on 07/12/2021

3 Tips for Buying Land for Residential Development

Photo by Benjamin Balazs via Pixabay Buying land can be a tricky matter for many people, especially when they're first getting started. No matter how valuable a property may seem at the time, it may not take very long to realize there were more strings attached than you thought. But while there are a few red flags to...

Posted on 07/05/2021

Step-by-Step: Creating a Cubby Bookshelf

Photo by SuperJHS via Pixabay In the modern home, nothing combines practicality and style like a cubby bookshelf. Children can keep books or toys organized. They set the perfect backdrop for a display of photos, figurines, delicate dishes or other collectibles. And if you size them right, just add some baskets to turn some of your shelves into...

Bookshelf

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Posted on 06/28/2021

Should You Buy or Sell First?

Photo by Mohamed Hassan via Pixabay You’ve decided to sell your home to upgrade or even downsize, but you don’t know whether you should start looking and buy first or wait to sell first. The best-case scenario is to do both, but that takes a lot of planning. If you are sure your credit is good enough to...

Buying

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Posted on 06/21/2021

Real Estate Transfers Exempt from Seller Disclosures

Photo by Jeswin Thomas from Pexels Due diligence is part of buying and selling real estate in any state. California has several disclosures you must make, including additional disclosures for certain cities and counties for fire, flood and earthquake zones. However, some property transfers are exempt from disclosure requirements. If you are looking at a home that is...

Buyer Tips

Real Estate Laws

Posted on 06/14/2021

Simple and Budget-Friendly DIY Upgrades

Remodeling your home can give it a fresh look, but figuring out what changes to make can be difficult when you have a strict budget to stick to. Fortunately, you don’t have to spend a lot of time and money to upgrade your home. In fact, there are several easy and cost-effective ways to improve your home’s appearance....

Budget

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Posted on 08/04/2021

Another Property Sold - 700 E Lake Drive 1, Orange, CA

Listed by Boydstun Rlty & Prop Mngmt Inc - DRE# 00783577

Premium LOCATION end unit with unparalleled view of the pool/spa, mature redwood and pine trees, lake and streams, bridges, ducks & birds . Welcome to Morningside by the Lake, close to Old Towne Orange but tucked away in a mountain-style retreat. 2 Bedroom, Jack & Jill full bath upstairs, MBR has dressing area with large vanity/sink-cathedral ceilings, lots of storage, 1/2 bath downstairs. Open concept kitchen & living areas, 1 car garage (laundry hookups) plus 1 assigned carport and ample guest parking. Patio entry between garage and condo. Light and bright with recessed lighting, skylight upstairs. A little TLC (paint...

Posted on 08/03/2021

Another Property Sold - 1464 W Birchmont Drive, Anaheim, CA

Listed by Boydstun Rlty & Prop Mngmt Inc - DRE# 01446104

Beautiful Ranch Style home with 3 bedrooms and 2 bath in the desirable Westmont Founders neighborhood. Located within quiet streets and well kept homes. Landscaping offers beautiful curb appeal. Beautiful entry into the formal living room with views of the backyard. Remodeled kitchen with granite counters. Great backyard for entertaining large covered patio area and an above ground spa in the yard. One bedroom is currently being used as an office with built in cabinets. Landscaped front and back yards with sprinklers. 2 car garage with driveway parking attached to breeze way with entry into the home's laundry room. Remodeled kitchen...

Posted on 07/20/2021

Another Property Sold - 1574 W Chanticleer Road, Anaheim, CA

Listed by Boydstun Rlty & Prop Mngmt Inc - DRE# 01446104

Single-level ranch style 3 bedroom 2 bath Enchanted Home in a quiet established neighborhood. Hardwood floors as you enter into the hallway to the living room with corner fireplace, tile in the kitchen and baths and carpet in the bedrooms. This home is waiting for you to make your own. It's a diamond in the rough, where the buyer gets to pick their kitchen counter top - either laminate or tile of buyer's choice. If buyer wants to upgrade seller will credit them towards their upgrade. Step down bonus room being used as office/exercise room. Great for an at home office with french doors to close the family and household noise out. The...

Posted on 06/23/2021

1464 W Birchmont Drive, Anaheim, CA 92801 is now new to the market!

Listed by Boydstun Rlty & Prop Mngmt Inc - DRE# 01446104

Beautiful Ranch Style home with 3 bedrooms and 2 bath in the desirable Westmont Founders neighborhood. Located within quiet streets and well kept homes. Landscaping offers beautiful curb appeal. Beautiful entry into the formal living room with views of the backyard. Remodeled kitchen with granite counters. Great backyard for entertaining large covered patio area and an above ground spa in the yard. One bedroom is currently being used as an office with built in cabinets. Landscaped front and back yards with sprinklers. 2 car garage with driveway parking attached to breeze way with entry into the home's laundry room. Remodeled kitchen...