Insights from the South OC coast.

Market updates, local guides, and straight talk from nearly 40 years in the business.

September 9, 2026 · 5 min read

Orange County Real Estate Market History Through 40 Years of Cycles

Gregg McElwee shares what nearly 40 years of South OC market cycles has taught him about property, people, and long-term real estate investment in Orange County.

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September 2, 2026 · 5 min read

Why Some South OC Homes Sit on the Market Longer

Comparable South OC homes sell at very different speeds. Gregg McElwee explains the pricing, condition, and timing factors that make the difference.

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August 26, 2026 · 5 min read

How Interest Rates Shape South Orange County Real Estate

What rate moves actually mean for South OC buyers and sellers — based on what Gregg McElwee sees at showings and in client conversations. Call 949-448-0961.

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August 19, 2026 · 5 min read

What's Driving San Clemente Home Prices in 2026

Gregg McElwee breaks down what's driving San Clemente home prices in 2026, covering inventory, demand, and honest advice for sellers deciding when to list.

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August 12, 2026 · 5 min read

Neutral Real Estate Agent in a Divorce: How It Actually Works

Selling a home during divorce means managing two clients who don't trust each other. Gregg McElwee explains how a neutral agent holds that line.

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August 5, 2026 · 5 min read

How the Court-Ordered Home Sale Process Actually Works

Learn how the court-ordered home sale process works day to day, from court order to closing, including what the agent can and can't do. Gregg McElwee explains.

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July 29, 2026 · 5 min read

Divorce Buyout Home Refinance: What It Actually Involves

One spouse keeping the house in a California divorce? Here's how a buyout and refinance actually works, what the math looks like, and where things go wrong.

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July 22, 2026 · 4 min read

Selling a House During Divorce in California: What Order Should Things Happen

Should you sell before or after your divorce is final? Gregg McElwee explains California divorce home sale timing, the 50/50 rule, and a key tax break to know.

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July 15, 2026 · 5 min read

Probate Home Repairs Before Sale: Fix Up or Sell As-Is?

Should you fix up an inherited home before selling or sell as-is? Gregg McElwee breaks down what's worth doing, what isn't, and who pays in probate.

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July 8, 2026 · 5 min read

Selling Inherited Property With Siblings When Everyone Disagrees

Siblings don't always agree when selling an inherited home. Here's how probate works when multiple heirs and how to keep things from stalling. G. McElwee

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July 1, 2026 · 4 min read

How Long Does Probate Take in California? (Longer Than You Think)

California probate takes longer than most families expect. Here's what's actually happening behind the scenes and what you can do to keep things moving.

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June 24, 2026 · 4 min read

What an Executor Must Do Before a Probate Property Sale in California

Before you list a probate home in California, there are court steps, creditor windows, and fees you need to know. Gregg McElwee breaks it down plainly.

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