First Team Sheds Christie’s affiliation, names new CEO.   No one can predict the future of real estate, but you can prepare. Find out what to prepare for and pick up the tools you’ll need at Virtual Inman Connect on Nov. 1-2, 2023. And don’t miss Inman Connect New York on Jan. 23-25, 2024, where AI, capital and more will be center stage. Bet big on the future and join us at Connect. First Team Real Estate, the largest privately held brokerage in the state of California, has left the Christie’s International Real Estate network and promoted Michele Harrington&n ..read more

A self-motivated spirit with a problem-solver mindset, Holly McKhann is blazing her own trail in Orange County as an entrepreneur and real estate agent. From accountant, to mother, to house flipper, to real estate professional, Holly follows through on any opportunity she sees. Prior to earning her MBA, Holly joined Ernst & Young as a Certified Public Accountant. After her years in accounting, she decided to focus on her family and had four children with her husband, Scott. Together, this dynamic duo began flipping houses in 2008 and have since flipped over 250 homes. From the incredible ..read more

The Mother-Daughter duo that is Debbie Miller & Sandi Clark are taking Orange County by storm after being awarded with First Team’s Lifetime Achievement Award by CEO & COO, Cameron Merage & Michele Harrington.  With a passion for people, real estate, and interior design, Sandi joined the real estate industry close to 25 years ago. By 2010, she was a member of First Team’s Hall of Fame, and shortly after joined forces with her daughter, Debbie, in 2012. With different strengths and perspectives, the pair balances each other out by dividing and conquering. With every cl ..read more

First Team High Desert recently won the major categories in Real Estate in the Victorville Daily Press readers competition AGAIN!  The Daily Press is the largest newspaper publication in the Victor Valley area. Many local offices were nominated and 2 finalists and a single winner was voted by Daily Press readers. Out of thousands of votes, First Team was a finalist for Best Residential Real Estate Office and WON Best Commercial Real Estate Office!  If that wasn’t enough, First Team also won or was a finalist in the following categories: Best Benefits Program, Best Employee reco ..read more

While the term “luxury” is often used to describe items that are expensive or rare, the truth is that luxury is more about a feeling than anything else.  Luxury homes evoke a sense of comfort, relaxation, and sophistication – and while they may come with a high price tag, there are certain features that luxury homes tend to have in common. So, what are these features that make up a luxury home? Keep reading to find out! 1. Location Luxury homes are often located in exclusive and desirable neighborhoods. They may offer stunning views, proximity to amenities such as restaurants and shoppin ..read more

Pre-Qualify Now Pre-Qualify Now To find out if now is the time to buy, check out this week’s mortgage highlights: (For more in-depth info about the market, click here! Last week was a roller coaster for financial markets. Fed Chair Powell’s testimony before Congress pushed rates and stocks upward His testimony appeared to reinforce the idea that the Fed would return to larger rate increases at their next meeting, as much of the recent economic data suggested. Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) imploded, becoming the second-largest banking failure in US history. Friday’s employment report, showin ..read more

A self-motivated spirit with a problem-solver mindset, Holly McKhann is blazing her own trail in Orange County as an entrepreneur and real estate agent. From accountant, to mother, to house flipper, to real estate professional, Holly follows through on any opportunity she sees. Prior to earning her MBA, Holly joined Ernst & Young as a Certified Public Accountant. After her years in accounting, she decided to focus on her family and had four children with her husband, Scott. Together, this dynamic duo began flipping houses in 2008 and have since flipped over 250 homes.   From the i ..read more

The Mother-Daughter duo that is Debbie Miller & Sandi Clark are taking Orange County by storm after being awarded with First Team’s Lifetime Achievement Award by CEO & COO, Cameron Merage & Michele Harrington.  With a passion for people, real estate, and interior design, Sandi joined the real estate industry close to 25 years ago. By 2010, she was a member of First Team’s Hall of Fame, and shortly after joined forces with her daughter, Debbie, in 2012. With different strengths and perspectives, the pair balances each other out by dividing and conquering. With every cl ..read more

Anaheim Hills is a beautiful, family-friendly community in Orange County, California.  The community is well-known for its excellent schools, its picturesque scenery, and its many amenities. Anaheim Hills is also a great place to live for retirees, as it offers a wide range of retirement communities and senior living options. If you’re considering a move to Anaheim Hills, here are 5 reasons why Anaheim Hills is a great place to live. From the great weather to the abundance of amenities, Anaheim Hills has it all! The Weather One of the best things about living in Anaheim Hills is the fant ..read more

Orange County, California, is one of the most sought-after places to live in the United States. With its beautiful beaches, amazing weather, and some of the best shopping around, it’s no wonder so many people want to call it home.  But if you’re looking for a bit more luxury than the average beach house can provide, then you’ll need to know where to look! Here are nine of the most luxurious places to call home in Orange County that will make your friends jealous when they come over for a visit. 1) Newport Coast Located just south of Corona Del Mar along Pacific Coast Highway is the Newpo ..read more