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Today, a very special guest and good friend of mine joins us to discuss real estate tips for buyers. Miguel Saenz is an entrepreneur, investor, house flipper, and expert real estate agent, and he wants to share the top five things to look for when purchasing a home in Southern California.

Neighborhood: Take a look at your future neighbors and ensure there is no clutter in the yard. No one appreciates living next to messy neighbors.
Curb appeal: Take a look at your house and ensure it looks great from the outside. You're going to be looking at it for quite some time after purchasing it!
Functionality: How does the interior look? Can you see yourself living there?
Roof: Ensure there is no leakage or damage to the roof. If you don't take a good look at it before buying, it could cost you a whole lot of money down the road.
Exterior: Look at the foundation of the home and ensure there is no cracking or sinking. These are other problems that become more expensive the longer you wait to correct them!

There you have it: 5 tips from an expert in the home buying business. If you have any questions for Miguel, or if you want more information about available mortgage packages, don't hesitate to reach out to me. I would love to hear from you!