Stella Frize, Realtor & Certified Probate Specialist

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Serving California with insight of 40 years in business and a genuine passion for helping people move forward.

10/14/2026

Your rental income is passive…until the refrigerator quits! 😂🏡

California landlords, here’s a 2026 update: AB 628 generally requires you to provide and maintain a working stove and refrigerator for leases entered into, amended, or extended on or after January 1, 2026.

Certain exceptions apply, and tenants may provide their own refrigerator through a qualifying lease agreement.

Between repairs, insurance, and changing rules, is your rental still working for YOU? 🤔

Thinking about selling? Message me! Let’s look at what your property could sell for and whether selling makes sense for your next chapter.

No pressure. Just numbers—and a little less refrigerator drama! 😉

10/09/2026

California landlords—say cheese! 📸🏡

A newer law, AB 2801, means photos are now part of handling security deposits.

✅ Take move-in photos for tenancies starting July 1, 2025, or later.
✅ Since April 1, 2025, take photos after tenants move out, before and after repairs or cleaning charged to their deposit.
✅ Send the required photos and cost explanations with the deposit statement for those charges.

Normal wear and tear? That’s not the tenant’s bill!

Ready to trade landlord duties for a SOLD sign? Let’s talk about what your rental could sell for!

💬 Message me “RENTAL” for a FREE property value review.

Stella Frize | First Team Real Estate

10/07/2026

Condos in Buena Park give buyers some real options right now, here’s what’s on the market and why it counts. 🗝️

Homes here are listed around $747,000, showing where the middle of the market sits for condo buyers.

There are 26 condos on the market, so if you’re comparing choices or supporting a loved one through a move, there’s genuine selection. 🌟

The condos available have been listed about 35 days, giving a sense of how quickly things may move, or how much time you might have to review details, schedule showings, and make decisions with family or legal guidance if needed. 📅

Every number here means something different for each seller, buyer, or family. For those managing an estate sale or helping someone downsize, knowing what’s currently listed helps you plan with clarity.

What would matter most to you in the Buena Park condo market: price, number of homes, or how long they’ve been listed?

10/05/2026

Want to see what homes are really like on the market in Buena Park? Here’s the inside scoop. 🌟

Homes here are listed around $990,000, which marks the midpoint for single family homes right now.

There are 50 homes on the market, giving buyers a solid amount of choice. 🏷️

These homes have been listed about 28 days, a realistic window for families planning a move or sellers weighing their next steps. ⏳

If you’re helping an aging parent, selling from out of state, or managing a probate or trust sale, these numbers can help shape your expectations and plans.

Which part matters most to you: price, timing, or how many options you have?

10/02/2026

🏠 **Ever feel like you need to pack a lunch just to check on your rental property?** 😂🚗

Owning a rental farther away can work great… until there’s a repair, a tenant issue, or something that needs your attention *today*.

But selling doesn’t necessarily mean giving up your real estate investment.

A **1031 exchange** may allow you to sell a qualifying investment property and purchase another one **closer to home**, while potentially deferring capital gains taxes.

Sometimes it’s not about getting out of the landlord business. It’s about making the landlord business fit your life a little better. 😊🏡

👉 **Do you own a rental that’s farther away than you’d like? Send me a message. I’d be happy to help you find out what it’s worth and explore your options.**

09/30/2026

Most Orange County landlords now need to follow California’s updated cap on security deposits, usually just one month’s rent. 🏡

This shift means the days of asking for larger upfront deposits are mostly gone, making things more transparent for both landlords and tenants. For out-of-state owners, adult children managing moves for parents, or anyone helping with a probate sale, understanding this rule is key to smooth, compliant transactions.

To avoid disputes, thorough move-in and move-out documentation is essential, photos, itemized statements for any deductions, and clear communication are best practices every landlord should follow. Only specific costs, like unpaid rent, reasonable cleaning, or actual tenant-caused damage, can be deducted, never ordinary wear or pre-existing issues.

Following these guidelines keeps sales legally sound and helps avoid unexpected penalties. Have you encountered questions about deposit returns during a home sale or move-out? Let’s talk in the comments, what’s been your experience?

09/28/2026

🏠 **Bought a rental property recently?**

Maybe the plan looked great on paper:

💰 Rent coming in
📈 Property appreciating
🏡 Building equity
😊 “Easy passive income!”

Then reality showed up…

Insurance went up.
Property taxes came due.
The water heater quit.
There was a vacancy.
And suddenly that monthly rent check doesn't look quite as impressive. 😬

Sometimes the property is still a great investment.

Sometimes the numbers simply don't work the way they did when you bought it.

**That's when it's time to stop guessing and run the numbers.**

👉 If you recently bought a California rental and you're wondering, **“Is this actually making me money?”**, message me.

I'll help you look at the numbers and your options, including what the property could potentially sell for today.

No pressure. Just numbers. 📊🏠

09/25/2026

California’s AB 2424 isn’t just a bill number, it can mean two very different things for homeowners and families navigating foreclosure or estate sales. 🏡

In Orange County and across California, AB 2424 most recently refers to a statewide law focused on mortgages and foreclosure. The measure established new rules for how mortgage servicers notify borrowers and set minimum standards for bids at foreclosure sales. For anyone helping aging parents, settling estates, or managing an inherited home, this change means notice requirements and auction standards could look different than in past years, potentially shaping how families plan and prepare during these sensitive situations.

It’s easy to mix up this law with a separate communications bill from the 2025 - 2026 session that shares the same number. But only the earlier AB 2424 impacts foreclosure procedures in our area, and those rules are now in effect, no waiting on future decisions.

Clear guidance matters when your family’s next step depends on the fine print. 💡 Wondering how these changes could affect you or someone you know? Send this to anyone helping loved ones manage California real estate.

09/23/2026

As someone who guides families and sellers through the unique challenges of Orange County real estate, I know Zillow’s “housing super app” can feel like a helpful shortcut, especially for out-of-state owners or those managing probate sales. 🏡✨ But I’ve seen firsthand how its automated tools can miss the mark, especially with our region’s diverse, high-value homes. Zillow’s Zestimate is a starting point, not the full story. That’s why personalized, expert insight makes all the difference in turning convenience into smart decisions. Have you noticed this too? Let’s talk!

09/21/2026

🏡 Could a new California ballot measure help more people get into a home?

There’s an important housing measure on California’s November 2026 ballot that homebuyers should know about.

Proposition 37 would create a new CalHFA homeownership loan program that could provide eligible buyers with a second mortgage of up to 17% of the purchase price on qualifying newly built homes.

Here’s how it could work:

💰 Buyer contributes at least 3%
🏠 CalHFA second mortgage could provide up to 17%
📈 Together, that could equal up to 20% toward the purchase
🔑 The program would be available to qualifying middle-income California buyers
⚠️ Important: the 17% is a loan that must be repaid, not a grant.

As a Realtor®, I think this is something California homebuyers should understand before heading to the polls.

Have questions about how Proposition 37 could affect buyers or the California housing market? Let’s talk. And make sure you research the measure and understand what it would mean for you before voting.

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