Ben Rubalcava

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📱 714-698-3380 | DRE # 01877582 I have been Truly Blessed with Awesome Clients Over the years. I look forward to Earning your Business!

🏡 Orange County & Huntington Beach Realtor | 20+ yrs Experience
500+ Homes Sold · $400M+ Closed
Helping Buyers & Investors Build Wealth 💰
🏡 Ready to buy, sell, or invest? They have afforded me the ability to sell over 350 homes in my Real Estate Career. As a Realtor I Always Look out for my Clients Best Interests. I Am Honest, Hardworking and I take Great Pride in Helping My Clients Achieve Their

Real Estate Goals. I am a Top Producing Realtor that always has a Positive Attitude. A Glimpse into my background, I previously Served in the United States Marines for 8 Years. I enjoyed serving our Beloved Country and I've always had a Heart for Helping others. After the Marines, I attended College with a focus in Real Estate. After college, I became a Real Estate Appraiser for 2 years. Appraising Real Estate gave me a great foundation for my Realtor Career. As a Real Estate Appraiser I learned first hand how to determine value for Real Estate, which included single family homes, multi family homes, land, commercial and businesses. All of my Experience as an appraiser has helped me over the years with my Career as a Realtor. I've been a Realtor for well over a decade and have had the opportunity to meet hundreds of Fantastic clients over the years.

05/30/2026

🏠 Thinking of raising rent on your Section 8 tenant?

It's not as simple as sending a notice. The housing authority has to approve it first — and they'll run a rent reasonableness test to compare your unit with similar ones in the area.

If it passes? Great. If not, it gets reduced or denied.

Understanding this process is what separates smart landlords from frustrated ones. Watch the full breakdown 👇

Ben Rubalcava
REALTOR | DRE #01877582
RE/MAX PARTNERS
Helping buyers and investors Build Wealth.
Looking to buy, sell, or invest? DM me.
Call me at: 714-698-3380

05/29/2026

⚠️ Most Section 8 landlords and tenants don't know these voucher termination reasons — until it's too late.

It's not always about fraud or serious violations. Sometimes it's a missed recertification deadline. An unauthorized occupant. An unreported income change.

If you're a landlord or tenant in the Section 8 program, this is worth knowing before there's a problem.

Watch the full video to see the most common reasons vouchers get terminated. 👇

Ben Rubalcava
REALTOR | DRE #01877582
RE/MAX PARTNERS
Helping buyers and investors Build Wealth.
Looking to buy, sell, or invest? DM me.
Call me at: 714-698-3380

05/28/2026

🏠 Did you know a Section 8 tenant can stay on the program for 10, 15, even 20+ years?

It's not a time-based program — it's eligibility-based. As long as the household meets income limits and follows program rules, the voucher stays active.

As a landlord, understanding this can change how you work with your tenants. Long-term Section 8 tenants often mean consistent, reliable rent payments directly from the housing authority.

👇 Have you ever had a long-term Section 8 tenant? Drop your experience in the comments!

Ben Rubalcava
REALTOR | DRE #01877582
RE/MAX PARTNERS
Helping buyers and investors Build Wealth.
Looking to buy, sell, or invest? DM me.
Call me at: 714-698-3380

05/26/2026

🔥 Did you know Section 8 tenants can own a car, have savings, and even own property in some cases?

A lot of landlords and tenants get this wrong — the program is designed to help with housing costs, not control someone's entire financial life.

Whether it's a vehicle, a bank account, or assets — Section 8 participants still have the right to build a normal life outside of their voucher.

Watch the full breakdown to understand exactly how the program works and what it does (and doesn't) restrict.

⚠️ Rules vary by location — always check with your local housing authority for specifics.

Ben Rubalcava
REALTOR | DRE #01877582
RE/MAX PARTNERS
Helping buyers and investors Build Wealth.
Looking to buy, sell, or invest? DM me.
Call me at: 714-698-3380







05/26/2026

🚨 Most landlords have heard this before: “Don’t worry, if a Section 8 tenant damages your property, the government will pay for it.” But is that actually true? 🤔

The answer surprises a lot of rental property owners. In this video, I break down one of the biggest misconceptions about the Section 8 voucher program, explain who is typically responsible for tenant-caused damage, and share practical steps landlords can take to protect their investment before problems arise. 🏠📋

Whether you’re a new landlord, an experienced investor, or simply curious about how Section 8 really works, this is information every property owner should know. Watch until the end and let me know—did you believe this myth before seeing the video? 👇

Ben Rubalcava
REALTOR | DRE #01877582
RE/MAX PARTNERS
Helping buyers and investors Build Wealth.
Looking to buy, sell, or invest? DM me.
Call me at: 714-698-3380





05/25/2026

🚨 California Landlords — can you legally say "I don't accept Section 8"?

Most people get this wrong. Here's the truth:

❌ Since 2020, California law treats a housing voucher as a lawful source of income. That means landlords generally cannot reject an applicant solely because they use Section 8.

✅ BUT — landlords can still screen applicants using consistent, lawful criteria like rental history and credit history.

✅ The property also needs to pass a housing inspection before payments begin.

It's not about whether you like the program. It's about following the law.

Did you already know this? Drop your answer below 👇

"Ben Rubalcava, Huntington Beach, CA, Realtor | DRE #01877582
Helping buyers and investors build wealth.
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05/24/2026

🚨 Most landlords in Orange County have NO idea how Section 8 rent actually works — and it might be costing them big.

Here's a real breakdown:

✅ 4-bed / 2-bath home at $4,800/month market rent
✅ Tenant pays ~30% of their adjusted income ($600–$1,200)
✅ Housing authority pays the rest DIRECTLY to you ($3,600–$4,200)

That means you're collecting most of your rent from a government-backed payment — reliably, every month.

The catch? Every voucher is different, and the property must pass inspection first.

Did you expect Section 8 to look like this? Drop your thoughts below 👇

"Ben Rubalcava, Huntington Beach, CA, Realtor | DRE #01877582
Helping buyers and investors build wealth.
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Call me at: +1 714-698-3380"

05/23/2026

Thinking about creating content but haven’t started yet?

You’re going to want to watch this video.

Today marks my 400th consecutive day of posting a video, and the biggest surprise wasn’t the views, likes, or followers. It was the personal growth that came from showing up every single day.

Creating content helped me become more confident, improve my communication skills, deepen my real estate knowledge, and develop a level of discipline that I never expected. Along the way, I’ve also had the privilege of hearing from people who said a video helped them, taught them something new, or inspired them to take action.

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to start creating content, this might be your sign. Your first video doesn’t have to be perfect. Just start. You may be surprised by how much you grow and how many people you’re able to help along the way.
Thinking about creating content, but haven’t started yet?

"Ben Rubalcava, Huntington Beach, CA, Realtor | DRE #01877582
Helping buyers and investors build wealth.
Looking to buy, sell, or invest? DM me.
Call me at: +1 714-698-3380"






05/22/2026

Think you know which states favor landlords and which ones favor tenants? 🤔🏡

In this Real Estate Pop Quiz, I put my real estate knowledge to the test as states are thrown at me one after another. Some answers are serious, some are educational, and some go completely off the rails. 😂

From California and New York to Texas and Florida, we cover some of the most talked-about states in real estate. But when Hawaii, Alaska, Nevada, Louisiana, and Kentucky enter the conversation, things get a little more interesting...

🌴 Vacation-friendly
🥶 Too-cold-friendly
🎰 Casino-friendly
🍲 Gumbo-friendly
🍗 Fried-chicken-friendly

Whether you're a landlord, tenant, investor, homeowner, or just someone who enjoys a good laugh, this one is for you.

Watch until the end and tell me: Which state do you think is the most landlord-friendly and which state is the most tenant-friendly in America? Drop your answer in the comments! 👇

"Ben Rubalcava, Huntington Beach, CA, Realtor | DRE #01877582
Helping buyers and investors build wealth.
Looking to buy, sell, or invest? DM me.
Call me at: +1 714-698-3380"

05/20/2026

🚨 Doctor Says This House Won’t Last Long… 🏡💊

🚨 Doctor’s diagnosis: this home had all the symptoms of selling fast—a beautifully upgraded interior, a private backyard, stunning views, and a resort-style pool and spa.

Congratulations to my sellers on a successful sale, and cheers to the next chapter for the new homeowners! 🏡🎉

Ben Rubalcava, Huntington Beach, CA, Realtor | DRE #01877582
Helping buyers and investors build wealth.
Looking to buy, sell, or invest? DM me.
Call me at: +1 714-698-3380

05/20/2026

🤠 Cowboy Timmy may be ready to trade in his boots for a swimming pool, but after seeing this beautiful home, who could blame him?

This spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers approximately 1,600 square feet of living space on an oversized 11,000+ square foot lot, complete with:

✨ A sparkling pool
✨ Attached 2-car garage
✨ Highly upgraded kitchen
✨ Beautifully remodeled primary bathroom
✨ Newer HVAC components

With plenty of room to relax, entertain, and enjoy the California lifestyle, this home is listed at $725,000 and ready for its next owner.

Message me for more information or to schedule a private showing!

“Ben Rubalcava, Huntington Beach, CA, Realtor | DRE #01877582
Helping buyers and investors build wealth.
Looking to buy, sell, or invest? DM me.
Call me at: +1 714-698-3380”

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