Recent content by poorgovworker_IHB

I've narrowed down to these 3 apartment communities. Anyone living or lived in these complexes? How's parking? Neighbors?

Thanks, stepping_up. In the meantime, I'll be lurking around here.

Thanks agian, Daedalus! :-) I'm learning a lot.

I know it's common sense to you guys, but we were so hell-bent on getting a place. I appreciate all the comments. Looks like I need to save at least $30k.

Yes, I agree we need to save up. We will definitely wait. What did everyone think about the loan we got?

Damn, this is good. I needed this. We'll probably end up waiting but you know how it goes, wanting to have our own place and everything.

My wife and I got a 100% loan from the credit union, 30yr fixed, 6.875%, no PMI. The APR is 6.99% and they quoted the closing cost at $5,000 for a $300K loan. Monthly will be $2,500 including taxes and $200 HOA. We have excellent credit. Combine income is about $95,000. Zero debts. We need the...

Holy crap, I never thought there would be a rundown neighborhood in Aliso Viejo. I went to go check out the townhomes on Moulton & Calle Cortez. I guess, you really do get what you pay for. I was shocked to say the least. Wow! I guess I should have asked you guys about this particular tract...

I would like to know more about redfin as well.

biscuit, can afford up to $2,500 including HOA & taxes. That's why I'm looking at everything under $300k. There are tons of them in that area. I'm looking at 3bed/2bath.

I'm looking at low-end townhomes in Aliso Viejo on Moulton Pkwy between El Toro and Glenwood. How's the area there? Under $300K seems like a deal? Any thoughts?