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Free guides written by Mike Basti, DRE #02232009 — covering everything Southern California buyers need to know to buy smarter and get 1% back at closing.

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52 min read

First-Time Buyer Guide

Everything from pre-qual to close of escrow. Step-by-step for SoCal.

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4 min read

How the 1% Rebate Works

The exact math, why it's legal, and 3 ways to use your money.

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5 min read

Closing Costs Guide

Full itemized breakdown + how the rebate offsets them.

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6 min read

Down Payment Assistance

CalHFA, Dream for All, county programs — and how to stack them.

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7 min read

Investor Buyer Guide

Cap rates, ADUs, DSCR loans, 1031 exchanges + the 1% rebate.

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