Why Off-Market Access Gives Orange County Buyers the Edge

In today’s fast-paced Orange County market, well-priced homes often go under contract within 24–48 hours of hitting the MLS. But the most desirable properties? They’re sold before most buyers even know they exist. While others refresh Zillow after homes are already gone, First Team’s exclusive Sneak Preview program puts you inside tomorrow’s hottest listings—today.

Beat the Competition Before It Starts

The numbers don’t lie. By the time most buyers spot a property online, 10–20 showings are already lined up. With off-market access, you’re among the first 2–5 buyers through the door—often days or even weeks ahead of the competition.

Early Access = Better Opportunities

• Tour homes before they hit the MLS

• Submit offers before bidding wars begin

• Connect with motivated sellers who value serious buyers

More Choices in a Tight Market

Inventory across Huntington Beach, and surrounding communities remains well below pre-pandemic levels. Off-market access expands your options when every listing counts.

What you gain access to:

• Luxury homes that never make public sites

• Sellers quietly testing market interest

• Properties shared through agent networks

• First looks at upcoming listings in your target neighborhoods

  Position Yourself as the Winning Buyer

  Sellers prefer pre-market offers. Avoiding public showings and uncertainty makes your early interest stand out as serious, strategic, and ready to close.

  You also gain time to:

  • Complete inspections without pressure

  • Review comps and neighborhood data thoroughly

  • Write offers based on insight—not panic

  The First Team Sneak Preview Advantage

  This program is exclusive to First Team agents and their clients. With insider access Huntington Beach, Irvine, San Clemente, and beyond, you’re not competing with the crowd—you’re already ahead of it.

  In a market this competitive, Sneak Preview could mean the difference between missing out and moving in to your new home.

• Want Access to Homes Before Everyone Else?
  The key to winning off-market is simple: be prepared, know what you want, and partner with an agent who has the right connections.

  Reach me at 714.235.6906 or DeniseMerhoff@firstteam.com to get insider access through Sneak Preview. Together, we’ll put you in front of Orange County’s hottest homes before the competition even knows they’re available.

  In this market, timing is everything—don’t be the last to know.