By Luke Harris

There is a high demand for California central coast property. Whether you're looking for a student rental or to purchase a home in the area, your best bet is to find a trusted real es tat e broker. Find someone who will go the extra mile to find you a decent price and exactly what you want.

Do some research on your own too. You will want to have a good base knowledge of the area's market. This will ensure that you don't get suckered into an unfair contract. Have the places you are interested in inspected. Some of the homes along the coast are older and may look great outside but there may be major problems that you aren't seeing. Most of all use common sense, don't get pushed around—this is a competitive market—don't settle for anything less than what you want. Purchasing a home in this area is a great idea. There's nothing like living near the coast.