Desirable locations and neighborhoods see properties swooped up quickly.

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Our town generally sees 10%+ appreciation every year since it’s a very desirable school district. we would like to be able to sell each side of the duplex individually to collectively be able to sell them for much more money.  

Now keeping in mind that I'm a junior, what firms do you guys as specialists maybe wish you had worked for or recommend in the Orange County area (only makes it that much harder).

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I think you'll find people on this forum willing and able to help you, whether your desire is to learn how to do it on your own or to sell in the future.

Your desire to take action is great, but you want to make sure you're in a good financial position to do so first.