San Bernardino County is the largest county in the contiguous US by area (20,105 miČ). As of 2005 the population was 1,932,000 (12th in the country but only 4th in the state), largely located in its more populated southwestern portions. The county seat is San Bernardino. The County was formed in 1853 and the Franciscans gave the name San Bernardino to the snowcapped peak in southern California, in honor of the saint and it is from him that the county derives its name. San Bernardino County is one of the few counties in the US to border as many as 8 counties.

Tip #143: Team up with a Real Estate Professional
So why do you need the help of a Realtor®? Well, most Real Estate transactions are very complicated. In most cases, buying, selling or even renting a home requires disclosure forms, inspection reports, mortgage documents, insurance policies, deeds, multi-page government mandated settlement statements and a lot more. A knowledgeable guide through this complexity can help you avoid delays and costly mistakes. Real Estate has it's own language. If you don’t know a CMA from a PUD, you can understand why it’s important to work with someone who speaks that language and knows the local San Bernardino County Real Estate market.