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May 2008 - Posts

30 May 2008
What you need to know about remodeling your home to sell
Lower-cost home improvements, such as exterior paint and updated or new windows, may provide a higher return on investment in a down market, than an expensive new kitchen or bathroom, according to a recent” Remodeling” magazine survey of real Read More...
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29 May 2008
Buying a home can earn you a tax credit ($5,000-$7,000)
Recently existing-home sales have been pacing the same as in 1998. Back then the numbers were a milestone, as for now it's completely different. We have 25 million more people & 11 million more jobs and our mortgage interest rates are at historic Read More...
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28 May 2008
Corona Del Mar Real Estate Market Activity
Living in Corona Del Mar has many benefits. Aside from your home being a great investment you will be in an ultimate location!. Close to the ocean, restaurants and shops. Corona Del Mar Luxury homes are some of the nicest in Orange County. Wether you Read More...
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28 May 2008
Condo vs Townhouse vs PUD
Here are the definitions of Condo, Townhouse, or PUD. If you dont know the diffference dont't worry some Realtors dont even know the difference. Condominium - a form of collective ownership of real property. In a condominium, the individual property Read More...
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27 May 2008
Newport/Mesa school graduation schedule
Junior High Ensign- June 18 1:00pm Field at the corner of CLiff & St. Andrews St Tewinkle- June 18 6:30pm Scott Stadium CDM- June 19 4:00pm CDM track field Costa Mesa- June 16 9:00am CMHS large gym High School Newport Harbor High- June 19 4:00pm Davidson Read More...
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26 May 2008
Can you negotiate a better price?
A few weeks ago I represented the buyers in a transaction. The property was a lake front property in Irvine, California. While the home was in an ideal location, and it was in excellent condition, it was a bit over priced. The seller of course was emotionally Read More...
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22 May 2008
Corona Del Mar Real Estate
If you feel you have been waiting too long to live in one of the most prestigious neighborhoods in Orange County, then wait no more. Come visit this sophisticated Corona Del Mar beach home . This simply elegant home has an extra large front patio with Read More...
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22 May 2008
Preparing your home to sell
If you are thinking of selling your home, remember that the way you live in your home and the way you sell your home are very different. In this market it is very important to let go of any emotional ties you may have to your home and look at it like Read More...
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21 May 2008
Dover Shores/Westcliff Area Home Sales
Despite the bad news the media continues to talk about, I want to let you know that in our neighborhood our average sales price remains to be about the same as last year this time. I looked at the sales for last year from 01/01/2007-05/21/2007 we had Read More...
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20 May 2008
Newport Coast Real Estate
If you have ever thought of moving to Newport Coast, this could be a wonderful time. There are 129 Single Family homes available for sale presently. Along with that you will also find 48 condo/townhomes for sale. Prices are definately more affordable Read More...
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19 May 2008
California Existing Single-Family Home Annual Median Sales Price 1968-2007
I found this report when I was researching Real Estate sales in California. Did you know the median price of a home in California in: 1968- $23,210 1978- $70,890 1988- $168,200 1998- $200,100 2007- $558,100 Pretty impressive. The media continues to bad Read More...
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19 May 2008
Real Estate Activity in Newport Beach April 1, 2008-May 18,2008
I constantly check to see the real estate activity in Newport Beach and surrounding areas. These are the numbers I have for the past 6 weeks: Newport Beach Single Family Homes Sold-41 Average sold price-$2,361,858 Average days on market-90 Newport Coast Read More...
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16 May 2008
Newport Coast Bargain
Please visit this outstanding home in Newport Coast in the very quiet, family neighborhood of Saint Laurent. This home is in move in condition, located on a corner lot, upgraded bathrooms with Travertine and granite, Plantation Shutters, cathedral ceilings, Read More...
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16 May 2008
Balboa Island Artwalk
Dont forget this Sunday May 18 is the Balboa Island Art Walk . Dont miss this fun event on the waterfront. It's perfect weather in Newport Beach, and this fun filled day couldn't be held on a better weekend. The artists will be displaying their Read More...
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12 May 2008
Is The Housing Crisis is Over?
I think so! It's my opinion that we have hit bottom. Hitting bottom doesn't mean prices are going to jump up like they were, it just means they are probably not getting worse. I have noticed many sellers who do not need to sell are leasing their Read More...
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12 May 2008
Community Events in Newport Beach and Costa Mesa
Living in Newport Beach gives you the opportunity to attend many events throughout the year. Coming this Spring: May 15 Is the Newport Harbor High School, Home & Garden Tour. Proceeds go to expand NHHS academic programs. Tickets are $60.00 949-515-7444. Read More...
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02 May 2008
A lake in Newport Beach?
I bet you dont know about Cherry Lake in Newport Beach. Most locals don't either. It is located across from the Back Bay near the Costa Mesa and Newport Beach border. There is limited access to Cherry Lake and the homes surrounding it. The lake is Read More...
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