What Do You Want in a Neighborhood?

March 11, 2014

As we begin our busy Selling season, many buyers are out looking for homes and neighborhoods that will fit their needs. Below are the Top 10 Things that Buyers are looking for in a Neighborhood! Information provided by California Association of Realtors

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Meet the Mayor of Aliso Viejo

March 3, 2014

Great opportunity to come meet Phil Tsunoda, Mayor of Aliso Viejo, in the annual “Meet the Mayor” event hosted by the City of Aliso Viejo, Aliso Viejo Chamber of Commerce and the Aliso Viejo City Foundation. This event will be held Thursday, March 20th from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at the Aliso Viejo Conference […]

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The 3 Things to Consider Before You Start Remodeling Your Kitchen

February 18, 2014

     Kitchen renovations are one of the most popular renovation projects that homeowners tackle, second only to bathroom renovations. It’s easy to see why: a renovated kitchen not only improves the flow and function of your living space, it also boasts a high investment return of between 80-85%, on average.*      This month, we’re posting […]

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Home Improvements That Pay You Back

February 5, 2014

Great short article about Home Improvements that Pay You Back when you go to sell your home! This ties in nicely w/ our Item of Value for February which discusses Kitchen Remodeling (also includes a coupon) and will be posted next week on our website’s Real Estate and Lending page!

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AVCC 2nd Annual Installation Dinner

January 14, 2014

The Aliso Viejo Chamber of Commerce 2nd Annual Installation Dinner, A Time To Celebrate, will be held on Thursday, January 23 from 5:30pm-8:00pm. Event will be held at the Renaissance Club Sport in Aliso Viejo.  Sponsorships for this event are still available, please contact [email protected] is you are interested or would like further information. We’d […]

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The Nekter Juice Bar-Grand Opening in Aliso Viejo

January 14, 2014

GRAND OPENING RIBBON CUTTING! Nektar Juice Bar26731 Aliso Creek RdTown Center (Next to Stadium Brewery) Come down and WELCOME the Nektar Juice Bar this FRIDAY 1/17/14 at 10am.  Officials from the City of Aliso Viejo together with elected State and County representative will be in attendance. In celebration of their opening, they will be offering […]

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OC Housing Report:Once Again, Homeowners are Naughty

January 9, 2014

False expectations of the market breeds a huge throng of unrealistic homeowners. Naughty Homeowners: Orange County seems to be home to a flood of homeowners who refuse to listen to professionals and ignore irrefutable market fundamentals. Just like last year, Santa should have plenty of homeowners on his “naughty” list. With all of the television, […]

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OC Housing Report: The Return of Normal Sellers

December 11, 2013

Good ol’ fashioned homeowners with equity have made a remarkable come back this year. Equity Sellers: 92% of all closed sales in October were homeowners with equity. The housing market used to be riddled with distressed sales, both foreclosures and short sales. Two years ago, 38% of the active listing inventory was distressed. That dropped […]

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OC Housing Report: 3 Distinct Ranges

December 2, 2013

All price ranges have experienced a dramatic increase in their inventories, yet they each march to the beat of a different drum.  Three Distinct Ranges: Contrary to popular belief, the current active inventory has increased the most in the lower ranges and not the upper ranges.   The Orange County housing market is comprised of […]

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OC Housing Report: Throwing in the Towel

November 12, 2013

The listing inventory is dropping as more sellers opt to throw in the towel.  Active Inventory: Peaking in October after climbing for over seven months, the active inventory is dropping on the backs of sellers that are giving up.  This time last year, the inventory was running on empty and demand was through the roof. […]

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