Aaron's Real Estate Bloghttp://activerain.com/blogs/aaronkelly2008-11-19T13:44:14ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)Don’t buyers have any rights?http://activerain.com/blogsview/797766/Dont-buyers-have-any-rights2008-11-19T13:44:14ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>Almost all of the offers that I have been writing these days are for bank owned foreclosures (REO). I've noticed that one of the ways the listing agents are sifting out some of the multiple offers (that sentence alone indicates how hot the market is right now) is by making the potential buyers jump through a lot of hoops. I still remember the look on the face of one of my colleagues when I discussed the fact that there were 70 offers on a property and the highest bids were about $70,000 above the listing price. I had a buyer that was interested in making an offer but he backed away when he heard how many offers were on the table. My colleague (and the 68 other agents) on the other hand had to go back and tell their client that the listing agent was just wasting everyone's time by pricing the property so low.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Recently more and more of the REO listings are requiring buyers to get cross pre-qualified with a representative from the bank that owns the property. Is it really fair to the buyers to have to go through the pre-qualification again and again? I even had one bank tell me they will actually run my buyer's credit again even though I already provided them with the credit report and the 5 page loan application! I had another one recently tell me they will not provide loan qualification until we have an approved offer, but the listing agency wouldn't even submit the offer without a pre-qualification letter from that bank??? The listing agent and the bank are still trying to figure that one out. Meanwhile my client's offer is still sitting on the desk of their transaction coordinator and it still hasn't been submitted. Don't these banks want to sell the property? Sometimes I feel they just want an agent who is willing to put together the most complete package rather than the one with the highest offer. Luckily for my clients, they have an agent who has been through this process several times recently and I can attest to the fact that acting quickly and providing a complete package when submitting the offer seems to increase the chances of getting our offer accepted dramatically. And good luck getting a response. The agents are not available by phone for an update and I'm still waiting for any kind of response for more than a week sometimes. That's being said, I still have several clients enjoying their first home at prices they never thought they would see in North Orange County.</strong></p>
<p><strong>for more real</strong> estate info: <a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com">www.homerealtymanual.com</a></p>
<p> </p> Pepe's towing is known in Santa Ana as the vultures of towinghttp://activerain.com/blogsview/792606/Pepes-towing-is-known-in-Santa-Ana-as-the-vultures-of-towing2008-11-16T10:48:39ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>Pepe's towing is known in Santa Ana as the vultures of towing</strong></p>
<p><strong>Not too long ago I posted a blog about how some of the aggressive towing companies in Santa Ana, CA are having a negative impact on housing prices in Santa Ana. This of course, is just one realtors opinion, but I have experienced firsthand watching a Pepe's truck try to yank my car out of its space when there were no clear "no parking" signs posted in the complex. Later I came to find out that the only sign was actually on the front of a gate that was stuck open that day (so the sign was not visible). How am I supposed to show properties to my clients if me and my clients return to the car to find it gone? Do you really think those potential buyers are going to buy a condo there? Probably not. I have former clients who bought a condo in Santa Ana who have a parking sticker but left the car in the same spot for three days because it was a three day weekend. Pepe's towing came and towed the car because they said the car is not supposed to remain in the same spot for more than 72 hours. This person is a resident of the complex with a sticker!!</strong></p>
<p><strong>In fairness I will post an email response that I got from someone who works for Pepe's towing below:</strong></p>
<p><em>hello let me start off by saying it's not all a scam.. c worked for Pepe's towing for about 3 years now. Most people are mad when there car gets towed. I know i was. But i wasn't mad at the company that towed me but myself for where i parked. as for the regulations I'm writing it right out of the ca.vehicle code book section 22658.2 upon the request of the owner of vehicle or the owner's agent, the towing company or it's driver shall immediately and unconditionally release a vehicle that is not yet removed from the private property and in transit. that is paragraph. 2 but then the law states in paragraph 3(h) a towing company may impose a charge not more than one half of the regular towing charge for the towing of a vehicle at request of the owner of the private property or the owner's agent or the person in lawful possession of private property pursuant to this section if the owner of the vehicle or the owner's agent returns to the vehicle after the vehicle is coupled to the tow truck by means of a regular hitch, coupling, device, draw bar, portable dolly's or is lifted off the ground by means of a conventional trailer and before it is removed from the private property. in all it means we can charge a drop fee and if the car is off of the private property then we can charge a tow fee. So to all those who keep bad mouthing the tow industry. maybe they should read the law before opening there mouth. almost all the tow company's prices are approved by highway patrol. if Pepe's towing is such a bad company then why would we have a contract with the S.A.U.S.D police department answer that. if you got towed get over it and pay a little more attention to where you park. thank you for your time.</em></p>
<p> </p> What impact will the loan modification programs have on the market?http://activerain.com/blogsview/772081/What-impact-will-the-loan-modification-programs-have-on-the-market2008-11-03T12:55:55ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>I've heard Bank of America and a few other banks are preparing to launch a loan modification program that will lower interest rates and lengthen the loan terms. I'd like to know some of the specifics of various proposed plans and how they compare to the government's plans. How and when is this going to happen, and who will qualify? I believe if the foreclosures are significantly reduced, the last remaining foreclosures will become red hot and we may even see some appreciation at the bottom of the market very soon. Most bank owned foreclosures are already receiving multiple offers here in California. Any thoughts?</strong></p>
<p>for more real estate info: <a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com">www.homerealtymanual.com</a></p>
<p><strong></strong></p> A great idea to help reverse the housing crisis! What’s your opinion?http://activerain.com/blogsview/765422/A-great-idea-to-help-reverse-the-housing-crisis-Whats-your-opinion2008-10-29T16:42:34ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>A couple of years ago lenders were offering "interest only" loans where customers could put off paying principal and interest for a few years and pay interest only. It's true that this caused some of the problem that we are now in, but it could also be the solution to get us out. It's like a vaccine. If home owners are facing foreclosure they often don't pay their mortgage payments for at least 6 months while still living in the house. Therefore the banks are receiving no payments at all during that time. If banks would allow distressed properties to extend the mortgage for 3-5 years and allow the home owners to stay in their houses while paying just interest, at least that would be some revenue. In 3-5 years, the housing crisis will have turned around because there will be fewer and fewer foreclosures hitting the market during that time. Prices could even go up, which may allow homeowners to refinance in 5 years and keep their home, or the short sale option will be more plausible because homeowners will be just $40,000 or $50,000 upside down instead of $100,000 to $200,000 upside down. Many houses have lost 50% of their value in such a short amount of time here in California, so we may not see another 50% gain for many years to come. But at least these houses will have recovered some of that value in the 5 years it takes to reduce the foreclosure inventory and return to a somewhat "normal" market again.</strong></p>
<p><strong>This seems like a much better idea than allowing taxpayers to bail-out loans at their current value and refinance at today's housing prices. That's a lose lose proposal for everyone.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Any opinions?</strong></p>
<p><strong>For more real estate info: </strong><a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com/"><strong>www.homerealtymanual.com</strong></a></p>
<p> </p> Pending sales are through the roof in Orange County!http://activerain.com/blogsview/751089/Pending-sales-are-through-the-roof-in-Orange-County2008-10-21T13:48:20ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>Pending sales are through the roof in Orange County!</strong></p>
<p><strong>If you have been working with potential buyers who are interested in purchasing a bank owned foreclosure house in Orange County, then you know how hot the market is right now.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Most bank owned foreclosures that I have looked at in Anaheim, Fullerton, Placentia, Brea, La Habra, Yorba Linda, Anaheim Hills, Orange, Buena Park and Garden Grove are usually receiving multiple offers in just a few days on the market. I had one client interested in making an offer over the weekend, but after calling the listing agent, I was told that there are currently 45 offers on that property and they are no longer taking offers. 45 offers!! I suddenly got the feeling that this market was as hot as it was back in 2004 & 2005. After doing some research, I can now see that the pending sales of September 2008 are now about to surpass the pending sales of 2005! So the question, "Have we hit the bottom?" If you look at this chart below you can only come to one conclusion. Despite what may be happening in the rest of the country, Orange County California's pending sales, especially with bank owned foreclosures, is red hot and we may even start to see some appreciation as early as next spring 2009. Any predictions on when we will see listing and sold prices actually increase in Orange County?</strong></p>
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<p>for more real estate info: <a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com">www.homerealtymanual.com</a></p>
<p><strong></strong></p> Fullerton Joint Union High School District Open Enrollment Programhttp://activerain.com/blogsview/737916/Fullerton-Joint-Union-High-School-District-Open-Enrollment-Program2008-10-13T13:11:28ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>Fullerton Joint Union High School District Open Enrollment Program</strong></p>
<p><strong>I have frequently been asked the question, "If I buy a house in Fullerton, but I'm not in Troy or Sunny Hills School district, how can my child be allowed to attend one of those schools?"</strong></p>
<p><strong>According to school administrators if you are requesting an intra-district transfer, the student must request a program that is not being offered at their current high school.</strong></p>
<p><strong>However, for incoming freshman, there is a three week period in the end of January where students are allowed to participate in the open enrollment program, where there are no questions asked and any student who lives in the Fullerton Joint Union High School District will be allowed to attend any high school in the district they wish. The phone number to get more information is (714) 626-3803.</strong></p>
<p>For more real estate information: <a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com">www.homerealtymanual.com</a></p>
<p> </p> Open House this Friday, Saturday and Sunday in Fullerton (Oct. 10,11,12) - This is a bank owned foreclosure house.http://activerain.com/blogsview/730172/Open-House-this-Friday-Saturday-and-Sunday-in-Fullerton-Oct-101112-This-is-a-bank-owned-foreclosure-house2008-10-08T15:28:55ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>Open House this Friday, Saturday and Sunday in Fullerton (Oct. 10,11,12)</strong></p>
<p><strong>Bank Owned Foreclosure House in Fullerton for just $325,000!</strong></p>
<p><strong>3 bedroom / 2 bath house, 1336 SF, 6831 lot.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Ceramic tiles in living room, kitchen and Hallway. 2 car attached garage and upgraded kitchen. Close to two major freeways (91 & 5 freeways). Quiet street!</strong></p>
<p><strong>Right now is a great time to buy! Monthly mortgage payments will be lower than the cost to rent when you buy this wonderful house in Fullerton:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Another great listing from REMAX of North Orange County!</strong></p>
<p><strong>Contact Aaron Kelly for more info: 714-280-2080 or </strong><a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com/"><strong>www.homerealtymanual.com</strong></a></p>
<p><strong>photos:</strong></p>
<p><strong><img src="http://socalvapictures.firstamericanmls.com/MediaDisplay/91/hr96126291-6.jpg" height="200" alt="" width="228" /> <img src="http://socalvapictures.firstamericanmls.com/MediaDisplay/91/hr96126291-2.jpg" height="200" alt="" width="241" /></strong></p>
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<p><strong></strong></p> Bank Owned Foreclosure House in Fullerton for just $325,000!http://activerain.com/blogsview/730164/Bank-Owned-Foreclosure-House-in-Fullerton-for-just-3250002008-10-08T15:24:03ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>Bank Owned Foreclosure House in Fullerton for just $325,000!</strong></p>
<p><strong>3 bedroom / 2 bath house, 1336 SF, 6831 lot.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Ceramic tiles in living room, kitchen and Hallway. 2 car attached garage and upgraded kitchen. Close to two major freeways (91 & 5 freeways). Quiet street!</strong></p>
<p><strong>Right now is a great time to buy! Monthly mortgage payments will be lower than the cost to rent when you buy this wonderful house in Fullerton:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Another great listing from REMAX of North Orange County!</strong></p>
<p><strong>Contact Aaron Kelly for more info: 714-280-2080 or </strong><a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com/"><strong>www.homerealtymanual.com</strong></a></p>
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<p> </p> Open House Friday September 26 - Bank Owned Foreclosure Fullerton, Orange County!http://activerain.com/blogsview/707225/Open-House-Friday-September-26-Bank-Owned-Foreclosure-Fullerton-Orange-County2008-09-24T13:51:23ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>Open House this Friday September 26!</strong></p>
<p><strong>Huge Home - Great Price! Bank Owned Foreclosure in Fullerton! Sunny Hills School District!</strong></p>
<p><strong>6 bedroom/ 3 bath, 2766 SF, 6474 lot for only $641,250!</strong></p>
<p><strong><label>This spacious home is located in a desirable area of Fullerton surrounded by GREAT Schools! This home has a spacious living/Family room area with a cozy fireplace. There are 3 bedrooms and One bath down stairs and 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms upstairs. Come and put in your own special touch and you will have a beautiful home in a great neighborhood. This is a BANK OWNED HOME.</label> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Don't miss this chance to buy a bank owned foreclosure in Fullerton, Orange County, California.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Another great listing from REMAX of North Orange County!</strong></p>
<p><strong>Contact Aaron Kelly for more info: 714-280-2080 or </strong><a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com/"><strong>www.homerealtymanual.com</strong></a></p>
<p><strong>photos:</strong></p>
<p><strong><img src="http://socalvapictures.firstamericanmls.com/MediaDisplay/24/hr96107324-1.jpg" height="219" alt="" width="270" /></strong></p>
<p> </p> Huge home Bank Owned Foreclosure in Fullerton, Orange County - Sunny Hills School District!http://activerain.com/blogsview/707216/Huge-home-Bank-Owned-Foreclosure-in-Fullerton-Orange-County-Sunny-Hills-School-District2008-09-24T13:47:45ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>Huge Home - Great Price! Bank Owned Foreclosure in Fullerton! Sunny Hills School District!</strong></p>
<p><strong>6 bedroom/ 3 bath, 2766 SF, 6474 lot for only $641,250!</strong></p>
<p><strong><label>This spacious home is located in a desirable area of Fullerton surrounded by GREAT Schools! This home has a spacious living/Family room area with a cozy fireplace. There are 3 bedrooms and One bath down stairs and 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms upstairs. Come and put in your own special touch and you will have a beautiful home in a great neighborhood. This is a BANK OWNED HOME.</label> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Don't miss this chance to buy a bank owned foreclosure in Fullerton, Orange County, California.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Another great listing from REMAX of North Orange County!</strong></p>
<p><strong>Contact Aaron Kelly for more info: 714-280-2080 or </strong><a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com/"><strong>www.homerealtymanual.com</strong></a></p>
<p><strong>photos:</strong></p>
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<p> </p> Uncle Sam steps in! Is the housing crisis over?http://activerain.com/blogsview/699231/Uncle-Sam-steps-in-Is-the-housing-crisis-over2008-09-19T12:21:27ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>The government has pledged to take over risky loans from investment banks. Will this end the housing crisis? The remaining banks might see this as an opportunity and loosen the standards once again to make it easier to get a loan.</strong></p>
<p><strong>From what I've seen in the California market, I could offer an optimistic prediction that the housing crisis will be over by June of 2009. Why? There are numerous people renting for more than it would cost to get a 97% loan at our current interest rates. I just sold a 2 bedroom/2 bath 950 SF condo for $130,000 (which is less than half of what similar condos were selling for in that complex a year ago). With 3% down plus PMI, property tax and HOA dues, the monthly cost is about $1200 a month. That's easily a couple hundred dollars less than many families are paying for a two bedroom apartment in the same neighborhood right now. Don't you believe that if given a chance these people would be willing to move out of their expensive apartments and start eating up the inventory? I've met many potential buyers that are just under the threshold to qualify for a loan. We have houses here in Orange County that are selling for less than $300,000 for the first time since the housing boom. If the government bailout can stop the bleeding, we may see a run on these lower end condos and houses in spring 2009.</strong></p>
<p><strong>For more real estate info: </strong><a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com"><strong>www.homerealtymanual.com</strong></a></p>
<p> </p> Fullerton - Sunny Hills Bank Owned Foreclosure for only $359,900!http://activerain.com/blogsview/696451/Fullerton-Sunny-Hills-Bank-Owned-Foreclosure-for-only-3599002008-09-17T19:59:21ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>Fullerton - Sunny Hills Bank Owned Foreclosure for only $359,900!</strong></p>
<p><strong>This is a great opportunity to own a bank owned foreclosure in Fullerton, Orange County, California.</strong></p>
<p><strong>2 Bedroom / 2.5 bath big townhouse - 1381 SF.</strong></p>
<p><label><strong>Nice end unit condo.Has 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bath.All bedrooms upstairs.Downstairs has laminated/wood floors.Located in Sunny Hills School District.</strong></label></p>
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<p><strong>Another great listing from REMAX of North Orange County!</strong></p>
<p><strong>Contact Aaron Kelly for more info: 714-280-2080 or </strong><a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com/"><strong>www.homerealtymanual.com</strong></a></p>
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<p> </p> Bank Owned Foreclosure House in La Habra for only $219,000!!!http://activerain.com/blogsview/696412/Bank-Owned-Foreclosure-House-in-La-Habra-for-only-2190002008-09-17T19:32:17ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>The bank is almost giving it away!!! Don't miss this foreclosed house for sale!</strong></p>
<p><strong>Bank Owned Foreclosure House in La Habra for only $219,000!!!</strong></p>
<p><strong>2 Bedroom house, 820 SF, 5867 Lot</strong></p>
<p><strong><label>Cute home with open floor plan on a big lot, eating area in the kitchen, double pane windows, close to schools and parks. Own this bank owned foreclosure in La Habra, Orange County, California.</label></strong></p>
<p><strong>Another great listing from REMAX of North Orange County!</strong></p>
<p><strong>Contact Aaron Kelly for more info: 714-280-2080 or </strong><a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com/"><strong>www.homerealtymanual.com</strong></a></p>
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<p> </p> Bank Owned Foreclosure in Anaheim - 3 Bedrooms just $289,900!http://activerain.com/blogsview/696358/Bank-Owned-Foreclosure-in-Anaheim-3-Bedrooms-just-2899002008-09-17T18:54:06ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>Bank Owned Foreclosure 3 bedroom house in Anaheim for just $289,900!</strong></p>
<p><strong>3 bedroom, 1500 SF, 5489 lot.</strong></p>
<p><strong><label>Contractor/Investor Delight!!! Permit was issued for the addition. Floors, frame, roof, plumbing and electrical work is done. Complete the work and make tons of money.</label> This is a great opportunity to own a bank owned foreclosure in Anaheim, Orange County, California.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Another great listing from REMAX of North Orange County!</strong></p>
<p><strong>Contact Aaron Kelly for more info: 714-280-2080 or </strong><a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com/"><strong>www.homerealtymanual.com</strong></a></p>
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<p><img src="http://socalvapictures.firstamericanmls.com/MediaDisplay/16/hr96102016-1.jpg" height="233" alt="" width="301" /></p> Open House this Sunday September 6 from 12-4 in Brea. Foreclosure!http://activerain.com/blogsview/675167/Open-House-this-Sunday-September-6-from-12-4-in-Brea-Foreclosure2008-09-04T20:10:23ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>Come visit my open house this Sunday September 6 from 12-4.</strong></p>
<p><strong>468 Redtail Dr., Brea, CA 92823.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Bank Owned Foreclosure 3 bedroom house in Brea for just $459,900!</strong></p>
<p><strong>3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1077 SF, 4500 lot. Built in 2002!</strong></p>
<p><strong><label>This charming family home is located on a corner lot. 2 car garage attached, tile roof, fireplace and cathedral ceiling in the living room, nice curb appeal, newer neighborhood, close to schools, parks, and shopping centers.</label> This is a great opportunity to own a bank owned foreclosure in Brea, Orange County.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Another great listing from REMAX of North Orange County!</strong></p>
<p><strong>Contact Aaron Kelly for more info: 714-280-2080 or </strong><a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com/"><strong>www.homerealtymanual.com</strong></a></p>
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<p><img src="http://socalvapictures.firstamericanmls.com/MediaDisplay/91/hr96099891-1.jpg" height="312" alt="" width="380" /></p> Bank Owned Foreclosure 3 bedroom house in Brea for just $459,900!http://activerain.com/blogsview/675158/Bank-Owned-Foreclosure-3-bedroom-house-in-Brea-for-just-4599002008-09-04T20:06:34ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>Bank Owned Foreclosure 3 bedroom house in Brea for just $459,900!</strong></p>
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<p><strong>3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1077 SF, 4500 lot. Built in 2002!</strong></p>
<p><strong><label>This charming family home is located on a corner lot. 2 car garage attached, tile roof, fireplace and cathedral ceiling in the living room, nice curb appeal, newer neighborhood, close to schools, parks, and shopping centers.</label> This is a great opportunity to own a bank owned foreclosure in Brea, Orange County.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Another great listing from REMAX of North Orange County!</strong></p>
<p><strong>Contact Aaron Kelly for more info: 714-280-2080 or </strong><a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com/"><strong>www.homerealtymanual.com</strong></a></p>
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<p> </p> Wondering why there's not so many people coming to your open house this weekend?http://activerain.com/blogsview/663122/Wondering-why-theres-not-so-many-people-coming-to-your-open-house-this-weekend2008-08-27T21:23:17ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p>Wondering why there's not so many people coming to your open house this weekend?</p>
<p>This weekend is famous for fantasy football draft parties. Join a league, make friends and new clients. Fantasy football gives us something extra to cheer for during the football season. I'm having a barbeque and poker night after the live draft this year. It's free to play. My favorite fantasy football website is:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.sportsline.com/fantasy">http://www.sportsline.com/fantasy</a></p>
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<p> </p> Spare the air - should be lots of fun this Saturday in downtown Fullertonhttp://activerain.com/blogsview/663110/Spare-the-air-should-be-lots-of-fun-this-Saturday-in-downtown-Fullerton2008-08-27T21:17:07ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p>Spare the air - should be lots of fun this Saturday in downtown Fullerton.</p>
<p>I'm always looking for a good cause, especially if it has something to do with the environment. This is not just a fresh air campaign, but should be a fun time to dance to some quality music and just enjoy the exciting atmosphere of downtown Fullerton.</p>
<p>Cristal Drake, a fellow Remax agent, turned me on to this event and I believe there are several people from the Remax of North Orange County who are going.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.sparetheairfestival.com/">http://www.sparetheairfestival.com/</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com">www.homerealtymanual.com</a></p>
<p> </p> Finding a great deal in a changing market. Buying Foreclosures.http://activerain.com/blogsview/653695/Finding-a-great-deal-in-a-changing-market-Buying-Foreclosures2008-08-21T23:54:03ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>I recently had a first time investor call me because she saw my name and number on the internet. I still haven't been able to figure out which key words she was using because she was just browsing the net thinking about buying a bank owned foreclosure property. She knew very little about the process because she's not originally from the US. We found the perfect two bedroom two bath condo in North Orange County (in the Anaheim, Fullerton, Placentia area) and we negotiated a sales price of $130,000. I just got back from the appraisal and home inspection today. Both the appraiser and the inspector were shocked to hear about such a great deal on a property that had very little need for any repairs. My client said that she's feeling more and more comfortable with this deal everyday and she's looking forward to buying even more properties in the future.</strong></p>
<p><strong>For real estate info: </strong><a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com/"><strong>www.homerealtymanual.com</strong></a></p>
<p> </p> Excellent Caterers for North Orange County and Anaheim areahttp://activerain.com/blogsview/630190/Excellent-Caterers-for-North-Orange-County-and-Anaheim-area2008-08-07T14:23:06ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>If you are interested in having any event catered, look no further. La Casa Garcia catered my wedding last weekend and they did a fantastic job. Talk to Frank Jr. and make sure that he handles all of your catering directly as he provides very professional service. They also have two restaurant locations in Anaheim.</strong></p>
<p><strong>La Casa Garcia also contributes to the Anaheim community by feeding 15,000 people every year for Thanksgiving dinner.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Here's their website: </strong><a href="http://lacasagarcia.com/"><strong>http://lacasagarcia.com/</strong></a></p>
<p>For real estate info: <a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com">www.homerealtymanual.com</a></p>
<p> </p> Great Place For a Wedding - Fullerton Arboretum!http://activerain.com/blogsview/630179/Great-Place-For-a-Wedding-Fullerton-Arboretum2008-08-07T14:16:22ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p><strong>Great Place For a Wedding - Fullerton Arboretum!<br /></strong></p>
<p><strong>I recently got married at the Fullerton Arboretum, which is adjacent to Cal State Fullerton. The arboretum is on a 26 acre botanical garden with numerous species of beautiful flowers and plants. The wedding ceremony can be held under a colorful wisteria arbor which is right next to the outdoor reception area. The weather was perfect, there was lots of space and everyone had a very memorable experience. I would highly recommend this location for any event.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Website for the arboretum: <a href="http://fullertonarboretum.org">http://fullertonarboretum.org</a></strong></p>
<p> </p> Real Estate Watch in Orange County on You Tube episode 10http://activerain.com/blogsview/589321/Real-Estate-Watch-in-Orange-County-on-You-Tube-episode-102008-07-11T20:10:52ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p>Real Estate Watch in Orange County on You Tube by the Sloan Team</p>
<p>A weekly Orange County real estate news magazine on You Tube every week.</p>
<p>This week: James Bobbett from the Bobbett Team and Century 21 Discovery in Fullerton, Calif. provides details on how the current drop in prices has opened the door for investors seeking income properties.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=McgNhtv-UAI">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=McgNhtv-UAI</a></p>
<p>For current Orange County real estate info: <a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com/">www.homerealtymanual.com</a></p>
<p> </p> Real Estate Watch in Orange County on You Tube episode 9http://activerain.com/blogsview/589311/Real-Estate-Watch-in-Orange-County-on-You-Tube-episode-92008-07-11T20:05:44ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p>Real Estate Watch in Orange County on You Tube by the Sloan Team</p>
<p>A weekly Orange County real estate news magazine on You Tube every week.</p>
<p>This week: Dean O'Dell of Seven Gables highlights the need for distressed sellers to find the right real estate professional when they have to sell their home through a short sale. The right professional can help the seller dampen the negative long term consequences on their credit.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMCrGVM6dEM&feature=related">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMCrGVM6dEM&feature=related</a></p>
<p>For current Orange County real estate info: <a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com/">www.homerealtymanual.com</a></p>
<p> </p> Real Estate Watch in Orange County on You Tube espisode 8http://activerain.com/blogsview/589309/Real-Estate-Watch-in-Orange-County-on-You-Tube-espisode-82008-07-11T20:03:26ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p>Real Estate Watch in Orange County on You Tube by the Sloan Team</p>
<p>A weekly Orange County real estate news magazine on You Tube every week.</p>
<p>This week: Mary and Michael Fry, Century 21 Superstars, discuss the importance of correct pricing and home presentation in this market. They warn against "testing" the market, and other pitfalls while pointing out successful steps for the seller of a home today.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jt4ehKTuMRI">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jt4ehKTuMRI</a></p>
<p>For current Orange County real estate info: <a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com/">www.homerealtymanual.com</a></p>
<p> </p> Real Estate Watch in Orange County on You Tube Episode 7http://activerain.com/blogsview/589304/Real-Estate-Watch-in-Orange-County-on-You-Tube-Episode-72008-07-11T19:58:26ZAaron Kelly - North Orange County Realtor (RE/MAX of North Orange County)
<p>Real Estate Watch in Orange County on You Tube by the Sloan Team</p>
<p>A weekly Orange County real estate news magazine on You Tube every week.</p>
<p>This week: Vince Campion at Coldwell Banker Yorba Linda, discusses ways to avoid probate in the sale of real estate and suggestions for how to manage probate successfully if it is required.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0hK6xXeztQ">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0hK6xXeztQ</a></p>
<p>For current Orange County real estate info: <a href="http://www.homerealtymanual.com/">www.homerealtymanual.com</a></p>
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