Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 31, 2009 - Central Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/31/09 11:56 PM
Central Costa Mesa is an area of the city, triangular in shape, which is bordered by Harbor Boulevard,  Baker Street and Newport Boulevard/ the 55 Freeway.
                                                        The Market Report for Central Costa Mesa is below:
                                                                                                    
                        Based upon general definitions, it appears that Central Costa Mesa should be in a Sellers' Market though it still appears to be a Buyers' market.   Given all that is going on in the credit market and the banking industry, we are in an unusual time and will have to see what happens over the next few months as things hopefully begin to … (6 comments)

Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 31, 2009 - South Coast Metro Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/31/09 11:36 PM
South Coast Metro is an area that encompasses both Costa Mesa and Santa Ana. However, the South Coast Metro area in Costa Mesa usually refers to the area east of Bear Street and north of the 405 (San Diego Freeway). It is at the junction of Orange County's 55 and 405 freeways. It is the area of Costa Mesa closest to South Coast Plaza. In this unique neighborhood, premier office space and world class shopping vie with first class dining and performing arts venues to form a cosmopolitan blend of culture and business.The Market Report for South Coast Metro is below:
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Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 31, 2009 - Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/31/09 11:26 PM
The Mesa Verde neighborhood of Costa Mesa was largely built around the MesaVerde Country Club, a private club and golf course Costa Mesa Country Club, which is a private course, is also located within Mesa Verde's boundaries.
Most of the homes in Mesa Verde were built in the 1960's and 1970's, with several of the homes actually built right along the golf course.
Mesa Verde is bordered by Fairview Regional Park and the Costa Mesa Golf Course on the south, Harbor Boulevard on the east, the Santa Ana River to the west, and the 405 (San Diego Freeway) on the north.
The Estancia Adobe, … (0 comments)

Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 31, 2009 - Westside Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/31/09 10:34 PM
Southwest Costa Mesa, better known as the Westside or Westside Costa Mesa, is a wonderful area of Costa Mesa which borders both Newport Beach and Huntington Beach. It is typically quantified as being West of Newport Boulevard.
It encompasses Fairview Park and the Talbert Nature Reserve.
It has a wide mix of homes ranging from single family homes, to condos and apartment buildings. The homes overlooking the bluffs, have beautiful views of the ocean and wildlife in the Santa Ana River.
The current market report for Westside Costa Mesa is below:

Based upon general definitions, it appears that Costa … (0 comments)

Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 31, 2009 - Eastside Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/31/09 10:21 PM
Eastside Costa Mesa is a charming area of Costa Mesa which borders Newport Beach, and, as a result, tends to have higher property values than some other areas of the city. It is bounded by Irvine Boulevard on the east, Newport Boulevard on the west, 15th Street on the south and Mesa Drive on the north.
Most of the original lots in Eastside Costa Mesa are around 10,000 square feet, a large size lot in Orange County, which allows for space to expand smaller, older homes if desired.
Eastside Costa Mesa is known for wide streets and lovely, mature trees, homes … (0 comments)

Buyers 101 for Today's Real Estate Market - 01/31/09 09:55 PM
Short sale, REO, bank owned, foreclosure, pre-foreclosure.  There are so many terms that have become common in today's real estate market, and many buyers don't understand what they mean or how they might effect them when buying a home.

As a result, I've found myself doing individual Buyers 101 classes for first time buyers.  As I do this, I've begun to realize that even people who have bought before may not understand much of what is happening in today's market, and so I decided to do a quick Buyers 101 for Today's Real Estate Market.
In many areas of Orange County, California, distress sales(REOs, bank … (3 comments)

How Do We Solve the Housing Crisis? A View from the Trenches. - 01/31/09 09:11 PM
The economy, the housing market, the credit crisis, bank problems, they all seem intrinsically connected to the condition of the housing market.
I don't think many people out there would try to convince you that the current housing market is totally healthy (though many places are better than others and many areas have had large increases in sales - but that's fodder for another post).
That said, what if the government actually incentivized the consumer to go out and eagerly buy homes?  What would that do to the economy, the housing market and all the rest?
How do they do that?  … (3 comments)

If I Sell My Home as a Short Sale, Will I Ever be Able to Buy a Home Again? - 01/31/09 08:45 PM
Short Sale is a word that has become very common in real estate in the last year or two.  For more information on short sales in general see Do You Need a Short Sale  or What is a Short Sale.  
One of the questions I have been asked by my sellers is we really need to sell our home, but it's going to be a short sale, and we're concerned that we won't be able to buy another home later?  What can you tell us about buying later?

How long it takes to buy another home will depend upon several … (17 comments)

Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 29, 2009 - Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/30/09 12:05 AM
Originally no more than a way station built by Spanish missionaries, Costa Mesa's first real estate development occurred in the 1880s. This failed to prosper, but Costa Mesa became an agricultural center known for apples and lima beans.
Long time residents may remember when the area was called Fairview and Paularino, but today, the city is a focal point in Orange County with the Orange County Performing Arts Center, South Coast Repertory Theatre and South Coast Plaza as major drawing points. It is hard to believe that Costa Mesa was once nicknamed "Goat Hill" because of its rural flavor.
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Jammin' for Julian - An Update on a 5 Year Old in Need - 01/24/09 11:42 PM
A month ago, I wrote a post asking for help for 5 year old Julian, and I wanted to send an update on how he is doing.
Many of you have been generous in assisting Julian and his family both with prayers and monetary contributions and they are grateful. 


Julian came home for the first time a little over a week ago and is having radiation treatments daily.  Though his parents are excited to have hime home.  They are discovering how ill his treatments are making him each day.  He is weak, can't walk on his own and is … (24 comments)

Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 24, 2009 - Central Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/24/09 11:28 PM
Central Costa Mesa is an area of the city, triangular in shape, which is bordered by Harbor Boulevard, Baker Street and Newport Boulevard/ the 55 Freeway.
The Market Report for Central Costa Mesa is below:

Based upon general definitions, it appears that Central Costa Mesa should be in a Sellers' Market though it still appears to be a Buyers' market. Given all that is going on in the credit market and the banking industry, we are in an unusual time and will have to see what happens over the next few months as things hopefully begin to stabilize.
Market reports … (0 comments)

Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 24, 2009 - South Coast Metro Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/24/09 11:14 PM
South Coast Metro is an area that encompasses both Costa Mesa and Santa Ana. However, the South Coast Metro area in Costa Mesa usually refers to the area east of Bear Street and north of the 405 (San Diego Freeway). It is at the junction of Orange County's 55 and 405 freeways. It is the area of Costa Mesa closest to South Coast Plaza. In this unique neighborhood, premier office space and world class shopping vie with first class dining and performing arts venues to form a cosmopolitan blend of culture and business.The Market Report for South Coast Metro is below:
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Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 24, 2009 - Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/24/09 10:54 PM
The Mesa Verde neighborhood of Costa Mesa was largely built around the MesaVerde Country Club, a private club and golf course Costa Mesa Country Club, which is a private course, is also located within Mesa Verde's boundaries.
Most of the homes in Mesa Verde were built in the 1960's and 1970's, with several of the homes actually built right along the golf course.
Mesa Verde is bordered by Fairview Regional Park and the Costa Mesa Golf Course on the south, Harbor Boulevard on the east, the Santa Ana River to the west, and the 405 (San Diego Freeway) on the north.
The Estancia Adobe, … (0 comments)

Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 24, 2009 - Westside Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/24/09 10:42 PM
Southwest Costa Mesa, better known as the Westside or Westside Costa Mesa, is a wonderful area of Costa Mesa which borders both Newport Beach and Huntington Beach. It is typically quantified as being West of Newport Boulevard.
It encompasses Fairview Park and the Talbert Nature Reserve.
It has a wide mix of homes ranging from single family homes, to condos and apartment buildings. The homes overlooking the bluffs, have beautiful views of the ocean and wildlife in the Santa Ana River.
The current market report for Westside Costa Mesa is below:

Based upon general definitions, it appears that Costa … (0 comments)

Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 21, 2009 - Eastside Costa Mesa Market - 01/24/09 01:15 AM
Eastside Costa Mesa is a charming area of Costa Mesa which borders Newport Beach, and, as a result, tends to have higher property values than some other areas of the city. It is bounded by Irvine Boulevard on the east, Newport Boulevard on the west, 15th Street on the south and Mesa Drive on the north.
Most of the original lots in Eastside Costa Mesa are around 10,000 square feet, a large size lot in Orange County, which allows for space to expand smaller, older homes if desired.
Eastside Costa Mesa is known for wide streets and lovely, mature trees, homes … (0 comments)

You've Decided to Buy Your New Home - Now What? Or, OMG, What Have I Gotten Myself Into? - 01/21/09 12:07 AM
You've decided it's time to buy your first home, and you're running the gambit of emotions - excitement, stress, exhilaration, fear, joy.  The question uppermost in your mind is probably what should I do now?
Find a knowledgeable real estate consultant who can help lead you through the process and make it easier.
Get pre-approved.  This is stronger than a pre-qualification and puts you in a better negotiating position when you find your new home.
Decide what you want and what you don't want in your home.  Location, bedrooms, features, schools, near a freeway, but not close enough to hear the noise, … (10 comments)

Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 18, 2009 - Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/19/09 12:26 AM
Originally no more than a way station built by Spanish missionaries, Costa Mesa's first real estate development occurred in the 1880s. This failed to prosper, but Costa Mesa became an agricultural center known for apples and lima beans.
Long time residents may remember when the area was called Fairview and Paularino, but today, the city is a focal point in Orange County with the Orange County Performing Arts Center, South Coast Repertory Theatre and South Coast Plaza as major drawing points. It is hard to believe that Costa Mesa was once nicknamed "Goat Hill" because of its rural flavor.
… (6 comments)

Neither Rain, Nor Snow, Nor Sleet . . . How Do You Like People to Communicate with You? - 01/17/09 11:55 PM
Before the time of email, text messages, internet, instant messaging, cell phone and even the telephone, most people received their messages via the postal service whose slogan was "Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds".
How did we survive without all of these forms of communication?  What did we do before cell phones became mainstream.  My sons will never know what it is like to set up alternative times to meet their friends at Disneyland in case they miss each other.  In fact, they don't seem to … (16 comments)

Lovely RSM Condo with View of Lake for Sale - 01/17/09 11:26 PM
Please review this article if You Need a Short Sale for Your Orange County House.
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About the author: Christine Donovan is a California Residential Real Estate Broker as well as an attorney with experience in assisting clients buy and sell residential real estate.
Are you upside down in your home? Is it worth less than you owe? Are you concerned about making your mortgage payment? Contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com or 714-319-9751 to discuss your options.
For more information, please visit Costa Mesa real estate. For more information on Costa Mesa homes or the value of a particular home please visit … (4 comments)

Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 17, 2009 - Central Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/17/09 09:42 PM
Central Costa Mesa is an area of the city, triangular in shape, which is bordered by Harbor Boulevard, Baker Street and Newport Boulevard/ the 55 Freeway.
The Market Report for Central Costa Mesa is below:

Based upon general definitions, it appears that Central Costa Mesa should be in a Sellers' Market though it still appears to be a Buyers' market. Given all that is going on in the credit market and the banking industry, we are in an unusual time and will have to see what happens over the next few months as things hopefully begin to stabilize.
Market reports … (0 comments)

Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 17, 2009 - South Coast Metro Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/17/09 09:19 PM
South Coast Metro is an area that encompasses both Costa Mesa and Santa Ana. However, the South Coast Metro area in Costa Mesa usually refers to the area east of Bear Street and north of the 405 (San Diego Freeway). It is at the junction of Orange County's 55 and 405 freeways. It is the area of Costa Mesa closest to South Coast Plaza. In this unique neighborhood, premier office space and world class shopping vie with first class dining and performing arts venues to form a cosmopolitan blend of culture and business.The Market Report for South Coast Metro is below:
… (0 comments)

Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 17, 2009 - Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/17/09 08:53 PM
The Mesa Verde neighborhood of Costa Mesa was largely built around the MesaVerde Country Club, a private club and golf course Costa Mesa Country Club, which is a private course, is also located within Mesa Verde's boundaries.
Most of the homes in Mesa Verde were built in the 1960's and 1970's, with several of the homes actually built right along the golf course.
Mesa Verde is bordered by Fairview Regional Park and the Costa Mesa Golf Course on the south, Harbor Boulevard on the east, the Santa Ana River to the west, and the 405 (San Diego Freeway) on the north.
The Estancia Adobe, … (0 comments)

Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 15, 2009 - Westside Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/16/09 01:13 AM
Southwest Costa Mesa, better known as the Westside or Westside Costa Mesa, is a wonderful area of Costa Mesa which borders both Newport Beach and Huntington Beach. It is typically quantified as being West of Newport Boulevard.
It encompasses Fairview Park and the Talbert Nature Reserve.
It has a wide mix of homes ranging from single family homes, to condos and apartment buildings. The homes overlooking the bluffs, have beautiful views of the ocean and wildlife in the Santa Ana River.
The current market report for Westside Costa Mesa is below:

Based upon general definitions, it appears that Costa … (0 comments)

Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 15, 2009 - Eastside Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/16/09 12:45 AM
Eastside Costa Mesa is a charming area of Costa Mesa which borders Newport Beach, and, as a result, tends to have higher property values than some other areas of the city. It is bounded by Irvine Boulevard on the east, Newport Boulevard on the west, 15th Street on the south and Mesa Drive on the north.
Most of the original lots in Eastside Costa Mesa are around 10,000 square feet, a large size lot in Orange County, which allows for space to expand smaller, older homes if desired.
Eastside Costa Mesa is known for wide streets and lovely, mature trees, homes … (0 comments)

Costa Mesa Home Sales More than Double Over Last December - Median Home Price Down $100,000 - 01/14/09 01:49 AM
Home sales more than doubled in December 2008 when compared to December 2007.
What is even more interesting is looking at the statistics that make up these numbers.  In December 2007, only 31 homes sold compared to 77 in December 2008.  This is obviously a huge increase.  But, during that same time, median home prices are down $100,000, and the number of bank owned homes that sold in December 2008 is 41 versus only 4 in December 2007.
Bank owned homes accounted for over half of the sales in December 2008 as compared to less than 15% in December 2007.
It … (2 comments)

How Did the Frog Bounce in My Mouth? Or, Do You Want to Understand What Your Realtor Just Said? - 01/13/09 02:07 AM
How much confusion can occur if we don't communicate clearly?  I was reminded of this last night during a conversation with my five-year old.
Last night my son said to me, "Mom, am I losing my voice?" 
"It sounds like you may be."
"Mom, why do I sound like this?"
I told him, "You have a frog in your throat."
 
How did my five-year old son with a very literalist bent react? He became very concerned and somewhat agitated.  "Mom, how did he bounce in my mouth?"
He truly believed that he had swallowed a frog, and it was lodged in … (14 comments)

Newport Beach Real Estate Minute January 11, 2009 - Newport Beach Market Report - 01/12/09 01:46 AM
Newport Beach real estate has come a long way since it began in 1906. Back then, bayfront houses sold for as little as $500. Today, homes in this area are priced in the millions of dollars as the area is considered prime, Pacific Coast property. Areas of Newport Beach include Corona Del Mar, Balboa Island, Lido, Newport Coast, San Joaquin Hills and Balboa Peninsula.

For those looking for a home along Orange County's Gold Coast, Newport Beach real estate offers choices for a variety of homebuyers. Luxury homes on the sand, bayside estates with yacht slips, elegant town homes on … (4 comments)

Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 10, 2009 - 01/10/09 11:58 PM
Originally no more than a way station built by Spanish missionaries, Costa Mesa's first real estate development occurred in the 1880s.  This failed to prosper, but Costa Mesa became an agricultural center known for apples and lima beans.
           Long time residents may remember when the area was called Fairview and Paularino, but today, the city is a focal point in Orange County with the Orange County Performing Arts Center, South Coast Repertory Theatre and South Coast Plaza as major drawing points.  It is hard to believe that Costa Mesa was once nicknamed "Goat Hill" because of its rural flavor. … (2 comments)

Lovely Orange County Short Sale with Canyon Views - 01/10/09 11:09 PM
Please review this article if You Need a Short Sale for Your Orange County House.
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About the author: Christine Donovan is a California Residential Real Estate Broker as well as an attorney with experience in assisting clients buy and sell residential real estate.
Are you upside down in your home? Is it worth less than you owe? Are you concerned about making your mortgage payment? Contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com or 714-319-9751 to discuss your options.
For more information, please visit Costa Mesa real estate. For more information on Costa Mesa homes or the value of a particular home please visit … (4 comments)

Do You Need a Short Sale for Your Orange County House? Do You Owe More than Your Home is Worth? - 01/10/09 11:00 PM
Today, many people are having financial troubles and would like to sell their home, but they owe more than it's worth.
If you are facing this situation, you probably want to know what your options are.
Can you get a loan modification?  A loan modification means that the bank modifies the terms of your loan such as interest rate, the length of the loan or the amount you owe.
Should you consider a short sale?  A short sale occurs when the bank agrees to accept less than the full amount of the loan when the house is sold.  The bank may … (2 comments)

Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 7, 2009 - Central Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/08/09 12:55 AM
Central Costa Mesa is an area of the city, triangular in shape, which is bordered by Harbor Boulevard, Baker Street and Newport Boulevard/ the 55 Freeway.
The Market Report for Central Costa Mesa is below:


Based upon general definitions, it appears that Central Costa Mesa should be in a Sellers' Market though it still appears to be a Buyers' market. Given all that is going on in the credit market and the banking industry, we are in an unusual time and will have to see what happens over the next few months as things hopefully begin to stabilize.
Market … (0 comments)

Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 5, 2009 - South Coast Metro Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/06/09 02:53 AM
South Coast Metro is an area that encompasses both Costa Mesa and Santa Ana. However, the South Coast Metro area in Costa Mesa usually refers to the area east of Bear Street and north of the 405 (San Diego Freeway). It is at the junction of Orange County's 55 and 405 freeways. It is the area of Costa Mesa closest to South Coast Plaza. In this unique neighborhood, premier office space and world class shopping vie with first class dining and performing arts venues to form a cosmopolitan blend of culture and business.The Market Report for South Coast Metro is below:
… (4 comments)

Costa Mesa Real Estate Minute January 5, 2009 - Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Market Report - 01/06/09 02:48 AM
The Mesa Verde neighborhood of Costa Mesa was largely built around the MesaVerde Country Club, a private club and golf course Costa Mesa Country Club, which is a private course, is also located within Mesa Verde's boundaries.
Most of the homes in Mesa Verde were built in the 1960's and 1970's, with several of the homes actually built right along the golf course.
Mesa Verde is bordered by Fairview Regional Park and the Costa Mesa Golf Course on the south, Harbor Boulevard on the east, the Santa Ana River to the west, and the 405 (San Diego Freeway) on the north.
The Estancia Adobe, … (0 comments)

Lovely Spyglass Home with 180 Degree Ocean View for Lease - 01/05/09 02:36 AM
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About the author: Christine Donovan is a California Residential Real Estate Broker with experience in assisting clients buy and sell residential real estate.
For more information on Newport Beach homes or the value of a particular home please visit Newport Beach home values
Click for a free list of Orange County foreclosures or a free list of Orange County short sales or e-mail Me!
Are you upside down in your home? Is it worth less than you owe? Are you concerned about making your mortgage payment? Contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com or 714-319-9751 to discuss your options.
Want to buy a … (3 comments)

Lovely Laguna Niguel Condo for Lease - 01/05/09 02:30 AM
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About the author: Christine Donovan is a California Residential Real Estate Broker with experience in assisting clients buy and sell residential real estate.
For more information on Laguna Niguel homes or the value of a particular home please visit Laguna Niguel home values
Click for a free list of Orange County foreclosures or a free list of Orange County short sales or e-mail Me!
Are you upside down in your home? Is it worth less than you owe? Are you concerned about making your mortgage payment? Contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com or 714-319-9751 to discuss your options.
Want to buy a … (0 comments)

Costa Mesa and Newport Beach Christmas Tree Disposal (Recyling) - 01/04/09 12:10 AM
It's that time of year, Christmas is over.  The New Year has started, or has it?  For many, there is still the dreaded task of taking down the Christmas tree.  It is so much fun to choose the perfect tree, to ooh and ahh as you pull the old ornaments out of storage and watch the kids exclaim with excitement, but that's over.
You've taken off the ornaments and removed the lights.
Now, the question is what do I do with this old tree?
 

According to an article in the Daily Pilot. CR&R Waste, which is the trash company … (8 comments)

 
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Author Bio: Christine Donovan is a real estate broker and attorney. She is a lifetime local resident of Orange County, and the head of the DonovanBlatt Team which specializes in real estate sales and purchases in the Orange County area with a focus on Costa Mesa, Newport Beach and Huntington Beach.

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